CCEA greenlights Rs 1,264 crore project for Ballari-Guntakal railway expansion
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Why in news
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved a Rs 1,264 crore project to expand the Ballari-Guntakal railway section to enhance freight capacity and reduce carbon emissions.
Background
The project involves constructing third and fourth railway lines over a 46 km stretch connecting Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. It includes a 762-metre bridge over the Vedavathi River and aims to add an annual freight capacity of 16.22 million tonnes.
Facts for Prelims
- FactProject cost approved by CCEA: Rs 1,264 crore
- PlaceBallari-Guntakal section connects Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
- FactExpected annual freight capacity increase: 16.22 million tonnes
- FactEstimated CO2 savings: 6.67 crore kg per year
- FactProject completion timeline: Within three years from July 2026
For Mains
Q. Discuss how expanding railway infrastructure in industrial corridors contributes to India's goal of achieving net-zero emissions while boosting freight logistics.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistics efficiency: Reducing transit times and costs for bulk freight movement between southern states
- Decarbonization synergy: Balancing industrial growth with environmental targets through rail-based freight modal shift
- Inter-state connectivity: Strengthening regional economic integration through multi-modal transport infrastructure
Keywords: Logistics efficiency · Decarbonization · Modal shift · Infrastructure development · Freight capacity
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