Archive · 11 Jun 2025
Modi Govt Approves Railway Projects Under Gati Shakti
The Indian government approved two railway projects, costing over ₹6,405 crore.
These projects will expand railway lines in Jharkhand and between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, increasing the rail network by 318 km.
This expansion aims to transport more goods, create jobs, and lower emissions, aligning with the PM Gati Shakti plan.
Completion is expected to enhance service reliability and reduce logistics costs, minimizing delays and ensuring efficient movement nationwide.
Cabinet approved two railway infrastructure projects totaling ₹6,405 crore.
Projects include doubling the Koderma-Barkakana line in Jharkhand and the Ballari-Chikjajur line.
These projects will expand India's rail network by 318 km.
The projects are expected to increase freight traffic by 49 million tonnes annually.
The initiative aligns with the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan.
- Who
- Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs
- What
- Cabinet approved two railway infrastructure projects.
- When
- June 11, 2025
- Where
- Jharkhand, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.
- Why
- To enhance connectivity and logistics, create jobs and cut emissions.
- Total Project Cost
- ₹6,405 crore
- Network Expansion
- 318 km
- Koderma-Barkakana Line
- 133 km
- Ballari-Chikjajur Line
- 185 km
- Expected Freight Traffic Increase
- 49 million tonnes per annum
- Villages Served
- 1,408
- Population Benefited
- 2.8 million
Sources
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