Railways unveils 8 new reforms: Faster projects, freight boost; Rail Bhoomi portal launched

Indian Railways has unveiled a fresh set of reforms under its 52 Reforms in 52 Weeks initiative. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced measures to improve project execution, tighten contractor norms, promote freight innovation, simplify container train operations, introduce skill certification for railway workers and accelerate land acquisition through the new Rail Bhoomi portal. Here's what the latest railway reforms mean for freight, infrastructure and logistics.