The proposed 104-kilometer railway line between Meerut and Panipat is moving forward again. Northern Railway is preparing to issue tenders for the final and drone surveys of the project. This new line will connect Western Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, making travel easier for people in several districts.
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What is the current status of the Meerut-Panipat line
Himanshu Shekhar, PRO of Northern Railway, confirmed that the budget for the final survey is approved. The Railway Ministry started this process around June 20, 2026. Once the final survey is complete, a new Detailed Project Report (DPR) will be created. This report will need approval from the Railway Board, NITI Aayog, and the Central Government Cabinet before land acquisition begins.
Key details and route of the new railway line
The project aims to benefit around 300 villages across various constituencies. It will require approximately 473 hectares of land across Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Shamli, and Panipat. The project was initially estimated at ₹2200 crores in 2016, which later rose to ₹3540 crores in 2022.
| Proposed Station | District |
|---|---|
| Daurala, Sardhana, Mulheda | Meerut |
| Budhana, Jaula, Garhirajpur | Muzaffarnagar |
| Elam, Gangeru, Tittarwada | Shamli |
| Bapauli, Diwana, Panipat | Panipat |
Who are the key people and bodies involved
The Deputy Chief Engineer (Construction) of the Kashmiri Gate Division is tasked with the survey report. Local leaders including Dr. Sanjeev Baliyan, Rajendra Agarwal, and Pradeep Chaudhary have been pushing for this project to improve regional trade and passenger movement. According to the India Investment Grid, the project is projected for completion by March 31, 2030.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the total length and cost of the Meerut-Panipat line?
The line will be 104 kilometers long. While the 2022 estimate was ₹3540 crores, the cost may change after the new DPR is prepared.
Which stations are planned for this route?
A total of 10 stations are proposed, including Daurala, Budhana, Elam, and Diwana, with some being developed as junction stations.