MP: Sidhi Gets Rail Connectivity for First Time since Independence; CM Mohan Yadav and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Virtually Inaugurate Two Rail Sections
Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav and Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday virtually inaugurated the Satna–Devendranagar and Rewa–Churhat rail sections and flagged off the Devendranagar–Churhat train service. Dr. Yadav joined the programme from Sardarpur in Dhar district, while events were held at Nagod and Churhat railway stations.
Omkareshwar–Khandwa Rail Line to Be Inaugurated Soon
CM Dr. Yadav and Union Railway Minister Shri Vaishnaw Virtually Inaugurate Two Rail Sections
Sidhi Gets Rail Connectivity for First Time since Independence—Devendranagar–Churhat Train Service Flagged Off
Over ₹1.5 Lakh Crore in Railway Projects Underway in MP—100+ New Train Services Planned
Improved Rail Connectivity to Benefit Farmers, Students, Traders and the Public
CM Dr. Yadav described the new rail links as a major milestone for Vindhya and Bundelkhand, fulfilling a long-standing demand for better connectivity. He said railway projects worth around Rs 1.5 lakh crore were underway in Madhya Pradesh under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.
The Chief Minister said improved connectivity would help farmers transport produce to bigger markets, boost trade and logistics, and provide better travel options for students and other passengers. The links would improve access to Panna, Rewa, Sidhi, Singrauli and Satna and strengthen connectivity between Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. He also announced that the Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga–Khandwa rail line would be inaugurated soon.
A new lifeline for the region: Vaishnaw
Ashwini Vaishnaw called the project a new lifeline for the region, saying it would promote industrial activity, create opportunities for industrial corridors and improve access to healthcare and other essential services. He said railway infrastructure was being upgraded at stations across the state, including Khajuraho and Gwalior. More than 100 long- and short-distance train services, including MEMU trains, are planned in the coming years.
The Union Minister added that a grand railway station was being developed at Khajuraho, while the redeveloped Gwalior station would offer airport-like grandeur and facilities.
Deputy CM Rajendra Shukla, Minister of State for Urban Development and Housing Pratima Bagri, MPs Ganesh Singh, Janardan Mishra, Vishnu Dutt Sharma and Dr. Rajesh Mishra, railway officials and other dignitaries attended the events.