The construction of freight railway lines in India has been approved, with two major projects planned. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

The construction of freight railway lines
Photo: Upyogi Freight Logistics

The Indian government approved the construction of two freight railway lines with a total cost of ₹77.9 billion ($944 million). This project is part of the National Master Plan for Multimodal Connectivity, aiming to expand transport capabilities and strengthen India’s economic connections.

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The first line, 256 kilometers long, will link Narkatiaganj to Darbhanga, creating a crucial trade route between India and Nepal. It will connect the container terminal in the Nepalese city of Birgunj with the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Officials expect this route to accelerate shipments of goods, such as grain, fertilizers, cement, and containers, boosting trade volumes and reducing time costs.

The second line, 57 kilometers long, will connect Errupalem in Telangana to Namburu in Andhra Pradesh, passing through Amaravati, the new capital of this region. Authorities expect that this line will improve transport links between northern and central parts of the country and its southern regions, ensuring faster and more efficient freight transit.

The government plans to complete these projects by 2029. It hopes to attract an additional freight volume of 31 million tons and cut annual CO₂ emissions by 1,680 tons. This initiative will help India meet its environmental goals, supporting pollution reduction in the transport sector.

India’s government actively supports expanding its railway infrastructure. In August and September 2024, it approved projects to build nine additional new railroads, aiming to modernize and optimize the country’s transportation networks.

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