Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday announced the Union Cabinet's approval

Why in news

The Union Cabinet approved major railway multi-tracking projects and a four-lane highway expansion in Bihar to boost logistics and regional connectivity.

Background

The Cabinet approved multi-tracking projects in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal at a cost of Rs 9,450 crore. Additionally, the Muzaffarpur-Sitamarhi-Sonbarsa section of NH-22 in Bihar will be upgraded at an estimated cost of Rs 3,590.73 crore.

Facts for Prelims

• FactTotal cost of railway multi-tracking projects: Rs 9,450 crore
• PlaceNH-22 upgrade covers Muzaffarpur-Sitamarhi-Sonbarsa section in Bihar
• FactCost of NH-22 upgradation: Rs 3,590.73 crore
• PlaceRailway projects approved for Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal

For Mains

Q. Discuss how the expansion of multi-modal transport infrastructure contributes to the 'Gati Shakti' vision of enhancing logistics efficiency in India.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• reduction in logistics costs
• regional economic integration
• last-mile connectivity
• tourism promotion

Keywords: logistics efficiency · multi-modal connectivity · infrastructure development · regional integration

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