Railway Expansion: Ghaziabad to Sitapur 3rd and 4th rail lines approved at ₹14,926 crore cost
The Central Cabinet has approved a major project to lay a third and fourth rail line between Ghaziabad and Sitapur. This 403 km project aims to reduce congestion on the busy Delhi-Guwahati route and improve train timings. The project is being implemented under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan to strengthen connectivity across Uttar Pradesh.
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What are the key details of the Ghaziabad-Sitapur project?
- Total Cost: Approximately ₹14,926 crore.
- Route Length: 403 km (Total track length of 859 km).
- Timeline: Expected completion within four years.
- Safety: The entire line will be equipped with the Kavach safety system.
- Coverage: It will pass through nine districts including Ghaziabad, Moradabad, Bareilly, and Lakhimpur Kheri.
How will this project benefit passengers and the region?
The project will significantly reduce delays for passengers and ease the pressure on roads. It will connect important religious sites like Naimisharanya and Haridwar, boosting tourism. For residents of Lakhimpur Kheri and Maigalganj, this means better rail connectivity and new business opportunities. The construction phase alone is expected to create about 274 lakh man-days of employment.
What new infrastructure will be built?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| New Stations | 6 modern stations including New Sitapur and New Bareilly |
| Mega Bridges | 5 Mega Bridges |
| Large Bridges | 52 Large Bridges |
| Under-bridges | 238 Road Under-bridges |
| Freight Growth | Annual increase of 36 million tonnes |