Railway tracks capable of 130 kmph speed rise 5x in 12 years, but punctuality is 77%
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According to recent Ministry of Railways data released, about 54,600 km of railway tracks were renewed between 2014 and February 2026, with track renewal and upgrading being carried out based on factors such as the age, traffic load and condition of the track.
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