Hon’ble Minister of State for Railways & Jal Shakti, Shri V. Somanna, laid the foundation stone for a new Road Under Bridge (RUB) at Kallipalya Gate in Gubbi, Karnataka on June 1, 2026. This project is designed to improve road safety and ensure that traffic moves without any interruptions. The event was part of a larger program organized by Southwestern Railway at Channarayapatna railway station.
What are the benefits of the Kallipalya Gate RUB project?
Shri V. Somanna stated that this new bridge will make transportation more convenient for the local public. By removing the level crossing, the project will enhance connectivity and reduce the risk of accidents. It will allow vehicles to move seamlessly under the railway tracks without waiting for trains to pass.
How is Indian Railways removing level crossing gates?
The Minister shared that the railway ministry has removed about 13,800 level crossing gates across India in the last 10 years by building underpasses or over bridges. In Karnataka, work is currently happening at more than 400 locations out of 707 total level crossings to make travel safer for everyone.
What are the major railway investments mentioned?
During the event, Shri V. Somanna highlighted the scale of national development in the railway sector. He mentioned that Prime Minister Modi has sanctioned railway projects worth Rs 2.94 lakh crore to modernize the network and improve infrastructure across the country.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
कल्लपल्या गेट प्रोजेक्ट का मुख्य उद्देश्य क्या है?
इसका मुख्य उद्देश्य सड़क सुरक्षा को बढ़ाना और यातायात को बिना किसी रुकावट के सुचारू बनाना है ताकि लोगों को ट्रेन के इंतजार में समय बर्बाद न करना पड़े।
कर्नाटक में कितने लेवल क्रॉसिंग पर काम चल रहा है?
कर्नाटक में कुल 707 लेवल क्रॉसिंग हैं, जिनमें से 400 से अधिक स्थानों पर अंडरपास या ओवरब्रिज बनाने का काम अभी जारी है।