In a landmark push for infrastructure and economic growth, Chhattisgarh is undergoing a ₹47,000 crore railway transformation, aimed at doubling its rail network and integrating remote regions into the national mainstream. Spearheaded by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai with strong backing from the Centre, the initiative is set to expand the state’s rail coverage from 1,100 km to 2,200 km by 2030, a feat unmatched in its 161-year rail history.
🚆 Key Highlights of the Rail Revamp
- Union Budget 2025–26 earmarked ₹6,925 crore for Chhattisgarh’s railway development
- Two new Vande Bharat Express trains launched: Raipur–Visakhapatnam and Raipur–Nagpur
- Metro rail surveys in Raipur have reached advanced stages
🛤️ Major Ongoing Projects
| Project Name | Length (km) | Investment (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilaspur–Jharsuguda 4th Line | 206 | 2,135 |
| Kharsia–Dharamjaigarh New Line | 162.5 | 3,438 |
| Raoghat–Jagdalpur (Bastar region) | 140 | 3,513 |
| Katghora–Dongargarh Corridor | — | 300 (state-funded) |
These projects aim to enhance freight movement, connect tribal districts like Sukma, Dantewada, and Bijapur, and counter Maoist influence through improved mobility.
🏢 Station Modernization Under Amrit Bharat Scheme
- 32 stations being upgraded with modern amenities at a cost of ₹1,680 crore
- Major revamps: Raipur (₹463 Cr), Bilaspur (₹435 Cr), Durg (₹456 Cr)
- PM Modi recently inaugurated redeveloped stations at Ambikapur, Bhilai, Bhanupratappur, Dongargarh, and Urkura
📌 Why It Matters
- Positions Chhattisgarh as a logistics and industrial hub in central India
- Enhances regional trade, tourism, and employment
- Aligns with India’s vision of inclusive infrastructure growth
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