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The Railways Act, 1989

The Railways Act, 1989 governs the development, regulation, and operation of the Indian Railways network.

"Railways Transportation Infrastructure Regulation Safety Security"

Summary

The Railways Act, 1989 is an act of the Indian Parliament that consolidates and amends the law relating to the development, regulation, and operation of the Indian Railways network. The act lays down rules for the construction, maintenance, and operation of railway lines and trains, and regulates the entry of private players into the sector. It provides for the establishment of various authorities for the efficient functioning of the railways and the resolution of disputes. The act also lays down provisions for the safety and security of passengers and railway employees.

Table of Contents

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1 Section 1: Short Title And Commencement Open
2 Section 2: Definitions Open
3 Section 3: Zonal Railways Open
4 Section 4: Appointment Of General Manager Open
5 Section 4A: Establishment Of Railway Land Development Authority Open
6 Section 4B: Composition Of Authority Open
7 Section 4C: Terms And Conditions Of Appointment Of Vice-Chairman And Other Members Open
8 Section 4D: Functions Of Authority Open
9 Section 4E: Powers Of Authority To Enter Into Agreements And Execute Contracts Open
10 Section 4F: Procedure Of Transaction Of Business Of Authority Open
11 Section 4G: Appointment Of Officers And Other Employees Of Authority Open
12 Section 4H: Salaries, Allowances, Etc, To Be Defrayed Out Of Consolidated Fund Of India Open
13 Section 4-I: Power Of Authority To Make Regulations Open
14 Section 5: Appointment Of Chief Commissioner Of Railway Safety And Commissioners Of Railway Safety Open
15 Section 6: Duties Of Commissioner Open
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