Southern Railway approves three new rail line projects
Southern Railway has received approval for three major rail line expansion projects worth Rs 2,576 crore to boost suburban and regional connectivity.
The Railway Board has sanctioned Rs 2,576 crore for three new rail line projects in Southern Railway, aiming to alleviate congestion on busy routes. This includes a fourth line between Tambaram and Chengalpattu, costing Rs 713 crore.
Other projects include new double-line infrastructure on the Arakkonam-Chengalpattu and Erode-Karur sections. Officials stated that once these projects are completed, the capacity for operating additional trains will significantly increase.
Courtesy: Hindu Tamil Thisai