<h1>Government Boosts Railway Safety with Rs 1 Lakh Crore Investment; Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024 Passed for Reforms</h1> The Railway Minister announced in the Rajya Sabha that the government prioritizes railway safety with an annual investment of over Rs 1 lakh crore. This investment has significantly reduced railway accidents from 171 to 30 annually. The Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024 was passed, aiming to enhance the Railway Board's functioning and independence. The government has empowered field offices and increased budget allocations for states, including those not governed by the ruling party. Despite opposition claims of centralization, the bill includes provisions for an independent regulator. The minister highlighted infrastructure upgrades, job creation, and efforts to reduce pollution through electrification.