CM Expedites Pending Rail Projects under Mahayuti Alliance

Chief Minister Eknath Shinde asserted on Sunday that several railway projects, which had been stagnant during the MVA regime, accelerated once the Mahayuti alliance came into power.

Shinde stated, "The previous government hesitated to cover 50% of the project costs, despite the Centre's readiness to contribute the remaining 50%. However, we promptly committed to our share."

Key projects, including the construction of an additional track between Nashik and Mumbai, as well as the Nashik-Pune semi-speed rail corridor, have experienced renewed momentum, Shinde announced during a meeting with industry representatives in Nashik city.

Highlighting the government's focus on infrastructure, Shinde mentioned ongoing projects worth Rs 8 lakh crore, emphasizing their role in enhancing communication networks to attract investors.

Taking a swipe at the previous MVA government, Shinde questioned the security environment for investors, referencing the 2021 incident involving gelatin sticks found near billionaire Mukesh Ambani's residence, Antilia, in south Mumbai.

Shiv Sena's chief also underscored the progress of the Mumbai-Nagpur Samruddhi Expressway and outlined plans for a network of access-controlled roads to facilitate eight-hour travel across the state.

Furthermore, Shinde assured representatives from the real estate sector that Nashik's development will be prioritized on par with Thane.

Encouraging voter participation, Shinde urged constituents to cast their votes in the Nashik Lok Sabha elections on May 20, advocating for the election of Shiv Sena candidate Hemant Godse to reinforce Prime Minister Modi's leadership.

TOI