Indian Railways (IR) has set a new record in infrastructure spending by utilising 56.5% of its annual capital expenditure allocation in the first half of the current financial year.

Of the total budgetary grants of Rs 2.52 lakh crore for FY26, the railways has invested Rs 1.42 lakh crore in April-September period, reflecting robust execution across key areas, according to the railways ministry data.

This marks accelerated progress in modernising the nation’s rail network amid broader economic priorities, official sources said.

Aided by accelerated investment by railways, highways and defence, the cumulative capital expenditure across all government departments is expected to be around 50% in H1FY26.

Focus on core infrastructure: Capacity and safety

As against the allocation of Rs

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