India surpasses US, Europe in locomotive production

03 Apr 2025 Evaluate

Reaffirming growing dominance in the global railway sector, India has emerged as a global leader in railway locomotive manufacturing, achieving a record production of 1,681 locomotives in the financial year 2024-25, an increase of 209 locomotives, compared to the 1,472 locomotives produced in the previous financial year 2023-24. 

This record-breaking production is the highest ever for locomotive manufacturing in the country, reflecting the significant achievements of all units in enhancing railway infrastructure and capacity. Besides, this milestone surpasses the total locomotive production of regions such as the United States, Europe, South America, Africa, and Australia.

The continuous rise in locomotive production is a direct result of strategic decisions taken to strengthen the ‘Make in India’ initiative. Between 2004 and 2014, India produced a total of 4,695 locomotives, with a national annual average of 470. In contrast, from 2014 to 2024, locomotive manufacturing witnessed a significant surge, with 9,168 locomotives produced, raising the annual average to approximately 917.


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