The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved 8 major railway multi-tracking projects under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan (NMP), with a total outlay of ₹20,804 crore.
It is to be noted that the initiative will expand the Indian Railways network by 1,196 km across 31 districts in 9 states to enhance regional rail connectivity and operational efficiency. The projects are scheduled for completion by FY30.