Railway Stocks in Focus as Budget 2026 Announces Bullet Train Expansion

Union Budget 2026 placed an emphasis on railway infrastructure, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announcing seven new high-speed rail corridors across India. The proposed routes include Mumbai–Pune, Pune–Hyderabad, Hyderabad–Bengaluru, Hyderabad–Chennai, Chennai–Bengaluru, Delhi–Varanasi, and Varanasi–Siliguri.

The corridors aim to significantly reduce travel time and improve connectivity across economic growth centers. Currently, India’s only bullet train project under construction is the Mumbai–Ahmedabad corridor, expected to see partial operations by 2027.

Record Allocation for Railways

Indian Railways received a capital allocation of ₹2.78 lakh crore in Budget 2026, continuing the government’s infrastructure-first strategy. Public capital expenditure has also been raised to ₹12.2 lakh crore, reinforcing rail and logistics investments as growth drivers.

The government also announced a new dedicated freight corridor from Dankuni to Surat, aimed at promoting environmentally sustainable cargo movement and improving logistics efficiency.

Impact on Railway Stocks

Budget announcements kept railway-linked stocks in focus. On February 3, 2026, Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) traded at ₹324.55, up 0.54%, while Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) gained 1.01% to trade at ₹616.45. Titagarh Rail Systems also saw positive momentum, trading at ₹799.50, up 1.14% (as of 11: 33 AM).

Companies involved in rail infrastructure, rolling stock, station development, catering, and freight logistics are expected to benefit from sustained project execution over the coming years. Analysts believe long-gestation rail projects, combined with private investment participation, could drive multi-year order inflows.

Long-Term Growth Drivers

The planned 4,000 km high-speed network is expected to attract investments of nearly ₹16 lakh crore. Integration with metro, aviation, and road networks is expected to reshape regional mobility and support tourism and business travel.

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Conclusion

Budget 2026 reinforces Indian Railways as a core pillar of infrastructure growth. Continued investments, new corridors, and freight upgrades strengthen the long-term outlook for railway-linked companies and investors tracking the sector.

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