Assam Railway Expansion: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma meets Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to review projects

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in New Delhi on Saturday, May 30, 2026. The meeting focused on improving rail connectivity and speeding up infrastructure growth across the state. Both leaders discussed several ongoing projects to make travel easier for the people of Assam.

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What are the key railway projects under review in Assam?

The leaders reviewed the progress of major infrastructure works. The discussion focused on expanding the railway network and improving facilities for passengers at stations. The following key targets were discussed:

• Expansion of over 1,300 kilometers of railway tracks.
• Redevelopment of more than 50 railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
• Acceleration of pending railway expansion works across the state.

What were the previous agreements for Assam’s rail network?

During a previous meeting on November 2, 2025, several important proposals were discussed and agreed upon to boost connectivity. These include:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

अमृत भारत स्टेशन योजना के तहत असम में कितने स्टेशनों का विकास होगा?

अमृत भारत स्टेशन योजना के तहत असम के 50 से अधिक रेलवे स्टेशनों का पुनर्विकास किया जाएगा ताकि यात्री सुविधाओं में सुधार हो सके।

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