New Delhi, May 28 -- The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given the green light to two major railway projects in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.

The projects involve setting up additional lines between Ratlam-Nagda and Wardha-Balharshah, aiming to enhance connectivity and facilitate seamless transportation of passengers and goods.

The estimated cost of the project is Rs 3,399 crore, with an expected completion date of 2029-30.

The projects will span across 176 km, covering four districts in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, and enhancing connectivity to approximately 784 villages with a population of 19.74 lakh.

"The projects are the result of the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan for mul...