Rajasthan Rail Revolution: ₹33,572 Crore for 22 Mega Projects
Rajasthan is transforming its rail network with 22 major projects worth ₹33,572 crore, including doubling and electrification in Bikaner and Ajmer.
Rajasthan's railway landscape is undergoing a massive overhaul. To enhance connectivity and speed up industrial cargo movement, the state is executing 22 major infrastructure projects with a staggering total investment of over ₹33,572 crore. This strategic move aims to reduce congestion and modernize the rail network across the state.
Major Rail Projects Driving Growth
Several high-priority projects are currently in different stages of development to strengthen the regional network:
- Bikaner-Merta Road-Jodhpur Line: For the 173-kilometer doubling project, authorities have sanctioned ₹1,533 crore. Following successful surveys and gazette notifications, the project has now entered the crucial land acquisition and tendering phase.
- Ajmer-Chittorgarh-Udaipur Connectivity: The Ajmer-Chanderiya and Umra-Debari sections are being upgraded through doubling and electrification. This segment, involving an investment of more than ₹2,305 crore, is expected to be completed by March 31, 2028.
- Sadulpur-Churu-Ratangarh Section: This section has already achieved significant milestones. The doubling, electrification, and installation of automatic signaling are complete, with the Churu-Sadulpur and Churu-Ratangarh lines successfully commissioned in July 2026.
- Mavli-Marwar Junction: Progress is nearing completion on the broad-gauge line, with the first phase from Nathdwara to Devgarh Madariya surpassing 95% completion.
Government Monitoring and Safety Measures
To ensure these long-pending initiatives maintain momentum, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma is actively reviewing the status of these central infrastructure projects. The state leadership is focused on ensuring that the timelines are met to provide maximum benefit to the public and industry.
On the safety front, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has confirmed that a joint investigation is underway regarding recent track damage reported in the Sri Ganganagar district. The investigation is specifically looking into the Anupgarh-Suratgarh line to address the issue promptly.