Indian, Bangladeshi Railways Meet to Revive Suspended Trains; New Projects on Table
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Railway connectivity as a tool for regional integration and economic cooperation under the Neighbourhood First policy.
Why in news
Indian and Bangladeshi railway authorities met at the Inter-Governmental Railway Meeting (IGRM) in Dhaka to discuss reviving suspended trains and new rail projects.
Background
The meeting covers the resumption of Maitree, Mitali, and Bandhan Express trains suspended since 2024. India is supplying 19 LHB broad-gauge passenger coaches to Bangladesh under a Rs 915 crore deal due for completion by December 2027.
Facts for Prelims
- FactMaitree, Mitali, and Bandhan Express trains were suspended in 2024 due to security concerns.
- FactIndia is supplying 19 LHB broad-gauge passenger coaches to Bangladesh under a Rs 915 crore deal.
- FactThe rail deal for passenger coaches is expected to be completed by December 2027.
- PlaceThe Dhaka-Kolkata Maitree Express is proposed to be re-routed via the Padma Bridge.
Prelims practice question
What is the estimated value of the deal for India to supply 19 LHB broad-gauge passenger coaches to Bangladesh?
- (a)Rs 2,500 crore
- (b)Rs 500 crore
- (c)Rs 915 crore
- (d)Rs 1,200 crore
Show answer
Answer: (c) Rs 915 crore — The note states India is supplying 19 LHB broad-gauge passenger coaches under a Rs 915 crore deal.
For Mains
Q. Examine how railway connectivity serves as a tool for regional integration and economic cooperation in the context of India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Security-Connectivity Trade-off: Balancing cross-border security concerns with the necessity of seamless regional transit
- Infrastructure Synergy: Leveraging trans-border rail projects to enhance trade corridors and reduce logistics costs
- Regional Integration: Using rail connectivity to foster economic interdependence and people-to-people ties
Keywords: Regional Integration · Connectivity · Trans-border Trade · Logistics Infrastructure · Neighbourhood First
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