The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved three projects of the Railway Ministry entailing a cost of approximately ₹18,509 crore. These projects include the construction of third and fourth lines between Kasara-Manmad, Delhi-Ambala, and Ballari-Hosapete. These projects will provide seamless connectivity for the movement of people, goods and services. "The proposed multi-tracking projects will enhance connectivity to approximately 3,902 villages with a combined population of about 97 lakh," it said. The capacity augmentation works will result in additional freight traffic of 96 MTPA (million tonnes per annum)."

Source: The Hindu February 14, 2026 09:23 UTC