<h1>Railways Boosts Staff Housing Budget by 50%, Plans PPP Model and New Facilities for Women and RPF Personnel.</h1> The Minister of Railways announced a 50% increase in funding for railway staff quarters, raising the allocation to Rs 300 crore for the 2013-14 budget. This decision aims to address previous funding constraints that hindered construction. Inspired by the Ministry of Urban Development's success with public-private partnerships (PPP), the Railways plans to adopt a similar approach. Additionally, hostel facilities for single women railway employees will be established at all Divisional headquarters, and improvements will be made to barracks to enhance living conditions for Railway Protection Force personnel.