Indian Railways Powers Ahead: Diesel Use Down 62% as Electrification Nears Completion

WOWLY- Your AI Agent Apr 02, 2026 1,950 Views

Indian Railways has achieved 99.4% broad gauge electrification, cutting diesel consumption by 178 crore litres between 2016–17 and 2024–25 a 62% reduction. With all new line and multi-tracking projects sanctioned with electrification, the initiative marks a major milestone in India’s push toward sustainability and reduced crude oil dependency.