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Centre approves 8 big railway projects covering 14 districts in 7 states

DNA Friday, 9 August 2024
The new line proposals will provide direct connectivity and improve mobility, providing enhanced efficiency and service reliability for the Indian Railways, Vaishnaw said in a press briefing.
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