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In 2025, Indian Railways operated over 43,000 special train trips to facilitate passenger movements during major festivals and peak travel seasons. The initiatives aimed at ensuring seamless, safe, and comfortable travel across the country included 17,340 special trips for Maha Kumbh, 1,144 for Holi, 12,417 during
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The Indian Ministry of Railways has announced plans to double the train capacity in major cities over the next five years. This initiative, led by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, aims to meet the increasing demand for travel by expanding current infrastructure and introducing new terminals. The plan involves increasing sectional
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Indian Railways is planning to double the originating train capacity in 48 major cities by 2030 to meet the increasing demand for travel. This comprehensive plan involves augmenting current infrastructure, creating new terminals, and improving maintenance facilities to increase capacity progressively over the next five years. The initiative seeks immediate,
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Indian Railways has announced a rationalized fare structure effective from December 26, 2025, with no fare increases for suburban services and Second Class Ordinary journeys up to 215 km. A minimal increase of 1 paise per km has been applied for Sleeper and First Class journeys, while Mail/Express fares
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From December 8 to 14, 2025, Indian Railways has managed to maintain an overall train punctuality rate of 80% across the country. This is a testament to the ongoing efforts of the railway divisions to enhance operational efficiency. Impressively, 22 divisions reported punctuality rates exceeding 90%, with Ratlam, Tiruchchirappalli, and
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Indian Railways has initiated a large-scale operation of special trains during the 2025–26 Christmas and New Year holiday period to address the expected increase in passenger flow. Across nine railway zones, 138 special trains have been scheduled for 650 trips, of which 244 are already notified. Western Railway leads
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The Ministry of Railways has achieved a significant milestone in enhancing the speed potential of its tracks. Over the last 11 years, various upgradation techniques like the implementation of thicker rails, wider sleepers, and modern maintenance machinery have been employed. This comprehensive improvement has led to 79% of the railway
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The Indian Railways, through IRCTC, has launched a new service on the Vande Bharat trains, offering passengers regional cuisine to enhance their travel experience. This initiative covers a wide array of regional specialties, including dishes from Maharashtra, Gujarat, Odisha, West Bengal, Kerala, Bihar, and Kashmir. The culinary offerings aim to
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The Vande Bharat Express has emerged as a transformative force in India's rail travel landscape since its inception in 2019. Known for its speed, safety, and comfort, this high-tech train network now boasts 164 services connecting major cities across 274 districts, catering to over 7.5 crore passengers.
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Indian Railways has expanded its use of solar energy significantly, with 2,626 stations now utilizing solar power, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and energy security. As of November 2025, 898 MW of solar power has been commissioned, with 70% used for traction purposes. This shift aids in reducing energy
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India’s Ministry of Railways has reported a significant reduction in train accidents, dropping from an annual average of 171 between 2004 and 2014 to just 11 so far in the 2025-26 period. This drop is attributed to increased investments in safety measures and infrastructure, with the safety budget nearly
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Indian Railways, as part of its goal to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2030, has significantly accelerated its renewable energy projects. By November 2025, the railway network had commissioned 812 MW of solar and 93 MW of wind power for its traction needs. Moreover, 1,600 MW of round-the-clock