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TAG 2026: 122 new trains, 86 extensions and 549 speed-ups announced

New Delhi, January 9 (UNI) In a major push to improve connectivity and travel efficiency, Indian Railways under the Timetable of Trains (TAG) 2026 has rolled out a series of network upgrades, including the introduction of new trains, extension of existing services, increased frequencies, conversion of select trains to Superfast category, and faster running times across multiple railway zones. In the Central Railway (CR) zone alone, four new trains have been introduced, six services extended, and 30 trains sped up. The East Coast Railway (ECOR) has seen the introduction of four new trains, extension of four trains, and three trains sped up, a statement from the ministry read.

Central India's Premier English Daily

Central India's Premier English Daily

Credit: Centralchronicle

Key Highlights

  • The East Central Railway (ECR) recorded a significant expansion with 20 new trains introduced, 20 trains extended, and 12 trains sped up.
  • In the Eastern Railway (ER), six new trains were introduced, four trains extended, and 32 trains sped up.
  • The North Central Railway (NCR) introduced two new trains, extended four trains, increased frequency of two trains, and sped up one train.
  • The North Eastern Railway (NER) added eight new trains, extended four, increased the frequency of two, and sped up 12 trains.
  • The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) introduced 10 new trains and speeded up 36 trains.
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  1. TAG 2026: 122 new trains, 86 extensions and 549 speed-ups announced

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