Indian Railways Renews MoU with Switzerland for Infrastructure Modernization
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Renewal of MoU between Indian Railways and Switzerland's DETEC |
| Date of Renewal | October 2023 (via video conferencing) |
| Initial Agreement | Partnership initiated in 2017 |
| Supporting Ministries | Ministry of Railways and Ministry of External Affairs, India |
| Key Figures | Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Mridul Kumar (India's Ambassador to Switzerland), Albert Roesti (Federal Councilor) |
| Focus Areas | Track maintenance, technological advancements, station modernization, tunneling, freight solutions |
| Joint Working Group | Established in 2017, last meeting held on October 11, 2023 |
| Objectives | Infrastructure modernization, operational efficiency, enhancement of passenger and freight services |
| Swiss Contributions | Technology, machinery, materials, and consultancy support in tunneling projects |