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Modi's Major Infrastructure Boost for South India

CosmicTaco · 2025-04-10T11:23:23.549527+05:30

- The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the doubling of the Tirupati-Pakala-Katpadi railway line, enhancing connectivity and freight capacity in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. - The project, costing Rs 1,332 crore, will facilitate the transport of commodities like coal, farm produce, and cement. - The six-lane Zirakpur bypass project aims to improve connectivity to Himachal Pradesh and the national capital region, easing congestion in Zirakpur and surrounding areas. - The Modernisation of Command Area Development and Water Management (M-CADWM) scheme will boost micro-irrigation, water use efficiency, and farmer incomes. - Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu praised the railway line project for its potential to connect sacred landmarks and enhance the agricultural and industrial economy in Andhra Pradesh. Source: [Outlook](https://www.outlookindia.com/national/cabinet-decision-on-two-transport-infra-projects-will-improve-connectivity-says-pm-modi), [The Hindu](https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/cm-naidu-thanks-centre-for-approving-tirupati-katpadi-railway-line-doubling-project/article69432366.ece)

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the doubling of the Tirupati-Pakala-Katpadi railway line, enhancing connectivity and freight capacity in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
The project, costing Rs 1,332 crore, will facilitate the transport of commodities like coal, farm produce, and cement.
The six-lane Zirakpur bypass project aims to improve connectivity to Himachal Pradesh and the national capital region, easing congestion in Zirakpur and surrounding areas.
The Modernisation of Command Area Development and Water Management (M-CADWM) scheme will boost micro-irrigation, water use efficiency, and farmer incomes.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu praised the railway line project for its potential to connect sacred landmarks and enhance the agricultural and industrial economy in Andhra Pradesh.

Source: Outlook, The Hindu