The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved three major Indian Railways projects, collectively valued at Rs 6,456 crore.
These initiatives are part of the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan, aimed at enhancing multi-modal connectivity across seven districts in Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Chhattisgarh. The projects will extend the rail network by approximately 300 km.
In addition to the expansion, fourteen new stations will be established, significantly improving access in two Aspirational Districts — Nuapada and East Singhbhum — and linking around 1,300 villages, benefiting a population of approximately 11 lakhs. The multi-tracking aspect of the projects will further connect another 1,300 villages, serving an additional 19 lakh people.
These projects are designed to enhance logistical efficiency by integrating previously isolated areas, increasing line capacities, and improving the overall transportation network.
The new railway lines will offer direct connectivity, improve mobility, and enhance service reliability. Multi-tracking will help reduce congestion and ensure smoother operations on some of the busiest rail corridors.
These routes play a crucial role in the transportation of vital commodities, such as agricultural goods, fertilizers, coal, iron ore, steel, cement, and limestone. The capacity enhancements are projected to handle an additional 45 million tonnes of freight annually, according to a report by the Economic Times.
Environmentally, the new rail infrastructure will contribute to climate goals by reducing oil imports by 10 crore litres and cutting CO2 emissions by 240 crore kg, an impact equivalent to planting 9.7 crore trees.
These developments align with Prime Minister Modi’s vision of a New India, promoting regional growth and generating local employment opportunities.
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