<h1>India Approves New Rail Policy to Boost Private Investment and Enhance Freight Connectivity with 5 Innovative Models.</h1> The Cabinet Committee on Infrastructure in India has approved a policy framework from the Ministry of Railways to encourage private participation in rail connectivity and capacity augmentation projects. The framework includes five models: Non-Government Railway, Joint Venture with equity participation by Railways, customer-funded capacity augmentation, BOT, and BOT annuity. These models aim to enhance rail connectivity, especially for freight, and support industrial development, economic growth, and employment. The policy promotes public-private partnerships and aims for transparent project execution, holding zonal railways accountable for outcomes. This initiative is expected to significantly boost railway freight traffic and industrial efficiency.