Indian Railways Utilises Rs 1.4 trillion Capex in H1 FY26

13 Oct 2025 CW Team

Indian Railways has achieved a record capital expenditure utilisation of Rs 1.4 trillion in the first half (April–September) of FY26, marking 56.5 per cent of its full-year target—the highest mid-year performance to date. The surge in spending underscores the government’s focus on accelerating infrastructure growth through capacity expansion, modernisation, and electrification.

Of the total investment, nearly Rs 1 trillion was spent on the railways’ internal resources and gross budgetary support, while the remaining came from extra-budgetary sources. The strong pace of fund utilisation was driven by progress in projects such as Dedicated Freight Corridors, new lines, gauge conversions, track renewals, and manufacturing of rolling stock including Vande Bharat trains.

Indian Railways’ total capital outlay for FY26 stands at Rs 2.5 trillion. With over half the target achieved in the first six months, the ministry aims to sustain momentum through faster project execution and enhanced coordination with state governments and contractors. The focus remains on boosting passenger safety, freight efficiency, and network capacity in line with the national infrastructure pipeline.

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