Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to Railway infrastructure, operational efficiency and connectivity, President Droupadi Murmu will dedicate two important multi-tracking railway projects worth over Rs.732 crore to the Nation at Rairangpur in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 20.
The two projects developed under East Coast Railway will significantly enhance line capacity, reduce congestion and facilitate smoother movement of passenger as well as freight trains. These projects will strengthen the railway backbone of Odisha and support the State’s growing industrial and economic activities.
The Jakhapura – Jajpur Keonjhar Road – Baitarani Road Multi-tracking Project completed at a cost of Rs.323 crore over a length of 19 KM has been developed as part of the larger Bhadrak – Nergundi Multi-tracking Project. This project will enhance capacity on the heavily loaded Howrah–Chennai main line, reduce congestion, improve punctuality and ensure faster movement of passenger and freight trains.
The project will also facilitate seamless transportation of coal and other bulk commodities, providing stronger logistical support to nearby ports, industries and commercial centres, thereby contributing to the economic development of the region.
Similarly, the Hindol Road – Meramandali Multi-tracking Project completed at a cost of Rs.409 crore over a length of 27 KM forms part of the important Budhapank – Salegaon Multi-tracking Project. The project will significantly increase train handling capacity, remove operational bottlenecks and support smooth movement of coal, steel, power-sector inputs and other industrial commodities.
The additional capacity created through these projects will enable operation of more passenger and freight trains, improve connectivity, strengthen industrial logistics and contribute significantly to the overall growth and development of Odisha.
These capacity enhancement projects reflect the Government of India’s continued commitment towards creating modern, efficient and future-ready railway infrastructure. The projects will go a long way in strengthening the vision of Viksit Odisha and Viksit Bharat.