Bhubaneswar, February 3, 2025 ( Pratyusha Bureau ) : Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting and Electronics & Information Technology, today addressed a press conference, unveiling key highlights of the 2025 Rail Budget for Odisha, through Video Conferencing from New Delhi. Key Highlights from the Rail Budget 2025 for Odisha: 1.\tRecord Budgetary Allocation: o\t Rs. 10,599 crore has been allocated for railway development in Odisha, marking a 12.5-fold increase from the Rs. 838 crore allocated during the 2009-2014 period. 2.\tExpansion of the Railway Network: o\tBetween 2014-2025, 186 km of new tracks will be laid, 3.5 times more than the 53 km added during the previous period. 3.\tElectrification Progress: o\tOdisha’s electrification efforts have seen a 4.5-fold increase, with 138 km of electrified track during 2014-2025 compared to just 29 km in the previous term. 4.\tMassive Infrastructure Development: o\tOver 2,046 km of new tracks have been constructed since 2014, surpassing Malaysia\u2019s entire rail network in scale. o\tOdisha has also achieved 100% electrification with 1,516 km of track electrified. 5.\tOngoing Projects and Future Investments: o\tCurrently, 48 new track projects are underway, with a total of 4,784 km of tracks being developed and an investment of Rs. 73,723 crore. 6.\tDevelopment of Amrit Stations: o\tThe budget includes Rs. 2,379 crore for the development of 59 stations across Odisha, including key hubs like Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri, Sambalpur, and Rourkela. 7.\tSafety and Technology Enhancements: o\tThe Kavach safety system has been sanctioned for 1,898 km of rail line, with ongoing work and tendering for 645 km. A total of 1,000 locomotives will be integrated with the system to enhance safety. 8.\tPassenger Amenities and Infrastructure Upgrades: o\tSince 2014, 522 rail flyovers and under-bridges have been constructed. Additionally, 43 lifts, 18 escalators, and Wi-Fi have been installed at 234 stations. 9.\tVande Bharat Trains: o\tSix Vande Bharat trains now run across Odisha, connecting 17 districts and 25 unique stoppages, offering modern, high-speed travel for passengers. 10.\tAmrit Bharat Express: \u2022\tAn Amrit Bharat Express, running between Malda Town and Bengaluru, connects five states, enhancing regional connectivity. 11.Record Investment and Historical Development: \u2022\tOdisha has received over Rs. 10,000 crore annually for railway development over the past three years, contributing to a total investment of Rs. 78,000 crore in the state’s railway sector. Furthermore, an additional Rs. 20,000 crore worth of projects have been sanctioned during the current government\u2019s tenure. 12.\tMulti-Tracking Initiatives: \u2022\tThe multi-tracking project from Kolkata to Chennai is progressing rapidly, with significant work completed between Kolkata and Bhadrak. Third-line work is already underway, and the fourth line will be processed in the future. Shri Vaishnaw extended his gratitude to the Hon\u2019ble Prime Minister, Hon\u2019ble Finance Minister, and Hon\u2019ble Chief Minister of Odisha for their unwavering support to Odisha\u2019s railway development, emphasizing the importance of the “Double Engine Government” model for this massive transformation. The Rail Budget 2025 signals a new era for Odisha\u2019s railway infrastructure, bringing unmatched growth, modernization, and connectivity to the state. The ongoing projects and future investments will strengthen Odisha\u2019s position as a key player in India\u2019s railway network and contribute significantly to regional economic growth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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