Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for major railway projects in Jaipur, including the Luni-Samdari-Bhildi, Jaipur-Sawai Madhopur, and Ajmer-Chanderiya doubling projects. He also dedicated the electrification of the Bhildi-Samdari rail line. These projects aim to enhance freight movement, passenger convenience, operational punctuality, and environmental sustainability.
Foundation Stones Laid:
Luni-Samdari-Bhildi Doubling Project:
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- Length: 271.97 KM
- Cost: INR 3085.5 Crore
- Districts Covered in Rajasthan: Jodhpur, Barmer, Jalore
- Districts Covered in Gujarat: Banaskantha
- Benefits:
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- Enables seamless movement of double stack containers and passenger trains.
- Addresses demand for additional train services.
Jaipur-Sawai Madhopur Doubling Project:
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- Length: 131.27 KM
- Cost: INR 1203.89 Crore
- Districts Covered in Rajasthan: Jaipur, Tonk, Sawai Madhopur
- Benefits:
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- Enhances freight and passenger train operations.
- Improves punctuality of train services.
Ajmer-Chanderiya (Chittorgarh) Doubling Project:
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- Length: 178.20 KM
- Cost: INR 1634.79 Crore
- Districts Covered in Rajasthan: Ajmer, Beawar, Kekri, Shahpura, Bhilwara, Chittorgarh
- Benefits:
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- Boosts freight train movement efficiency.
- Increases capacity of the rail section.
Dedicated Electrification Projects:
Bhildi-Samdari-Luni-Jodhpur-Merta Road-Degana-Ratangarh Line Electrification:
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- Length: 604 RKM
- Cost: INR 602 Crore
- Districts Covered in Rajasthan: Balotra, Jalore, Sanchore, Jodhpur, Nagaur, Didwana-Kuchaman, Churu
- Districts Covered in Gujarat: Banaskantha
- Benefits:
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- Facilitates seamless freight train operations to key ports (Kandla & Mundra).
- Promotes greener, cost-effective rail transport.
- Increases sectional train speeds.
Conclusion:
These railway projects signal a major leap towards enhanced regional connectivity, freight movement, and passenger convenience while promoting sustainability. By addressing capacity constraints and operational efficiency, they will not only benefit Rajasthan and Gujarat but also contribute to the national economy through improved logistics and eco-friendly rail operations.
Source: PIB – Press Release | Image Credit (representational): MoR
