99% Indian Railways Electrified: Diesel Engines a Memory

• Indian Railways has electrified over 99% of its broad gauge network, with the remaining sections nearing completion.
• Over 33,000 route kilometers were electrified between 2019 and 2025, averaging more than 15 km per day.
• Electrification reduces diesel consumption, lowers operational costs, decreases carbon emissions, and improves train speed and reliability.
• Railways are transitioning to renewable energy sources like solar and wind for traction power, with plans to add 1,500 MW more.
• Modern 3-phase IGBT electric engines with regenerative braking are being used, enhancing energy efficiency and passenger experience.

Why It Matters: Indian Railways' 99% electrification boosts efficiency, cuts emissions, and aids net-zero goals.