The 301-km rail project will link coastal and western Odisha, improve travel, support trade, and ensure wildlife protection through eco-friendly engineering. Bhubaneswar: Odisha is moving closer to a major upgrade in its rail infrastructure with the 301-km Khurda Road–Balangir New Railway Line, a long-awaited project that aims to connect coastal Odisha with its western districts….
East Coast Railway posts double-digit rise in freight loading and revenue, driven by efficient operations and industry partnerships Bhubaneswar : The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has recorded an impressive performance in both freight and passenger transportation during the first half (April–September) of the 2025–26 financial year, reflecting strong operational efficiency and rising demand across key…
New lines, station redevelopment, and multi-tracking projects reshape state’s connectivity Bhubaneswar: Odisha is witnessing railway development at a scale never seen before, with projects worth more than Rs 80,000 crore under implementation across the state. These projects cover new line construction, multi-tracking, electrification, station redevelopment, and major flyover initiatives. Together, they aim to transform rail…
Bhubaneswar: In a key move to enhance railway infrastructure in Odisha, the Ministry of Railways has approved the construction of a fourth railway line between Ranital Link Cabin and Bhadrak station, covering a 5.06 km stretch. The project will be developed at an estimated cost of ₹149.32 crore. This new line is strategically located on…
