Central government to spend Rs.10,000cr on railway development
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated, laid foundation stones & dedicated projects worth Rs.26,000 crore in Bikaner, Rajasthan, underscoring the significance of the developments in advancing the country’s economic growth https://www.commerce.gov.in/.
Highlighting the ongoing transformation of India’s infrastructure, emphasizing the nation’s commitment to modernization, the Prime Minister pointed to the rapid advancements in roads, airports, railways, and railway stations over the past 11 years.
“India is now investing six times more in infrastructure development compared to previous years, a progress that has captured global attention,” remarked the Prime Minister, pointing out iconic infrastructure projects across the country, citing the remarkable Chenab Bridge in the north, the Sela Tunnel in Arunachal Pradesh, and the Bogibeel Bridge in Assam in the east https://www.conexpoconagg.com/.
In western India, he noted the Atal Setu in Mumbai, while in the south, he highlighted the Pamban Bridge, India’s first of its kind.
Emphasising India’s continuous efforts to modernize its railway network, Shri Modi underlined the swift development of dedicated freight corridors to streamline cargo transportation and the ongoing construction of India’s first bullet train project.
Over the past 11 years, approximately Rs.70,000 crore has been invested on building roads in Rajasthan, and the central government is set to spend nearly Rs.10,000 crore on railway development in the state this year https://www.globaltenders.com/.
He remarked on the flagging-off of a new train connecting Bikaner to Mumbai, further enhancing connectivity. Additionally, he emphasized the launch and foundation stone laying of various health, water, and electricity projects in multiple regions.
These initiatives aim to accelerate the progress of both urban and rural areas of Rajasthan, ensuring that young people find promising opportunities within their own cities and towns, he said https://ted.europa.eu/en/.
Background
In line with his commitment to constantly improve and enhance the rail infrastructure in the country, Prime Minister inaugurated 103 redeveloped Amrit Stations in 86 districts across 18 States and Union Territories of India developed at a cost of over Rs.1,100 crore. Over 1,300 stations are being redeveloped with modern facilities, designed to reflect regional architecture and enhance passenger amenities under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
Indian Railway is marching towards 100% electrification of its network, making railway operations more efficient and environment friendly. In line with this, Prime Minister laid the foundation stone of Churu-Sadulpur rail line (58 km) and dedicated to the Nation Suratgarh-Phalodi (336 km); Phulera-Degana (109 km); Udaipur-Himmatnagar (210 km); Phalodi-Jaisalmer (157 km) and Samdari-Barmer (129 km) rail line electrification.
In a major boost to road infrastructure in the state, Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for construction of 3 Vehicle Underpasses, widening and strengthening of National highways. He also dedicated 7 roadways projects in Rajasthan. The roadways projects, worth over Rs.4,850 crore, will facilitate smoother movement of goods and people. The highways extend up to the Indo-Pak border, enhancing accessibility for security forces and strengthening India’s defence infrastructure.
Furthering the vision of electricity for all and green and clean energy, Prime Minister laid the foundation stone of power projects including Solar projects at Bikaner and Nawa in Didwana Kuchaman, and Transmission Systems for Evacuation of Power Part B PowerGrid Sirohi Transmission Ltd and Part E PowerGrid Mewar Transmission Ltd. He also inaugurated power projects including Solar project at Bikaner, Transmission system for Evacuation of PowerGrid Neemuch and from Bikaner Complex, Augmentation of transformation capacity at Fatehgarh-II Power Station which will provide clean energy and reduce carbon emission.
Prime Minister also laid the foundation stone, inaugurated and dedicated 25 important state government projects across Rajasthan to enhance infrastructure, connectivity, power supply, health services, and water availability in the state. These include laying of foundation stone and dedication to the nation of projects for upgrading and maintaining 12 State Highways covering a total length of over 750 km worth over Rs.3,240 crore; further expansion under the program includes an additional 900 km of new highways. Prime Minister inaugurated power projects at Bikaner and Udaipur. He also inaugurated Nursing Colleges in Rajsamand, Pratapgarh, Bhilwara, Dholpur which will play a key role in enhancing health infrastructure in the state. He also laid the foundation stone and dedicated to the nation various water infrastructure projects in the region including Rural Water Supply and Fluorosis Mitigation Project in Jhunjhunu District, Restructuring of Urban Water Supply Schemes in 7 Towns of Pali District under AMRUT 2.0, among others. Fiinews.com
