<h1>Seven high-speed rail corridors and a new dedicated freight corridor to boost travel speed, safety, and freight efficiency.</h1> The Union Budget 2026-27 proposes seven high-speed rail corridors and a new 2,052 km East-West Dedicated Freight Corridor between Dankuni and Surat, supported by Rs 2.78 lakh crore in budgetary support and total railway capital expenditure of Rs 2.93 lakh crore, including Rs 1.20 lakh crore for passenger and operational safety; the seven corridors will cover about 4,000 km, reduce travel times on key routes, attract around Rs 16,000 crore in investments, and aim to enhance passenger mobility, freight efficiency, and regional economic integration.