Union Budget 2026 Expected to Boost Railway Tech Funding and Infrastructure Spending

Ahead of the Union Budget 2026, the Indian government is expected to increase funding for advanced railway technologies like the automatic train protection system Kavach and modern coaches, while overall capital expenditure may remain steady. Analysts emphasize the need for higher infrastructure spending, particularly on roads, railways, and energy transition projects. Meanwhile, discussions continue on enhancing private sector participation in railways, although full privatisation remains uncertain amid past challenges and policy caution.