Rail connectivity in Gujarat is set to expand significantly with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to the state on March 31. Projects worth Rs 891 crore, aimed at enhancing connectivity and improving passenger transport facilities, will be inaugurated by the Prime Minister. These projects, focusing on modernizing rail infrastructure, are expected to boost regional development in Gujarat.
The Prime Minister will virtually inaugurate the projects from Vav-Tharad, with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel in attendance. Among the major projects is a 55-km new railway line between Himmatnagar and Khedbrahma, constructed at a cost of Rs 482 crore. This new line is set to improve connectivity in the Sabarkantha district, facilitating faster and more affordable travel while linking Ahmedabad and Udaipur directly.
Additionally, PM Modi will inaugurate the Kanalus–Jamnagar doubling project covering 27 km, built at a cost of Rs 257 crore, and the Gandhidham–Adipur multi-tracking project spanning 11 km. These projects are expected to streamline train movement, enhance freight operations, and improve connectivity to key industrial hubs, including Deendayal Port. A new train service from Khedbrahma to Ahmedabad (Asarwa) via Himmatnagar will also be flagged off during the event, aiming to make travel faster and more convenient for citizens in the region.
Officials emphasized that these initiatives align with the Prime Minister’s vision of modernizing Indian Railways and ensuring efficiency. By enriching the travel experience and promoting inclusive development, these projects are anticipated to strengthen the Indian economy.
