New Delhi, Dec. 25 -- In order to strengthen the rail infrastructure and smooth rail operations, the Indian Railways on Thursday sanctioned Rs 850 crore for the track renewal works in Rajasthan.

Indian Railways has sanctioned track renewal works on two strategic rail sections in Rajasthan, which are vital for passenger services, tourism and regional connectivity.

The release stated that the first section is Rai Ka Bagh-Phalodi-Jaisalmer, with a total length of 291.126 km, and the second section is Lalgarh-Kolayat-Phalodi, about 73.742 km long.

The renewal works will use modern 60 kg rails and 60 kg PSC sleepers in order to improve track strength and durability.

Spending on these two vital sections of routes, the operational efficiency...