Ashwini Vaishnaw

April 5, 2026 1:06 PM

Indian Railways logs strong growth in FY 2025-26 with record freight, safety gains and infrastructure push

Indian Railways has recorded a year of comprehensive growth in FY 2025-26, achieving major milestones across freight operations, passenger services, infrastructure development and safety systems, while advancing self-reliance in manufacturing and technology. Highlighting the performance, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday said the national transporter witnessed record freight loading, expansion of modern train services and improved safety outcomes, contributing to enhanced connectivi...

April 4, 2026 11:47 AM

Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasises passenger comfort, cleanliness and safety in Railways review meeting

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday said that providing a comfortable and convenient travel experience to the poor and middle class remains the top priority of Indian Railways, as he chaired a nationwide review meeting with senior officials at Rail Bhawan in New Delhi. The minister called on railway officials to work collectively towards improving passenger experience, highlighting that railway stations serve as the public face of the national transporter and must be kept clean an...

March 27, 2026 2:19 PM

Over 52,000 arrested during 2021-2025 as Indian Railways steps up security: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Indian Railways has significantly strengthened passenger safety and infrastructure security over the past five years, with more than 52,000 arrests made and over 50,000 offenders prosecuted under railway protection laws, the government informed Parliament. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that a total of 52,494 persons were arrested between 2021 and 2025 under the Railway Property (Unlawful Possession) Act, 1966. Of these, complaints were filed against 50,432 offenders in courts, in...

March 27, 2026 2:48 PM

Amrit Bharat Station Scheme driving transformation of 13 railway stations in Delhi

The Ministry of Railways is undertaking a major overhaul of railway infrastructure in Delhi under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, with 13 stations in the national capital identified for redevelopment as part of a nationwide initiative. The scheme, which aims to modernise railway stations with a long-term vision, has so far identified 1,338 stations across India for phased development, including key stations in Delhi such as New Delhi, Hazrat Nizamuddin, Anand Vihar, Delhi Cantt, Safdarjung, Bi...

March 27, 2026 2:10 PM

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviews progress of Kavach implementation

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday reviewed the progress of Kavach, the indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system of Indian Railways, with a focus on accelerating its nationwide deployment and enhancing operational efficiency through advanced technologies. The review meeting highlighted key technological upgrades aimed at strengthening the safety and reliability of train operations. Technological Boost to Kavach System Indian Railways has introduced sever...

March 24, 2026 10:16 PM

Railways announces five new reforms under ‘reform express’ initiative

Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday announced five new reforms under the “Reform Express” initiative, taking the total number of reforms introduced in 2026 to nine. The newly approved measures focus on cargo transportation, infrastructure quality, and passenger convenience, aimed at improving efficiency and enhancing service delivery across Indian Railways. Among cargo-related reforms, the Railways has introduced a new container-based system for salt transportation. The...

March 23, 2026 5:25 PM

Ashwini Vaishnaw launches AI skilling, MyWAVES platform and DD Free Dish upgrades to boost digital content ecosystem

Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday unveiled three major initiatives aimed at strengthening India’s media, broadcasting, and digital content ecosystem, while promoting accessible technology and the country’s growing creative economy. The initiatives include a National AI Skilling Programme in partnership with Google and YouTube, the launch of the MyWAVES citizen creator platform on WAVES OTT, and new technology upgrades to enable easier access to DD Fr...

March 13, 2026 5:50 PM

Indian Railways completes over 1,900 km of key infrastructure projects to boost connectivity

Indian Railways has completed several major infrastructure projects spanning over 1,900 kilometres across the country, strengthening rail connectivity, enhancing freight efficiency and supporting regional economic growth. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shared the details in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha on Friday, highlighting the government’s focus on expanding railway capacity and modernising infrastructure. Major rail projects completed Among the key projects recently compl...

March 11, 2026 10:19 PM

Railway fares not a trade secret; Rs 60,239 crore subsidy provided on passenger tickets in 2024-25: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The Indian Railways does not treat passenger ticket fares as a trade secret and ensures that fare-related information is publicly available, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. In a written reply, the minister said details of railway fares are widely published and displayed on passenger tickets, fare tables, computerised ticketing systems and digital platforms such as the RailOne application. Any revisions or rationalisation of passenger fares are also m...

March 11, 2026 9:37 PM

Kavach 4.0 commissioned on 1,452 km of key rail routes; safety spending on Indian Railways triples

Indian Railways has successfully commissioned Kavach 4.0, the latest version of its indigenous Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, across 1,452 route kilometres on the high-density Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Howrah corridors, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. The development marks a significant milestone in strengthening railway safety and modernising train operations on some of the country’s busiest routes. Indigenous safety technology Kavach is ...