Budget 2026: Hyderabad Gets 3 High-Speed Rail Corridors, Boosts Metro Connectivity

• Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced three high-speed rail corridors for Hyderabad in Budget 2026.
• These corridors will connect Hyderabad to major metros like Pune, Bengaluru, and Chennai, making it a key node in India's high-speed rail network.
• Seven high-speed rail corridors are planned nationwide to enhance connectivity, reduce travel time, and promote eco-friendly transport.
• High-speed rail operates at 250-350 kmph, uses advanced technology, and runs on electricity, significantly cutting travel time and pollution.
• The project aims to boost regional development, strengthen economic ties, and create employment opportunities across urban and technology hubs.

Why It Matters: Hyderabad is set to become a major high-speed rail hub with three new corridors announced in Budget 2026.