India's Railways Minister introduces Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, to enhance Railways Board powers and improve efficiency.

India's Railways Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, introduced the Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, to enhance Railways Board powers and improve operational efficiency by amending the Railways Act of 1989. Key provisions include integrating the Indian Railway Board Act of 1905 into the Railways Act of 1989, simplifying legal framework, and streamlining the Railway Board constitution and composition. The Budget allocation for the Railway Board in 2024-25 is Rs. 440.01 crore.