Seven High-Speed Rails and Rare Earth Corridors Headline Transformative Infrastructure
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced seven high-speed rail corridors and dedicated rare earth corridors as cornerstone infrastructure initiatives in Union Budget 2026. These projects anchor India’s next growth phase alongside record ₹12.2 lakh crore capex targeting FY 2026–27. Capex Surge to ₹12.2 Lakh Crore Public capital expenditure increases from ₹11.2
Union Budget 2026: Strategic Rare Earth and Chemical Production Boost
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced dedicated rare earth corridors for four mineral-rich states during her Union Budget 2026 presentation. This forward-looking initiative builds on the rare earth permanent magnets scheme launched in November 2025, targeting Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu to advance mining, processing, research, and manufacturing. Rare
