Indian Railways Sanctions 237 Projects Worth Rs 1.9 Trn

25 Jul 2025 CW Team

The Indian Railways has sanctioned 237 projects (including 40 new lines, 17 gauge conversions, and 180 doubling schemes) totalling 9,703 km at an estimated Rs 1.90 trillion since FY23, Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told Parliament.

Additionally, 892 route surveys covering 61,462 km have been sanctioned during this period. The pace of track commissioning has increased, with 34,428 km added from 2014–2025, compared to 7,599 km from 2009–2014.

This acceleration is credited to the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, which has improved project coordination and reduced costs through better survey methods and route alignments.

Under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, 1,337 railway stations are being redeveloped with enhanced amenities and efficient operations. To improve passenger travel, modern trains like Vande Bharat, Amrit Bharat, and Namo Bharat Rapid Rail have also been introduced.

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