Underground rail link along 'Chicken's Neck' corridor will ensure secure route to Northeast: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
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Why in news
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced plans for an underground rail link along the 'Chicken's Neck' corridor to secure the Northeast's connectivity.
Background
The project involves laying underground railway tracks along a 40-km stretch of the 'Chicken's Neck' corridor in West Bengal. The initiative is supported by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to mitigate historical vulnerabilities in the region.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceChicken's Neck: A strategic corridor in West Bengal connecting the Northeast to the rest of India.
- FactThe proposed underground rail link covers a 40-km corridor.
- PostAshwini Vaishnaw: Union Minister of Railways.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the strategic importance of the 'Chicken's Neck' corridor in ensuring India's internal security and regional connectivity.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Geopolitical vulnerability: Addressing the narrow transit point's susceptibility to external and internal disruptions
- Logistical resilience: Enhancing multi-modal connectivity to the Northeast through specialized underground infrastructure
Keywords: Strategic corridor · Internal security · Connectivity · Infrastructure development · Geopolitical vulnerability
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