India has witnessed a significant transformation in railway safety over the past decade. Highlighting the impact of sustained reforms and focused safety measures, Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the number of consequential railway accidents has declined by nearly 90%—from 135 in 2014–15 to just 11 this year. The sharp reduction reflects continuous investment in infrastructure modernisation, improved monitoring systems, and a strengthened safety framework aimed at ensuring