New Delhi: On Tuesday, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a large strengthening of the national railway infrastructure infrastructure.
Projects with total estimated costs £24 634 Crore, are ready to expand the Indian railway network by approximately 894 km and is scheduled to complete the 2030-31.
The Minister of the Union Ashwini Vaishnav in the briefing emphasized the strategic importance of these initiatives and recorded their harmonization with the National Plan PM-Gati Shakti Shakti.
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“These projects are not just about laying new songs; it is about placing the foundations for more interconnected and prosperous India,” Vaishnav said. “By improving operational efficiency and connectivity, we make it easier to move people, goods and services, which is essential for the progress of our nation.”
Four projects cover 18 districts across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Chhattisgarh, which aim to streamline operations and alleviate overload to some of the busiest railway corridors in the country.
Approved projects include: Wardha -Badusawal (Maharashtra): 3 and 4. Lines over 314 km; Gondia -dongargarh (Maharashtra -chhattisgarh): 4. Lines spanning 84 km; Vadodara -tlam (Gujarat – Madhaya Pradesh): 3 and 4. Lines covering 259 km; Itarsi -Bopal -bina (Madhya Pradesh): 4. Line of stretching 237 km.
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Initiative for multi -tracking also focuses on improving multimodal connectivity and efficiency of logistics through integrated planning.
According to a government statement, projects are expected to significantly increase mobility, improve operational efficiency and increase the reliability of services for Indian railways.
The new lines will be essential for the transport of basic commodities such as coal, containers, cement, fly ash, food grain and steel, and it is assumed that capacity enlargement will add 78 million tonnes per year (MTPA) in freight transport.
In addition to logistics, projects will benefit the large population and improve connectivity to approximately 3,633 villages with a combined population of about 8.584 million. The new lines will also serve two aspiration districts: Vidisha and Rajnandgaon.
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“The improved railway network will also provide connectivity for important tourist destinations, including Sanchi, Satpura Tiger Reserve, Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka, Hazar Falls and Nawegaon National Park and attract tourists from all over the country.”
Projects are expected to support the environmental objectives of the nation.
“As the railways are energy efficient and environmentally friendly, the new lines are expected to help minimize the country’s logistics cost, reduce oil import by 28 Crore LTR and lower carbon emissions by 139 Crore kg.
The aim of the projects in accordance with the vision of the Prime Minister for “New India” is to ensure that people in the Atmanirbhar region support comprehensive development and create employment opportunities for employment and self -employment.
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