Rapid Fire
India Nears 100% Rail Electrification
- 16 Dec 2025
- 2 min read
Indian Railways is close to completing the electrification of almost its entire broad-gauge network, with more than 99% already electrified, underlining India's rapid push toward sustainable, low-emission transport systems.
- Emission Reduction & Energy Efficiency: Near-total electrification has led to reduced diesel consumption, lower emissions, supporting Indian Railways’ goal of becoming a net-zero carbon emitter.
- Indian Railways aims to achieve net-zero by 2030, one of the earliest targets globally for a national railway system.
- Indian Railways is one of the largest electricity consumers in India, and a shift to electrification allows integration with renewable energy sources.
- Economic & Operational Benefits: Reduced operational costs due to lower maintenance and energy expenses.
- Enhanced average speed and reliability of services, improving logistics and freight operations.
- Electrification supports India’s goal of becoming a USD 5 trillion economy by ensuring faster goods movement.
- Global Significance: India's 99.2% electrification of its broad-gauge network across 25 states surpasses several advanced economies that still rely on diesel.
- The electrified route kilometres (RKM) added between 2019–2025 equals Germany's total rail network, showcasing India’s global leadership in green transport infrastructure.
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