Rail India Conference 2025 to Drive Green & Modern Rail Revolution

20 Mar 2025 CW Team

Indian Railways is undergoing a major transformation with electrification, renewable energy, the Kavach safety system, and high-speed rail. The Rail India Conference & Expo 2025, organised by Messe Frankfurt India Trade Fairs, will take place on April 25 at The Lalit, New Delhi, focusing on sustainable, safe, and modern rail development.

The event will highlight key projects like Metro Rail, Hyperloop, and Vande Bharat trains. With Rs 2,520 billion allocated to railways in the Union Budget 2025-26, investments in high-speed rail and safety enhancements are set to accelerate.

The conference will feature sessions on station redevelopment, renewable energy, safety, freight corridors, and public-private partnerships. Industry leaders, including officials from the Railway Board, DMRC, and IIT Madras, will discuss the sector’s future. Supported by the Ministry of Railways, the event aims to shape India’s next-gen rail infrastructure.

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