Background of the Project
The Bakhtiyarpur-Rajgir-Tilaiya route spans 104 kilometers and is a key corridor in Bihar. The doubling of this route is expected to improve train movement efficiency, reduce congestion, and facilitate faster travel for both passengers and freight services.
Official Notification
According to the official notification issued by the Ministry of Railways, under clause 37A of section 2 of the Railway (Amendment) Act 2008, the General Manager of East Central Railway has sanctioned this route as a Special Railway Project. This designation underscores the strategic importance of the project for regional connectivity and development.
Implications for Bihar
Declaring the Bakhtiyarpur-Rajgir-Tilaiya Doubling as a Special Railway Project will enable faster implementation, allocation of dedicated resources, and priority in project execution. It is expected to significantly benefit the people of Bihar by improving rail services and supporting economic growth through better transport infrastructure.
Administrative Approval
The project approval has been formally communicated by Ramashray Pandey, Chief Administrative Officer/Construction, East Central Railway, Patna. The notification emphasizes the commitment of ECR to modernize and expand railway infrastructure in the state.