Indian Union Cabinet approved a Rs 2,642 crore rail-cum-road bridge project over Ganga River in Varanasi and Chandauli districts, with a completion timeline of four years.

The Indian Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a Rs 2,642 crore rail-cum-road bridge project over the Ganga River in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi and Chandauli districts. This initiative aims to ease congestion, improve connectivity, and enhance the rail network by 30 kilometers. Completion is expected in four years, generating significant employment and contributing to climate goals by reducing CO2 emissions. The project aligns with the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan.