Chhattisgarh has received approval for final surveys and DPR construction for two new railway line projects. The first project involves expanding the railway line from Korba to Ambikapur, covering 180 kilometers, while the second project extends the line from Gadchiroli-Bijapur to Bacheli, spanning 490 kilometers. The approval was granted by the...
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Ministry of Railways, with a total estimated cost of 16.75 crores for both projects. The Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Vishnudev Say, expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the approval, stating that it will further strengthen the state's railway infrastructure and create numerous employment opportunities for the people of Bastar and Sarguja divisions.

Chhattisgarh will see improved rail connectivity with Maharashtra, Telangana, and Odisha through two new rail lines. The 670 km line between Korba-Ambikapur and Gadchiroli-Bacheli received approval for a final survey and DPR with an allocation of 16 crore rupees. The 180 km Korba-Ambikapur line and the 490 km Gadchiroli-Bacheli line...
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will enhance transport and freight movement, especially in the northern region of Chhattisgarh, including the energy hub Korba and Ambikapur. With 25 ongoing rail projects totaling 2,731 km and costing 37,018 crore rupees, Chhattisgarh is witnessing significant investments in its railway infrastructure. The central government's commitment to Chhattisgarh's rail development is evident in the allocated budget of 6,922 crore rupees, exceeding the previous average annual allocation by 22 times.

The Indian Railways has approved the final location survey for a new railway line connecting Korba to Ambikapur in Chhattisgarh. This line, part of the government's energy corridor, is designed to facilitate coal transportation from mines in Central and North Chhattisgarh. The 351-kilometer line, estimated to cost ₹4973 crore, will pass...
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through Ambikapur and connect to Renukut in Uttar Pradesh. The final location survey for the Ambikapur-Renukut section is already complete, and the Ministry of Railways has allocated ₹4.5 crore for the Korba-Ambikapur section. The new line will also benefit passenger transportation, potentially extending the reach of existing long-distance trains currently operating from Korba to destinations like Amritsar, Thiruvananthapuram, Visakhapatnam, and Bengaluru. The new railway line will enhance the transportation of coal and bauxite, contributing to the overall economic development of the region. Currently, over 20 active coal mines operate in the region, with more proposed in the future. The project has been welcomed as a significant step towards addressing the region's growing demand for better railway infrastructure and services.

The Indian Ministry of Railways has approved final surveys for two new railway lines: Korba to Ambikapur (180 km) in Chhattisgarh and Gadchiroli to Bacheli (490 km, via Bijapur) in Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh. The approval includes INR 16.75 crore for detailed project reports (DPRs) and surveys. The Korba-Ambikapur line aims to...
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connect key areas of Chhattisgarh, including the energy hub of Korba and the headquarters of Sarguja district, Ambikapur. The Gadchiroli-Bacheli line will connect remote areas of Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh, fostering socio-economic development and creating job opportunities. These projects are expected to boost passenger and freight transport, enhance connectivity, and contribute to the overall economic progress of the regions.

The Indian Ministry of Railways has approved final surveys for the construction of a new 180 km railway line connecting Korba and Ambikapur in Chhattisgarh. The project, which received INR 16.75 crore in funding, aims to improve connectivity between the energy city of Korba and the headquarter of Surguja district, Ambikapur....
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The new railway line is expected to boost passenger traffic, freight transportation, and economic development in the region, creating new jobs and opportunities. Final surveys for other railway lines, including Ambikapur-Renukut, Ambikapur-Barwadih, and Ambikapur-Vindhyamganj, are also underway.