India, April 4 -- The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved four projects of the Ministry of Railways with a total cost of Rs. 18,658 crore (approx.). The four projects cover 15 Districts in 3 States- Odisha, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh.

As per official sources, the Indian Railways plans to undertake four multi-tracking projects aimed at ensuring seamless and faster transportation of both passengers and goods. These initiatives will improve travel convenience, reduce logistic costs, decrease oil imports, and contribute to lower CO2 emissions, supporting sustainable and efficient rail operations.

Project Details The total estimated cost of the projects is Rs.18,658 crore and will b...