Get ready for a smoother commute, Bengaluru! The central government has announced a massive project to improve the city’s transport system. Bengaluru is about to get a brand new circular rail network, built at an estimated cost of ₹23,000 crore.
Bengaluru To Get ₹23,000 Crore Circular Rail Network
This announcement comes courtesy of Union Minister of State for Railways and Jal Shakti, V. Somanna. He highlighted the city’s rapid development and the need for a robust transport system to keep pace. To address this, they have a blueprint ready for a dedicated circular railway network.
This new network won’t overlap with the suburban railway network currently under construction. Instead, it will be a separate 287-kilometre-long loop railway. The tracks will course through areas surrounding Bengaluru, including Vaddarahalli, Devanahalli, Malur, Hilalige, Hejjala, Solur, and Nidagunda.
Transportation Upgrade In The Works
Currently, a Detailed Project Report (DPR) is being prepared. This report will detail the specifics of the project, including the exact route and station locations. In an interview with Mathrubhumi English, it was stated by Minister Somanna that Bengaluru’s position as a major international city is reflected in this forward-thinking project.
The railway network is being built to ensure that Bengaluru has the infrastructure needed to maintain its place on the world stage. Talks have been held with the appropriate officials in Karnataka, and it is assured that major advantages will be brought to the state, similar to other regions.
The central government will shoulder the entire financial burden of approximately ₹23,000 crore. Their only request from the state government is assistance with land acquisition. Land acquisition isn’t expected to be a major hurdle. The minister explained that wherever existing railway tracks are present, the new tracks will be built alongside them. This minimises the need for entirely new land acquisition.
This project is designed with Bengaluru’s future growth in mind. With Bengaluru’s population booming – it’s already over 1.4 crore, not including nearby villages – this new railway network is being designed to handle the city’s growth for the next decade and a half.
With this ambitious project, Bengaluru is set for a major transportation upgrade. Buckle up for a more convenient and efficient travel experience in the years to come!
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