Indian Railways Plans to Quadruple Capacity on Key Routes
Indian Railways aims to quadruple capacity on seven high-density routes, which account for 41% of national railway traffic despite covering only 16% of the total route length. The 11,000-km network will be expanded to four tracks, easing congestion and preparing for future traffic growth. Key routes include Delhi-Howrah and Mumbai-Delhi, among others. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance freight capacity and improve passenger services. The project is expected to reduce logistics costs and improve scheduling, with construction set to begin soon on portions that have completed the detailed project report process. The successful execution of this extensive programme will require significant investment and careful management of existing operations.
Published 3 days ago • 26 Aug 2026, 08:59 PM IST