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The Indian government has given the green light to a major railway upgrade in Bihar. This project will double a 104-kilometer single line to improve travel and transport. It promises to boost tourism to important religious sites and increase freight capacity significantly. The initiative is also framed as a key step towards achieving national climate and self-reliance goals.

Key Points: Modi Cabinet Approves Rs 2,192 Crore Bihar Railway Line Doubling

  • Project will enhance rail connectivity to pilgrimage sites like Rajgir and Nalanda
  • Boost freight capacity by 26 million tonnes annually for commodities like coal
  • Expected to reduce CO2 emissions by 24 crore kg, aiding climate goals
  • Will improve mobility and ease congestion on a critical Bihar railway route
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Cabinet approves doubling of Bakhtiyarpur-Rajgir-Tilaiya single railway line section in poll-bound Bihar at Rs 2,192 crore

Cabinet approves doubling of 104 km Bakhtiyarpur-Rajgir-Tilaiya railway line in Bihar to boost tourism, freight capacity, and reduce congestion.

"The projects align with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a New India, which aims to make the people of the region 'Atmanirbhar' - Ministry of Railways"

New Delhi, September 24

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the doubling of the Bakhtiyarpur - Rajgir - Tilaiya single railway line section (104 km) in Bihar with a total approximate cost of Rs. 2,192 crore.

The project, covering four districts in the state of Bihar, will increase the existing network of Indian Railways by approximately 104 km. The project section also provides rail connectivity to prominent destinations, such as Rajgir (Shanti Stupa), Nalanda, and Pawapuri, attracting pilgrims and tourists from across the country.

Multi-tracking projects will enhance connectivity to approximately. 1,434 villages and about 13.46 lakh population and two Aspirational Districts (Gaya and Nawada), the Ministry of Railways said.

This is an essential route for transportation of commodities such as coal, cement, clinker, fly ash etc. The capacity augmentation works will result in additional freight traffic of magnitude 26 MTPA (Million Tonnes Per Annum).

The Railways, being an environmentally friendly and energy-efficient mode of transportation, will help both in achieving climate goals and minimising logistics costs of the country, reduce oil import (5 Crore Litres) and lower CO2 emissions (24 Crore Kg), which is equivalent to the plantation of 1 (One) crore trees.

The enhanced line capacity will improve mobility, providing enhanced efficiency and service reliability for Indian Railways. The multi-tracking proposal will ease operations and reduce congestion, providing the much-needed infrastructural development on the busiest sections across Indian Railways. The projects align with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a New India, which aims to make the people of the region "Atmanirbhar" through comprehensive development in the area, thereby enhancing their employment/ self-employment opportunities.

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

- ANI

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Priya S
As someone who travels to Pawapuri frequently for pilgrimage, this is wonderful news! The current single line causes so many delays. Better rail connectivity will make religious tourism much smoother. The environmental benefits are a big plus too. 🌱
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Aman W
₹2,192 crore seems like a huge amount. While infrastructure development is needed, I hope there's proper transparency in spending. Bihar has seen many projects announced before elections that never get completed. Action speaks louder than announcements.
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Sarah B
The environmental impact numbers are impressive - 5 crore litres of oil saved and equivalent of 1 crore trees planted! This is the kind of sustainable development India needs. Hope more such green infrastructure projects get approved across the country.
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Vikram M
Great move! The freight capacity increase to 26 MTPA will significantly boost industrial growth in the region. Better coal and cement transportation means lower costs for industries. This is real development that benefits common people through job creation and economic growth.
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Nisha Z
Connecting 1,434 villages is a game-changer for rural Bihar! My relatives in Nawada district will benefit greatly. Hope this brings better access to education and healthcare facilities for villagers. Infrastructure like this can truly transform lives in aspirational districts.

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