Budget 2026: Railways Eyeing Big Capex Boost, Focus on Safety & Modernization
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CNBC Awaaz•31-01-2026, 17:10
Budget 2026: Railways Eyeing Big Capex Boost, Focus on Safety & Modernization
- •Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present Budget 2026 tomorrow, February 1st, with high expectations for the railway sector.
- •Experts anticipate an 8-10% year-on-year increase in railway capital expenditure, accelerating new project approvals and benefiting infrastructure companies.
- •The budget is expected to prioritize railway safety, including modern systems like Kavach, station modernization, and improved passenger facilities.
- •Increased investment in logistics, multimodal connectivity, rail-based freight corridors, and green infrastructure is also anticipated.
- •Last year's Budget 2025 allocated ₹2.52 lakh crore to railways, with a focus on new products, logistics services, and 400 new Vande Bharat trains.
Why It Matters: Railways are poised for a significant capital expenditure increase in Budget 2026, emphasizing safety and infrastructure growth.
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