Sreedharan unveils ₹56,500 crore high-speed rail plan
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Why in news
E. Sreedharan unveiled the Kerala High Speed Rail (KHSR) plan, a ₹56,500 crore project aimed at reducing travel time between Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur.
Background
The KHSR project spans 445 km on elevated tracks and 20 km underground, connecting 20 stations including airports in Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kozhikode, and Kannur. It aims to complete construction within five years using solar power.
Facts for Prelims
- FactKHSR project estimated cost: ₹56,500 crore
- FactKHSR route length: 445 km elevated tracks and 20 km underground
- FactTarget travel time: 3 hours and 20 minutes between Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur
- FactAverage fare: ₹780 between Thiruvananthapuram and Kannur
- PlaceKHSR connects airports in Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Kozhikode, and Kannur
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of high-speed rail infrastructure in enhancing regional connectivity and economic integration in Kerala.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistical efficiency: Reducing transit time between major coastal hubs to boost trade
- Environmental sustainability: Integration of solar power and elevated tracks to minimize land footprint
Keywords: Regional Connectivity · Infrastructure Development · Sustainable Transport · Economic Integration
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