Bhubaneswar, Sept. 24 -- Odisha has been contributing significantly in expanding the railway network by expediting land acquisition, ensuring timely clearances, and co-financing key projects, said a senior official.
In a step towards strengthening Odisha's role in India's railway network, Additional Chief Secretary Anu Garg chaired a high-level review meeting on railway infrastructure and ongoing projects yesterday. Among the most significant initiatives is the 32 km Puri-Konark new line sanctioned for Rs 492.12 crore.
Designed to connect the UNESCO heritage sites of Shri Jagannath Temple and Sun Temple, the corridor will include four stations, key bridges, and facilities for special events. Expected to generate 11 lakh man-days, the proj...