New Delhi, July 9 -- The Indian Railways is on the verge of completing one of the world's largest railway electrification programmes, with only 269 route kilometres (RKM) of its more than 70,000-RKM broad gauge network yet to be brought under electric traction, according to the latest railway ministry data.

As of 31 May 2026, 70,002 RKM of the 70,271-RKM broad-gauge network have been electrified, bringing overall coverage to 99.6%. This means the national transporter is within touching distance of achieving 100% electrification, a milestone expected to significantly reduce fuel costs, improve freight efficiency, and help meet its ambitious net-zero carbon target.

The remaining work is concentrated largely in a handful of states, includi...