Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved 3 multitracking projects covering 14 districts across the states of West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. The Projects will increase the existing network of Indian Railways by about 656 Kms. The total estimated cost of the projects is Rs 10,783 crores and planned to be completed by 2029-30. The proposed multi-tracking projects will enhance connectivity to approx. 4,790 villages, which are having a population of about 56 lakhs. The increased line capacity will significantly enhance mobility, resulting in improved operational efficiency and service reliability for Indian Railways. These multi-tracking proposals are poised to streamline operations and alleviate congestion. These projects include: Kharagpur – Jharsuguda (Bagdehi) 4th Line, Katni – Pendra Road 4th Line and Bilaspur (Uslapur) – Pendra Road 3rd Line. The proposed capacity enhancement will improve rail connectivity to several prominent tourist destinations across the country, including Taratarini Temple, Shri Khetra Jagannath Temple (Ancient temple near Jharsuguda), Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, Virateshwar Temple, Amarkantak Temple, Jwaleshwar Dham, Achanakmar Tiger Reserve, Khutaghat Dam, Malhar Archaeological Site, Ratanpur Mahamaya Temple, etc. Post navigation Odisha Railway Project: ଓଡ଼ିଶା ପାଇଁ ବଡ଼ ଭେଟି; ଖଡ଼ଗପୁର-ଝାରସୁଗୁଡ଼ା ମଧ୍ୟରେ ନିର୍ମାଣ ହେବ ୪ର୍ଥ ରେଳ ଲାଇନ
