Pachora-Jamner-Bodwad Railway: Land Acquisition Speeds Up!
Land acquisition for the 84km Pachora-Jamner-Bodwad broad gauge line accelerates, promising better connectivity for the Khandesh region.
The dream of a seamless 84-kilometer broad gauge connection between Pachora, Jamner, and Bodwad is rapidly approaching reality. With land acquisition processes significantly accelerating, the project is moving into a high-gear phase that promises to transform rail travel in the Khandesh region.
Major Breakthrough in Land Acquisition
In a significant move to clear major hurdles, officials have issued an official notification for the acquisition of 17.23 hectares of land. This acquisition spans 30 different survey lots located in Sonoti village within the Bodwad tehsil.
The momentum is not limited to Sonoti alone. Authorities are also actively advancing land acquisition plans for Moygaon and Salsinghi in the Jamner tehsil, ensuring the project footprint is secured across the necessary route to maintain progress.
A Strategic Bypass for Indian Railways
This project is far more than a simple track extension; it is a strategic upgrade designed to optimize the regional rail network. The project scope includes:
- Converting the existing Pachora-Jamner narrow gauge route into a modern broad gauge line.
- Extending the line to provide direct connectivity to Bodwad.
- Creating a crucial bypass to alleviate heavy traffic pressure on the Bhusawal-Manmad route.
By providing this alternative route, the project will facilitate much smoother and more efficient rail movement for trains heading toward major destinations such as Nagpur and Howrah.
Massive Investment and Infrastructure Works
The scale of this ambitious undertaking is reflected in its significant financial backing. The Central Government has approved a substantial budget of approximately ₹955 crore for the entire project.
To ensure the vision is executed efficiently, a contract worth ₹568 crore has been awarded to Ashoka Buildcon. Their responsibilities involve critical civil engineering and infrastructure tasks, including:
- Construction of major bridges.
- Development of under-bridges.
- Comprehensive yard development to handle increased traffic capacity.