![NOT QUITE BULLET SPEED YET NOT QUITE BULLET SPEED YET](https://cdn.magzter.com/India Today/1718446640/articles/ISFIM-tz81718451375605/NOT-QUITE-BULLET-SPEED-YET.jpg)
One of the largest ministries of the government, Indian Railways has the dual responsibility of bringing in a much-needed technology and capacity upgrade while remaining an affordable mode of travel for the common Indian that it has always been. The first relates to India's perennial challenges: overcrowded trains, timely availability of confirmed tickets, concerns of safety. The second is a facor of the overall vision of governmental responsibility towards the people. Beyond these, the Indian rail network has to increase its share of freight moved across the country, being faster, more economical and "greener" than road transport. Railways is also under duress owing to a burgeoning pension bill of over Rs 50,000 crore per year, keeping its financial health perpetually in red.
WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE
This story is from the June 24, 2024 edition of India Today.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the June 24, 2024 edition of India Today.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
![WEAVE A STORY WEAVE A STORY](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/5/1927545/iAGGPqMSA1734089785775/WEAVE-A-STORY.jpg)
WEAVE A STORY
Saree plays muse and material in this modern iteration
![SIMPLE LIVING SIMPLE LIVING](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/5/1927545/i6xLEhnQd1734089648209/SIMPLE-LIVING.jpg)
SIMPLE LIVING
Spatial planning meets spirituality, and up-cyling meets unconventional design practices, in this Gurgaon home
![HARMONY IN DESIGN HARMONY IN DESIGN](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/5/1927545/rGofH_cd_1734089481866/HARMONY-IN-DESIGN.jpg)
HARMONY IN DESIGN
Using principles of vaastu coupled with a creative interplay of open and closed spaces, this home in Vadodara is a welcome sight
![THE NEW ECO CHIC THE NEW ECO CHIC](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/5/1927545/0aoAKH-K41734089250532/THE-NEW-ECO-CHIC.jpg)
THE NEW ECO CHIC
This home in Kerala is designed on the principles of climate responsive architecture
![Crafting a New Look Crafting a New Look](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/5/1927545/DFZz7rs3o1734089082277/CRAFTING-A-NEW-LOOK.jpg)
Crafting a New Look
A look at five festive artistic finds from Jaipur to brighten your celebrations
![NAMES TO KNOW NAMES TO KNOW](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/5/1927545/DeMJc4DtP1734088804023/NAMES-TO-KNOW.jpg)
NAMES TO KNOW
From homes and offices to banquets and hotels, these architects and designers' approach to design is paving the way for some exciting spaces
![CHIC AND COSY CHIC AND COSY](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/5/1927545/xBQfgaaBc1734088568289/CHIC-AND-COSY.jpg)
CHIC AND COSY
Let your indoor winter wonderland revel in bold bedding, quilted beauties and charming cushions
![STEP INTO STYLE STEP INTO STYLE](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/5/1927545/QbGl4uVtb1734088420490/STEP-INTO-STYLE.jpg)
STEP INTO STYLE
This winter, international collaborations are lending the Indian carpet industry a unique look underfoot
![DECK THE HALLS DECK THE HALLS](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/5/1927545/urtsn_9yL1734088186068/DECK-THE-HALLS.jpg)
DECK THE HALLS
With this festive array of accessories, cushions and X'mas-themed decoratives
![HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/5/1927545/-RAiEA-V81734088016582/HOME-FOR-THE-HOLIDAYS.jpg)
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Looking for Christmas inspiration? Here are plenty of ideas to steal and products to make it come to life.