Mega Rail Projects Worth ₹11,169 Crore to Improve Efficiency and Capacity Across Six States.

The Union Cabinet has given its approval for four major railway multi-tracking projects with a total investment of ₹11,169 crore. The initiative is designed to increase capacity, reduce congestion, and boost logistics efficiency across a significant portion of India's railway network.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the projects will cover a distance of 574 kilometers and are expected to be completed by the 2028-29 fiscal year. These upgrades are projected to increase freight capacity by 96 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), facilitating the movement of key commodities such as coal, cement, agricultural products, and petroleum.

The multi-tracking projects will be implemented across 13 districts in six states: Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, and Jharkhand. The expansion is a strategic move to address bottlenecks in the rail network, which are crucial for both passenger and freight traffic. The government anticipates that these projects will not only improve the speed and reliability of train services but also contribute to economic growth by streamlining the supply chain for various industries.