The central government on Wednesday approved the construction of Taranga Hill – Ambaji – Abu Road new rail line (116.65 Km) that will be constructed by the ministry of railways.
Keeping in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a New India, the Cabinet Committee of Economic Affairs announced the decision.
The new railway line will be made at an estimated cost of ₹2798.16 crore and will be completed by 2026-27.
The project will generate direct employment during construction for about 40 lakh man-days, the government said.