As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled Budget 2026 on February 1, railway-linked stocks drew immediate attention, with shares of IRCTC, Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd (RVNL), and Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd gaining upon the announcements of high-speed rail development.
The Finance Minister’s Budget 2026 speech outlined the development of multiple high-speed rail routes aimed at faster, safer, and more efficient connectivity:
These corridors are expected to significantly cut travel times, enhance passenger experience, and improve the overall efficiency of the rail network.
The high-speed rail corridors are expected to drive demand across multiple areas:
The combination of increased capital allocation and strategic corridor expansion presents a strong long-term growth opportunity for railway-linked companies.
The Budget 2026 announcement of high-speed rail corridors connecting Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Delhi, Varanasi, and Siliguri has put railway stocks firmly in the spotlight. With a focus on modernisation, safety, and faster connectivity, IRCTC, RVNL, Titagarh Rail Systems, and other sector players are set to benefit from India’s ambitious rail infrastructure push.
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Published on: Feb 1, 2026, 11:46 AM IST
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