TNPSC Thervupettagam

Indian Railways Technology Integration

March 2 , 2026 18 hrs 0 min 40 0
  • Union Minister of Railways launched the Rail Tech Policy 2026, the Rail Tech Portal, and the e-Railway Claims Tribunal (e-RCT) in New Delhi.
  • The Rail Tech Policy 2026 promotes large-scale adoption of modern technology across Indian Railways.
  • It focuses on safety, efficiency, and innovation through Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data-driven solutions.
  • AI systems include elephant intrusion detection, fire detection in coaches, drone-based track inspection, and obstruction detection in fog.
  • The Rail Tech Portal allows startups and innovators to submit proposals and pilot projects with railway departments.
  • The e-Railway Claims Tribunal provides online case filing, tracking, and faster adjudication, digitizing all 23 tribunals within 12 months.
  • These reforms are part of Indian Railways’ plan of 52 reforms in 52 weeks to modernize operations and improve transparency.

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