Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Sikkim Connectivity Boosted: Melli-Dentam Railway Line Approved
The Indian government is planning to build a new railway line in Sikkim, connecting Melli to Dentam.
This project involves a survey to figure out the best route and how much it will cost.
The railway line will extend to remote regions, and will potentially boost tourism, trade, and create more jobs.
This new line will make it easier and quicker to travel to different places in Sikkim.
The plan is expected to be an extension of a line that will open in 2027.
The authorities are going to start getting this project going very soon.
The Ministry of Railways approved the final location survey for the Melli-Dentam railway line.
The survey will be conducted by the Northeast Frontier Railway.
The estimated cost for the survey is ₹2.25 crore.
The railway line will span 75 km and connect remote regions.
The project aims to enhance connectivity and stimulate economic growth in the region.
- Who
- The Ministry of Railways and Northeast Frontier Railway.
- What
- The final location survey for a new railway line from Melli to Dentam via Jorethang and Legship has been approved.
- When
- Tenders for the survey will be issued soon.
- Where
- Southern and western parts of Sikkim.
- Why
- To enhance connectivity, boost economic growth, and reduce travel time in Sikkim.
- Project
- Melli-Dentam Railway Line
- Survey Approval
- Ministry of Railways
- Survey Cost
- ₹2.25 crore
- Route
- Melli to Dentam via Jorethang and Legship
- Expected Operational Date (Sivok-Rangpo line)
- 2027
- Line Length
- 75 km (estimated)