Cabinet approves three multi-tracking railway projects
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Why in news
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved three multi-tracking railway projects costing ₹18,509 crore to enhance mobility and logistics efficiency under the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan.
Background
The approved projects include third and fourth lines between Kasara-Manmad, Delhi-Ambala, and Ballari-Hosapete. The initiative will increase the railway network by 389 kilometers and connect approximately 3,902 villages.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTotal project cost approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs is ₹18,509 crore.
- FactThe projects will increase the railway network by 389 kilometers.
- FactThe projects are expected to generate an additional freight traffic of 96 MTPA.
- SchemePM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan focuses on multi-modal connectivity and logistics efficiency.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how multi-modal connectivity and infrastructure expansion under the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan can reduce logistics costs and contribute to India's climate goals.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistics efficiency: Reduction in freight costs through enhanced rail capacity and multi-tracking
- Environmental alignment: Lowering CO2 emissions by shifting freight from road to rail
- Rural connectivity: Integration of 3,902 villages into the national logistics network
Keywords: Multi-modal connectivity · Logistics efficiency · Freight traffic · PM-Gati Shakti · Infrastructure development
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