The Chamber of Railway Industries (Rail Chamber) serves as the primary advocate for the railway industry in India. Our "Key Positions" are data-driven stances on critical issues that impact manufacturing competitiveness, technological self-reliance, and global exports. We work to ensure that government policies align with the practical realities of the industry.

1. Accelerating "Viksit Rail 2047"

We support the government's vision of a developed India by 2047. Our position is that the railway sector must be the primary engine of this growth. We advocate for:

  • Long-term Capital Predictability: Ensuring a consistent 5-year rolling plan for procurement of rolling stock and infrastructure to allow industries to plan capacity expansions.
  • Standardization: Aligning Indian railway standards with global benchmarks (such as EN/UIC/ISO) to make Indian products "Export Ready" by default.

2. Supply Chain Resilience & MSME Empowerment

A robust railway ecosystem depends on a healthy tier-2 and tier-3 supplier base. The Rail Chamber advocates for:

  • Indigenization Credit: Recognizing and rewarding "Value Addition" in India rather than just "Assembly in India."
  • Ease of Vendor Registration: Simplifying the RDSO/Zonal Railway vendor approval processes for startups and MSMEs to encourage innovation in sub-components.

3. Safety and Technology Self-Reliance

Safety is non-negotiable. We advocate for the rapid, indigenous development of critical safety technologies:

  • KAVACH Proliferation: Supporting the accelerated nationwide rollout of the KAVACH (Train Collision Avoidance System).
  • Digital Transformation: Positioning for "Industry 4.0" in rail, including predictive maintenance, AI-driven traffic management, and IoT-enabled wagons.

4. Global Market Access & Export Promotion

To transform India from a large rail operator into a Global Railway Powerhouse, we position for:

  • G-to-G Credit Lines: Encouraging the Government to include railway equipment in bilateral credit lines for developing nations.
  • Standardized Certifications: Advocating for a unified Indian Railway Certification Body that is recognized by international rail regulators.

5. Sustainable and Green Railways

In line with India's "Net Zero 2030" goal, we promote:

  • Hydrogen and Battery Traction: Pushing for policy incentives for R&D in alternative fuel locomotives.
  • Circular Economy: Establishing standards for the "End-of-Life" recycling of coaches and wagons.

Our Advocacy Mechanism

The Rail Chamber represents these positions through:

  • Technical Committees: Comprising industry experts who draft white papers and case studies.
  • Stakeholder Consultations: Direct representation in Ministry of Railways and NITI Aayog pre-budget and policy meetings.
  • Global Roadshows: Promoting the "Make in India" brand at international forums like InnoTrans and RailTrans.