Archive · 26 Jul 2025
Train Accidents Significantly Down, Says Railway Minister
The Railway Minister reported a major drop in train accidents, from a high number a decade ago to very few now.
This is thanks to things like new electronic systems that help prevent human mistakes, as well as other tech like 'Kavach' which help make sure trains stay safe and on track.
The minister also mentioned other methods of monitoring the alertness of the train operators to help ensure everyone's safety on the railways.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated train accidents reduced to 31 in 2024.
This is significantly down from 135 accidents in 2014-15.
The minister attributed the decrease to proactive safety measures.
Electronic interlocking systems installed at 6,635 stations to reduce human error.
Technology like 'Kavach' and vigilance devices are also being implemented.
- Who
- Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
- What
- The number of train accidents has decreased significantly.
- When
- Accidents reduced in 2024 compared to previous years.
- Where
- Rajya Sabha
- Why
- Due to proactive safety measures taken by the Ministry of Railway.
Previous Data
Present Data
Accident Numbers
Previous Data
1,711 train accidents happened between 2004 and 2014.
Present Data
In 2024, this number hit a record low.
- Minister
- Ashwini Vaishnaw
- Accidents in 2014-15
- 135
- Accidents in 2024
- 31
- Electronic Interlocking Stations
- 6,635
- Level-crossing Gates
- 11,096