CCEA Approves Multitracking Projects Worth Rs 3399 Cr

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved two major railway multitracking projects worth ₹3,399 crore, aimed at expanding rail infrastructure across Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.

The decision, announced on Wednesday, marks a continued push under the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan to enhance multi-modal connectivity and optimise logistics across the country. The approved projects will add approximately 176 kilometres to the existing Indian Railways network and are expected to be completed by FY30. The new tracks will span four districts in the two states, improving passenger convenience while significantly boosting freight capacity. According to the official statement, the new rail lines will provide seamless access to nearly 784 villages, benefitting around two million people. These multitracking routes are considered critical for the transportation of coal, cement, clinker, gypsum, fly ash, petroleum products, agriculture goods and containers. The infrastructure expansion is expected to allow Indian Railways to carry an additional 18.4 million tonnes (MT) of freight annually. In FY25, the national transporter moved 1,617.38 MT of freight, marking a 1.68% increase over the previous year.

The new projects aim to further ease congestion on key freight routes and enhance operational efficiency. Officials highlighted that the improved capacity will reduce the overall logistics cost, lessen the dependency on fuel imports, and contribute to reduced carbon emissions—aligning with India’s sustainable development goals. The rail corridors are also expected to support the national economy by strengthening supply chains and cutting travel time for both goods and passengers. The projects are part of a broader effort to modernise and expand the rail network. In April this year, the CCEA approved four new rail projects worth ₹18,658 crore, adding 1,247 km to the railway system. Earlier, in FY24, 11 rail projects worth ₹32,584 crore had received cabinet clearance. For FY26, the Union Budget has maintained the capital expenditure for Indian Railways at ₹2.65 lakh crore, echoing the revised estimates for FY25. This sustained investment underscores the government’s commitment to making the railways a backbone of India’s transport and logistics infrastructure.

The latest approval marks another step towards a more efficient and eco-friendly railway network that supports India’s growing economic and environmental needs.

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CCEA Approves Multitracking Projects Worth Rs 3399 Cr