Himachal has initiated work on the strategic Bhanupali-Bilaspur-Beri railway line. It has begun the process to acquire land in 10 villages of Bilaspur district.
The rail line is considered important strategically for defence purposes as it will be a gateway to international borders, connecting the state to Leh with a broad gauge line. The railway line will go up to Leh via Bilaspur and Kullu-Manali. It will pass through seven tunnels. Besides serving strategic needs, it will give a fillip to industry and tourism, especially in the interior areas of Himachal Pradesh.
