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Major Expansion of Rail and Freight Infrastructure as New East-West Corridor Notified
This report covers National Highways, Land Acquisition, and Railway projects from May 18, 2026, to May 25, 2026. Key findings include the notification of a new Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) connecting West Bengal to Gujarat and the approval of railway doubling and third-line projects worth over ₹1,950 Crore.
Key Statistics
| ₹1,955 Crore | 133.18 KM | 51,000+ |
|---|---|---|
| Combined investment for Arakkonam and Kiul-Jhajha rail projects | Total length of newly declared Special Railway Projects in Bihar | Appointment letters distributed under Rozgar Mela for infrastructure roles |
Weekly Executive Summary
- The Ministry of Railways officially notified the development of a new Dedicated Freight Corridor connecting Dankuni (West Bengal) to Surat (Gujarat), spanning several industrial states.
- Significant capital expenditure was approved for high-density rail routes, including the Arakkonam-Chengalpattu doubling and the Kiul-Jhajha third-line projects to reduce suburban and freight congestion.
- The DPIIT introduced the BHAVYA scheme guidelines to integrate industrial pa…
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