Why Invest in Railways
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Passenger Growth
29% increase in rail passenger forecast from 2021 (9,457 Mn) to 2031 (12,213 Mn)
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Freight Growth
157% increase in expected freight handled by Indian Railways from 2021(1,231 Mn Tonnes) to 2023 (3,167 Mn Tonnes)
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Focus on Capex
National Rail Plan 2030 envisages USD 107 Bn Capex in 2026-31
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Surge in Demand
Demand for Locomotives is expected to increase in the period from 2026 to 2031. This would imply that demand for rolling stock will surge by 25% from 2026 to 2031
