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Cabinet Approves ₹18,509 Cr Railway Multitracking Projects Across 4 States

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved three major railway multitracking projects with a total cost of approximately ₹18,509 crore. The projects, spanning Delhi, Haryana, Maharashtra, and Karnataka, will add about 389 kilometers to the rail network across 12 districts. They aim to significantly enhance line capacity, improve operational efficiency, and provide seamless connectivity for both passengers and freight. The initiatives are aligned with the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan and are expected to boost employment, reduce logistics costs, and lower carbon emissions.

Key Points: Cabinet Approves Major Railway Multitracking Projects Worth ₹18,509 Cr

  • Projects worth ₹18,509 crore
  • Covers 389 km across 12 districts
  • To enhance connectivity to 3,902 villages
  • Expected to add 96 MTPA freight traffic
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Cabinet approves railway multitracking projects across Delhi, Haryana, Maharashtra, Karnataka

Cabinet approves three major railway multitracking projects across Delhi, Haryana, Maharashtra, and Karnataka to enhance capacity, reduce congestion, and boost freight traffic.

"These multi-tracking proposals are poised to streamline operations and alleviate congestion. - Official Release"

New Delhi, February 14

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, yesterday has approved three projects of Ministry of Railways with total cost of about Rs 18,509 crore.

These projects include Kasara - Manmad 3rd and 4th line; Delhi - Ambala 3rd and 4th line; and Ballari - Hosapete 3rd and 4th line

The increased line capacity will significantly enhance mobility, resulting in improved operational efficiency and service reliability for Indian Railways. These multi-tracking proposals are poised to streamline operations and alleviate congestion.

The projects are in line with the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's Vision of a New India which will make people of the region "Atmanirbhar" by way of comprehensive development in the area which will enhance their employment/ self-employment opportunities.

The projects are planned on PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan with focus on enhancing multi-modal connectivity & logistic efficiency through integrated planning and stakeholder consultations. These projects will provide seamless connectivity for movement of people, goods, and services.

These three projects covering 12 Districts across the states of Delhi, Haryana, Maharashtra and Karnataka, will increase the existing network of Indian Railways by about 389 Kms.

The proposed multi-tracking project will enhance connectivity to approx. 3,902 villages, which are having a population of about 97 lakhs.

The proposed capacity enhancement will improve rail connectivity to several prominent tourist destinations across the country, including Bhavli Dam, Shri Ghatandevi, Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra/Srinagar, and major attractions such as Hampi (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Ballari Fort, Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary, the Tungabhadra Dam, Kenchanagudda, and the Vijaya Vittala Temple etc.

The proposed projects are essential routes for transportation of commodities such as coal, steel, iron ore, cement, limestone/bauxite, container, foodgrains, sugar, fertilizers, POL etc. The capacity augmentation works will result in additional freight traffic of magnitude 96 MTPA (Million Tonnes Per Annum).

The Railways being environment friendly and energy efficient mode of transportation, will help both in achieving climate goals and minimizing logistics cost of the country, reduce oil import (22 crore Litres) and lower CO2 emissions (111 crore Kg) which is equivalent to plantation of 04 (Four) crore trees.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The environmental benefits mentioned are impressive—saving 22 crore litres of oil and reducing CO2. Investing in rail over road is the right move for India's climate goals. More projects like this, please!
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Ananya R
Connecting nearly 4000 villages and boosting tourism in places like Hampi is a fantastic step. Better connectivity can transform local economies. Hope the employment opportunities promised actually reach the people on the ground.
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Vikram M
While the project sounds good on paper, I hope the focus remains on quality and safety, not just political headlines. We've seen cost overruns and delays in past infrastructure projects. Accountability is key. 🙏
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Karthik V
The Ballari-Hosapete line upgrade is crucial for the mineral belt. Faster movement of iron ore and steel will boost manufacturing. This is real 'Gati Shakti' in action for core industries. Bharat is on the move! 🚂
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Priya S
As someone from Maharashtra, better connectivity to Trimbakeshwar and other religious sites will be a blessing for pilgrims. Also hoping for cleaner stations and trains as part of this development. Jai Hind!

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