Hyderabad, Feb. 3 -- Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday, February 2, said the Union Budget 2026-27 marks a major expansion of railway infrastructure in Telangana, announcing an allocation of Rs 5,454 crore for the state and positioning Hyderabad as a central hub in the country's upcoming high-speed rail network.

Addressing a virtual press conference from New Delhi a day after the presentation of the Union Budget, the minister outlined State-wise railway allocations and projects, stating that Hyderabad would play a pivotal role in the Centre's second phase of bullet train development.

Hyderabad to become an important bullet train hub: Vaishnaw

Vaishnaw said three high-speed rail corridors involving Hyderabad have been pro...