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CM Sai inaugurates Tadoki‑Rowghat and Abhanpur‑Kurud railway lines in Chhattisgarh
✍️ Swarajya
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 09:16 PM
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Chief Minister Sai officially launched the Tadoki‑Rowghat and Abhanpur‑Kurud railway sections today, marking a new phase in Chhattisgarh's rail infrastructure development.
Chief Minister Sai presided over the inauguration ceremony of two new railway sections – Tadoki‑Rowghat and Abhanpur‑Kurud – in Chhattisgarh today. The event, covered by local media, highlighted the state government's focus on expanding rail connectivity in remote and industrial regions.
The Tadoki‑Rowghat line is expected to link mineral‑rich areas with major freight corridors, while the Abhanpur‑Kurud stretch will improve passenger access between the capital region and surrounding districts. Both projects are part of the state’s broader plan to boost economic activity and reduce travel time for commuters.
State officials said the new lines will be integrated into the existing network operated by Indian Railways, facilitating smoother movement of goods and people. The inauguration also included a symbolic flag‑hoisting and a brief address by the chief minister, who emphasized the role of rail infrastructure in regional development.
Construction of the two sections has been ongoing for several months, involving coordination between the state government and the Ministry of Railways. No further details on project timelines or future extensions were announced at the ceremony.
The Tadoki‑Rowghat line is expected to link mineral‑rich areas with major freight corridors, while the Abhanpur‑Kurud stretch will improve passenger access between the capital region and surrounding districts. Both projects are part of the state’s broader plan to boost economic activity and reduce travel time for commuters.
State officials said the new lines will be integrated into the existing network operated by Indian Railways, facilitating smoother movement of goods and people. The inauguration also included a symbolic flag‑hoisting and a brief address by the chief minister, who emphasized the role of rail infrastructure in regional development.
Construction of the two sections has been ongoing for several months, involving coordination between the state government and the Ministry of Railways. No further details on project timelines or future extensions were announced at the ceremony.