<h1>Rail Development Authority to Ensure Fair Pricing, Competition, and Customer Protection in Indian Railways.</h1> Indian Railways will ensure the independence of the proposed Rail Development Authority to facilitate fair pricing, promote competition, protect customer interests, and set efficiency standards. The Railway Minister announced this during the introduction of the 2016-17 Railway Budget in Parliament. A draft bill will be prepared following extensive consultations with stakeholders, and a transparent selection process will be established, maintaining a distance from the Ministry of Railways. This initiative aims to boost stakeholder confidence significantly.