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What happened
Indian Railways plans to double the originating train capacity in 48 major cities by 2030. This will involve expanding existing terminals with more platforms, creating new ones, and enhancing maintenance facilities. The goal is to meet growing travel demands by increasing both terminal and sectional capacity systematically.
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Key insights
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Progressive Implementation: Capacity will increase progressively within five years to rapidly address demand growth.
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Comprehensive Infrastructure Upgrade: Includes adding platforms, new terminals, and maintenance facilities to support expansion.
Takeaways
Doubling train capacity in major cities will significantly improve India’s rail network efficiency and accommodate future travel growth.