Indian Railways to Expand Fleet with 17,500 New Non-AC Coaches in 2025

Indian Railways has announced plans to produce 17,500 Non-AC Sleeper and General Coaches to accommodate rising passenger demands efficiently while ensuring affordable travel options nationwide. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Indian Railways Expands Amrit Bharat Train Production

Indian Railways is accelerating the manufacturing of Amrit Bharat trains, modern non-AC trainsets developed to improve travel experiences. The government plans to introduce 100 of these advanced trains.

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New Amrit Bharat trains will provide enhanced affordability, comfort, and efficiency across the country’s railway network. These trains are designed to run at speeds up to 130 kmph while featuring advanced safety measures and improved acceleration.

Indian Railways Focuses on Safety and Infrastructure Upgrades

As part of a major modernization drive, Indian Railways will phase out outdated ICF coaches and replace them with safer LHB coaches. This transition aims to improve passenger safety and ride quality.

The Rail Budget 2025 has allocated ₹2,65,200 crore to railway infrastructure, emphasizing network expansion, station upgrades, and rolling stock modernization to meet growing travel demands efficiently.

Source: Times Now

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