Investment Peaks as Safety Spending Rises to Over ₹120,000 Crore

The ministry’s statement highlighted a continuous rise in safety‑related expenditure. Outlays grew from ₹39,200 crore in 2013‑14 to an anticipated ₹1,20,389 crore for the 2026‑27 financial year, funding a host of upgrades ranging from modern interlocking to advanced track‑monitoring technologies.