Odisha readies Rs 84-bn railway proposals for Union Budget
RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL

Odisha readies Rs 84-bn railway proposals for Union Budget

Amid a political slugfest over new railway lines and divisions ahead of the Padampur by-election, the Odisha government has readied proposals of around Rs 84 billion for improvement of the railway infrastructure in the state, which will be sent to the Centre for making provisions in 2023-24 Budget.

The proposals include ongoing projects, sanctioning of new lines, station modernisation, introduction of new trains, extension of existing trains, improved passenger amenities at stations and on-board services.

The state government has prepared a proposal seeking provision of Rs 1 billion in the railway budget for the 142 km Nuapada Road-Bargarh Road via Padampur line that has heated up the political climate, with the Centre and the state blaming each other for the delay in execution of the project.

The much-awaited 2890-km Khurda Road-Balangir broad gauge rail link project has assumed prominence with a demand of Rs 12 billion, followed by Rs 8 billion for the 154-km Talcher-Bimlagarh line, Rs 3 billion for extension of the Nuapada-Gunupur new broad-gauge rail link up to Theruvalli (79 km), Rs 3 billion for the 130-km Jeypore-Malkangiri new line, Rs 2 billion for the 250-km Gopalpur-Rairakhol new line and Rs 1.50 billion for the 38-km Nabarangpur-Jeypore new line.

An official said Odisha generates annual freight revenue of about Rs 200 billion for Indian Railways. But the rail density in the state at 18 is much lower than the national average of 21 and that of the neighbouring states of West Bengal (48) and Jharkhand (33).

See also:
Noida Metro Rail Corporation appoints Anand Vardhan as ED
Kanpur Metro: India’s fastest elevated metro


Amid a political slugfest over new railway lines and divisions ahead of the Padampur by-election, the Odisha government has readied proposals of around Rs 84 billion for improvement of the railway infrastructure in the state, which will be sent to the Centre for making provisions in 2023-24 Budget. The proposals include ongoing projects, sanctioning of new lines, station modernisation, introduction of new trains, extension of existing trains, improved passenger amenities at stations and on-board services. The state government has prepared a proposal seeking provision of Rs 1 billion in the railway budget for the 142 km Nuapada Road-Bargarh Road via Padampur line that has heated up the political climate, with the Centre and the state blaming each other for the delay in execution of the project. The much-awaited 2890-km Khurda Road-Balangir broad gauge rail link project has assumed prominence with a demand of Rs 12 billion, followed by Rs 8 billion for the 154-km Talcher-Bimlagarh line, Rs 3 billion for extension of the Nuapada-Gunupur new broad-gauge rail link up to Theruvalli (79 km), Rs 3 billion for the 130-km Jeypore-Malkangiri new line, Rs 2 billion for the 250-km Gopalpur-Rairakhol new line and Rs 1.50 billion for the 38-km Nabarangpur-Jeypore new line. An official said Odisha generates annual freight revenue of about Rs 200 billion for Indian Railways. But the rail density in the state at 18 is much lower than the national average of 21 and that of the neighbouring states of West Bengal (48) and Jharkhand (33). See also: Noida Metro Rail Corporation appoints Anand Vardhan as EDKanpur Metro: India’s fastest elevated metro

Next Story
Resources

Madhya Pradesh Champions Inclusive Tourism at Heritage Sites

On the occasion of World Heritage Day, Madhya Pradesh is taking a significant step toward inclusive tourism by making its historical sites accessible to all — especially persons with disabilities. The state is rolling out its ‘Accessibility Infrastructure and Development’ project at Maheshwar, Mandu, Dhar, and Orchha, aiming to create a more welcoming experience at these iconic cultural destinations.The initiative, under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav and Tourism Minister Shri Dharmendra Bhav Singh Lodhi, includes infrastructure upgrades such as ramps, Braille signage, w..

Next Story
Resources

Runwal Realty Onboards Sonam Kapoor as Brand Ambassador

Real estate major Runwal has unveiled a refreshed identity as Runwal Realty, signalling a renewed commitment to crafting spaces that stand the test of time. With this refresh, the brand unveils its new philosophy: “Building for Generations to Come” and welcomes Bollywood star and global fashion icon Sonam Kapoor as its brand ambassador. This evolved identity reflects Runwal Realty’s commitment to creating not just homes, but heirlooms—crafted through visionary design, meticulous planning, global design expertise and an unwavering focus on quality. With the customer at its core, each de..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Emerging Trends in Infrastructure and Transport 2025: KPMG

KPMG’s latest report, The Great Reset: Emerging Trends in Infrastructure and Transport 2025 edition, sheds light on the profound changes transforming the global infrastructure landscape. As industries adapt to the challenges posed by climate change, economic pressures, and technological advancements, the report identifies key trends and provides actionable insights for leaders in infrastructure and transport sectors. “In today’s interconnected world, the lack of standardized supply chain practices is not just an operational challenge—it’s an environmental and economic one. We’..

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?