India, Jan. 29 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
The Ministry of Railways has sanctioned the construction of a fourth railway line between Baikunth and Urkura, covering a length of 26.40 kilometres, at an estimated cost of Rs.426.01 crore, under the South East Central Railway.
The Baikunth-Urkura section is a vital part of the Bilaspur-Raipur-Nagpur main line, which also falls on the Mumbai-Howrah high-density railway network, one of the busiest rail corridors in the country. At present, this section is operating with saturated capacity, underscoring the urgent need for capacity expansion.
The sanctioned fourth line will significantly ease congestion and enhance the smooth movement of trains. The project will create capaci...