The Economic Times

Union Budget 2026: Railways gets fresh thrust with freight and bullet train corridors

India is set to develop seven new high-speed rail corridors spanning 4,000 km, aiming to significantly reduce travel times and promote sustainable transport. These ambitious projects, expected to attract 16 lakh crore in investments, will build upon existing bullet train experiences. The government also announced an East-West Dedicated Freight Corridor to enhance cargo movement.