Indian government approves ₹6,456 crore railway projects, extending network by 300 km, creating 114 lakh man-days of employment.

The Indian government has approved three railway projects worth ₹6,456 crore aimed at enhancing logistical efficiency, improving connectivity, and boosting economic growth. The projects, which will span across Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Chhattisgarh, will extend the Indian Railways network by about 300 km and include two new railway lines and one multi-tracking project. The approved projects will construct 14 new stations and connect approximately 1,300 villages, providing essential infrastructure for transporting commodities such as agriculture products, coal, iron ore, and cement. These projects are expected to create around 114 lakh man-days of direct employment during construction, augmenting the existing line capacity and contributing to accelerated economic growth.

August 28, 2024
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