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Cabinet Approves Rs 23437 Crore Rail Expansion Adding 901 Km Across Six States
India
Published on 6 May 2026
901 km of new multi tracking is only the start
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved three multi-tracking projects for Indian Railways, investing Rs 23,437 crore to expand 901 km of track across six states and 19 districts. The upgrades are expected to cut congestion, raise freight capacity, strengthen connectivity to key tourist routes, and create jobs, with benefits projected by 2030-31.
- Rs 23,437 crore approved for multi-tracking across six states
- Railways will add 901 km to improve nationwide connectivity
- Projects target lower congestion and higher freight capacity
- Job creation and tourist access are part of the plan
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