India-Bhutan Railway Link to Boost Regional Connectivity
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India-Bhutan Railway Link to Boost Regional Connectivity

Indian Railways has proposed a new cross-border railway line connecting Kokrajhar in Assam to Gelephu in Bhutan, marking a significant step toward strengthening regional connectivity. Announced by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at the Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit on February 25, 2025, the project aligns with India’s Act East and Neighborhood First policies. 

The 69.04 km railway line, estimated to cost Rs 35 billion, will establish Bhutan’s first-ever railway link and feature six new stations: Balajan, Garubhasa, Runikhata, Shantipur, Dadgiri, and Gelephu. This project aims to boost trade, tourism, and cultural exchange while positioning Bodoland as a vital trade and transit hub. 

According to NFR CPRO KK Sharma, the Final Location Survey (FLS) is complete, and the Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been submitted for approval. The infrastructure will include two key bridges, 29 major bridges, 65 minor bridges, one Road Over Bridge, 39 Road Under Bridges, and two viaducts spanning 11 meters. 

Once operational, the Assam-Bhutan railway corridor is expected to drive economic growth, enhance transport efficiency, and strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations. 

(The statesman)   

Indian Railways has proposed a new cross-border railway line connecting Kokrajhar in Assam to Gelephu in Bhutan, marking a significant step toward strengthening regional connectivity. Announced by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at the Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit on February 25, 2025, the project aligns with India’s Act East and Neighborhood First policies. The 69.04 km railway line, estimated to cost Rs 35 billion, will establish Bhutan’s first-ever railway link and feature six new stations: Balajan, Garubhasa, Runikhata, Shantipur, Dadgiri, and Gelephu. This project aims to boost trade, tourism, and cultural exchange while positioning Bodoland as a vital trade and transit hub. According to NFR CPRO KK Sharma, the Final Location Survey (FLS) is complete, and the Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been submitted for approval. The infrastructure will include two key bridges, 29 major bridges, 65 minor bridges, one Road Over Bridge, 39 Road Under Bridges, and two viaducts spanning 11 meters. Once operational, the Assam-Bhutan railway corridor is expected to drive economic growth, enhance transport efficiency, and strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations. (The statesman)   

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