The Indian Railways has finished the preliminary survey for a new 155-kilometer-long rail line connecting Charkhi Dadri to Kanina and Neemrana. This project is estimated to cost more than 4000 crore and is expected to boost economic growth in South Haryana and North-Eastern Rajasthan. MP Dharambir Singh met Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently to discuss the project, leading to the completion of this feasibility study.
Which stations and junctions are part of the new route?
The proposed track will connect several key areas across two states. Charkhi Dadri railway station will be developed into a major junction to support this expansion. The project includes several new stations and halts to ensure better connectivity for rural areas.
- Major Junctions: Charkhi Dadri, Kanina Khas, and Kathuwas.
- Crossing Stations: Neemrana and Tatarpur.
- New Stations in Haryana: Ramnagar, Modi, Chidiya, Baghot, Rambass, Gomla, and Nangal Jamalpur.
- New Stations in Rajasthan: Mandhan, Nayagaon, Jat Behror, Ulheri, Ranoth, and Jindoli.
How will this rail line impact the local economy and industry?
This rail link is designed to support the massive industrial base in Neemrana and the logistics hub at Kathuwas. It will provide a major boost to the Japanese Industrial Zone, which houses over 500 companies. The connectivity will also help the new electric bus manufacturing unit coming up in Rajasthan.
| Benefit Type | Impact Details |
|---|---|
| Logistics Cost | Expected to reduce by nearly 50% for industries |
| Travel Time | Likely reduction of up to 35 hours for freight movement |
| Logistics Hub | Direct link to Concor Multi-Modal Logistic Park at Kathuwas |
| Beneficiaries | Farmers, traders, and commuters from the Ahirwal region |
The Detailed Project Report (DPR) will now be prepared and submitted to the Railway Board for final approval. Local representatives are pushing for quick implementation to start construction work on the ground soon.