New Delhi, Feb. 24 -- The Union Cabinet has approved infrastructure projects worth nearly Rs 13 lakh crore since June 2024, covering railways, highways, metro connectivity, airports, ports and ropeways.

According to official data, 49 railway projects Rs 1,80,164 crore have been cleared during this period. In the road sector, 27 highway projects worth Rs 2,39,748 crore have been approved. Urban transport has also received a boost, with 10 metro projects sanctioned at a cost of Rs 1,31,237 crore.

The BJP-led Narendra Modi government took office in 2024 in its third successive term.

In aviation and maritime infrastructure, the Cabinet has approved five new airports with a total investment of Rs 9,006 crore. Additionally, one major port pr...