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Electrification Saves Railways 6000 Crore, Accidents Down 90%: Rail Minister
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17-03-2026, 22:16
Electrification Saves Railways 6000 Crore, Accidents Down 90%: Rail Minister
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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the shift from diesel to electric energy saved Indian Railways approximately 6000 crore rupees.
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He countered opposition claims, stating 70% of coaches are general category, serving common people, not just premium passengers.
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Significant investments in safety, infrastructure, and technology have led to a 90% decrease in train accidents.
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Post-2014, 35,000 km of new tracks laid and 27,000 km electrified, improving speed, capacity, and cost control.
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Railway budget increased from 24-25 thousand crore to 2.72 lakh crore, with a record 2.78 lakh crore allocated for 2026-27.
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