The Union Budget 2026–27, presented on 01 February 2026, announces a major step towards next-generation connectivity with the development of High-Speed Rail Corridors as key growth connectors under the vision of Viksit Bharat.
High-Speed Rail Corridors Announced in Budget 2026
The government plans to develop seven high-speed rail corridors connecting major economic and population centres:
Mumbai – Pune
Pune – Hyderabad
Hyderabad – Bengaluru
Hyderabad – Chennai
Chennai – Bengaluru
Delhi – Varanasi
Varanasi – Siliguri
Why High-Speed Rail Matters
Drastically reduces travel time between major cities
Strengthens regional economic integration
Supports urban clusters and city economic regions
Promotes sustainable, high-capacity passenger transport
Boosts employment, infrastructure development and investment
These corridors are designed to act as economic growth spines, enhancing mobility while supporting long-term national development.
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