New Delhi, March 11 -- The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved two railway infrastructure projects worth around Rs.4,474 crore aimed at expanding line capacity and improving connectivity in eastern India.

The projects include the construction of a fourth railway line between Sainthia and Pakur, and between Santragachi and Kharagpur.

According to a government statement, the increased line capacity is expected to significantly enhance mobility, improve operational efficiency and strengthen service reliability of Indian Railways. The multi-tracking proposals are also expected to streamline operations and reduce congestion on busy routes.

"These projects will provide se...