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Govt sanctions 38 railway projects in Maharashtra
The Sunday Guardian
|December 21, 2025
The government has sanctioned 38 projects for new lines, gauge conversion, and doubling of tracks covering 5,098 kilometres at a total cost of Rs 89,780 crore in Maharashtra.
According to the Ministry of Railways, these projects focus on expanding the rail network and increasing the number of trains the state can handle. The total plan includes 11 new railway lines, two gauge conversions, and 25 doubling or multi-tracking projects to improve travel across the region. According to the Ministry, the funds allocated to these projects have grown significantly over the years. Between 2009 and 2014, the average spending was Rs 1,171 crore per year. For the 2025-26 period, the budget allocation reaches Rs 23,778 crore, which is “more than 20 times” the previous amount. This increase in funding allows the railway department to complete tracks at a much faster rate. The average speed
This story is from the December 21, 2025 edition of The Sunday Guardian.
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