Union Cabinet Approves Rs 12,328 Crore in Railway Projects Across India

In a significant move, the Union Cabinet on August 27, 2025, has approved a series of railway projects worth a total of Rs 12,328 crore. This includes the construction of a new rail line in Kutch, Gujarat, as well as the expansion of three other key railway routes across the states of Karnataka, Telangana, Bihar, and Assam.

The new railway line in Kutch will connect the towns of Deshalpar, Hajipir, Luna, Vayor, and Lakhpat, providing crucial connectivity to the Rann of Kutch region. This project, estimated to cost Rs 2,526 crore, is expected to be completed within three years and will facilitate the transportation of essential commodities such as salt, cement, coal, clinker, and bentonite.

Additionally, the Cabinet has approved multi-tracking projects on the Secunderabad-Wadi, Bhagalpur-Jamalpur, and Furkating-New Tinsukia routes. These expansions aim to improve transportation and connectivity across several states, enhancing the overall efficiency of the railway network.

The approval of these projects by the Union Cabinet underscores the government's commitment to strengthening India's infrastructure and improving the country's transportation capabilities.