Cabinet approves four railway projects worth Rs 12,328 crore to five states including Bihar
Centre: The government approved four railway projects worth Rs 12,328 crore in Bihar, Karnataka, Telangana, Gujarat and Assam. These include construction of new railway line connecting Deshalpar-Hajipir-Luna and Vayor and Lakhpat, third and fourth line between Secunderabad (Sanathnagar)-Wadi, third line from Bhagalpur to Jamalpur and doubling of Furkating-New Tinsukia line.
The Union Cabinet has presented four railway projects valued at Rs 12,000 crore to five states, including Bihar, as a gift. Besides constructing new railway tracks in the states, the doubling of tracks will be carried out.
The government cleared four rail projects of Rs 12,328 crore in Bihar, Karnataka, Telangana, Gujarat, and Assam. These comprise Deshalpar-Hajipir-Luna and Vayor and Lakhpat new rail line construction, third and fourth line between Secunderabad (Sanathnagar)-Wadi, third line between Bhagalpur and Jamalpur, and doubling of Furkating-New Tinsukia line.
Such projects will ensure smooth and rapid transport of both cargo and commuters. These schemes will enhance connectivity and convenience of travel as well as lower the logistics cost. It will also decrease reliance on oil imports. Apart from this, these projects will help in reducing carbon dioxide emissions. It will promote sustainable and efficient rail operations. These projects will also generate direct employment for about 251 lakh man-days during their construction.
