Jharsuguda, Sep 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched a series of railway projects worth more than ₹1,700 crore, marking a significant stride in enhancing Odisha’s infrastructure and connectivity.
These projects aim to improve passenger convenience, strengthen freight operations, and stimulate economic activity across the region.
At the ceremony, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for
* Rail Flyover between Sambalpur City and Sarla (₹273 crore): This project will remove congestion at Sarla station and ensure uninterrupted movement of trains on the busy Sambalpur–Jharsuguda line, a crucial corridor for coal, mineral, and industrial freight. The initiative will greatly benefit the people of Sambalpur and adjoining areas.
The Prime Minister also dedicated the following projects to the nation:
* Doubling of the Koraput–Baiguda Rail Line (34 km, ₹481 crore): This development will streamline train operations, facilitate the movement of minerals and agricultural produce, and contribute to industrial growth in the resource-rich Koraput region.
* Doubling of the Manabar–Koraput–Gorapur Rail Line (82 km, ₹955 crore): A project of national importance, this will enable faster transport of iron ore from Bailadilla mines to steel plants across India. It will also boost both passenger and freight services in Koraput (Odisha) and Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) districts.
In addition, the Prime Minister flagged off the Amrit Bharat Express between Brahmapur and Udhna (Surat) from Jharsuguda via video link. The Amrit Bharat Express represents a new generation of trains designed with affordability, safety, and passenger comfort at its core.
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