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India has electrified 99.2% of its massive railway network, transforming from just 24% in 2000 to become one of the world's most electric rail systems. The achievement puts India ahead of global leaders like China, Japan, and France in rail electrification.
India just announced a massive new freight railway connecting West Bengal to Gujarat, promising faster cargo movement and economic growth across six states. The Dankuni-Surat corridor will link major ports and reduce transportation costs for industries nationwide. ##
India just greenlit a new railway line that will slash delays and boost freight capacity by 14 million tonnes annually on one of the country's busiest corridors. The project promises faster travel between Howrah and Mumbai while supporting industrial growth.
India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train between Howrah and Kamakhya sold out within hours of tickets opening, with first-class waitlisted for a week. The 14-hour overnight service shows massive public enthusiasm for the country's expanding modern rail network.
A new weekly express train now connects India's Thanjavur Delta region directly to Kolkata and the gateway to Darjeeling for the first time. Thousands of migrant workers and tourists can now travel home or explore heritage sites without complicated transfers.