RAIL TECH POLICY

NEWS: The Ministry of Railways launched the Rail Tech Policy and a dedicated Rail Tech Portal to engage startups and innovators in solving emerging railway challenges

ABOUT

• Launched by Indian Railways to systematically integrate advanced technologies into railway operations.
• Creates a structured platform for startups, innovators, industry, and researchers to propose and pilot solutions for railway challenges.
• Ministry of Railways, Government of India
• Aims to transform Indian Railways from a conventional infrastructure system into a technology-enabled, innovation-led transport network.
• Promotes proactive adoption of AI, automation, data analytics, and digital systems for safety, maintenance, and service efficiency.

Key Features

• Focus: AI-based solutions, drone-based rail inspection, rail stress monitoring, and sensor-based systems.
• Rail Tech Portal: 24×7 digital platform inviting ideas from startups, industry, and innovators.
• Railway safety receive highest priority.
• Adoption of advanced technologies like AI, automation, and smart sensors.
• Digital Governance Link: Complemented by full digitisation of Railway Claims Tribunal (e-RCT) for faster grievance redressal.
• Facilitates collaboration between Railways and private innovators/startups.