CCEA Approves ₹3,399 Crore for Two Multi-Tracking Railway Projects under PM Gati Shakti Plan
In a move aimed at strengthening the country’s rail infrastructure and bolstering multi-modal transportation, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 28, 2025, approved two key multi-tracking railway projects. These projects are part of the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan, designed to promote integrated and seamless connectivity across India.
The two approved projects include:
With a total estimated cost of ₹3,399 crore, both projects are expected to be completed by 2029–30.
These multi-tracking projects span across four districts in the states of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, expanding the existing railway network by approximately 176 km.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasized that these projects will ease traffic congestion, unlock infrastructure growth, and remove bottlenecks in key industrial and logistics zones.
The newly approved multi-tracking projects will significantly increase freight capacity, accommodating an additional 18.40 million tonnes per annum (MTPA).
The upgraded routes are essential for transporting key commodities such as:
These enhancements are expected to optimize logistics and supply chains, leading to accelerated economic growth and reduced cost of transportation.
The projects are also aligned with India’s broader climate goals and sustainability commitments.
The railways, being a cleaner and energy-efficient mode of transport compared to road, will play a significant role in minimizing logistics costs and improving India’s carbon footprint.
These projects are expected to generate direct employment equivalent to 74 lakh human-days during the construction phase.
During the Modi government’s third term, projects worth more than ₹4.5 lakh crore have been sanctioned in the transport and infrastructure sector, underlining the administration’s focus on nation-building through integrated planning.
These multi-tracking efforts reflect the strategic objectives of the PM Gati Shakti Master Plan, including:
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