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PM’s Mizoram Visit
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 13 September virtually laid the foundation stone and inaugurated various development projects worth over nine thousand crore rupees at Aizawl, Mizoram. These projects are related to multiple sectors, including Railways, Roadways, Energy, and Sports, among others. Shri Modi inaugurated the Bairabi-Sairang New Rail line, worth over eight thousand crore rupees, connecting the capital of Mizoram to the Indian Railways network for the first time.
The direct rail connectivity between Mizoram and the rest of the country will offer the people of the region safe, efficient, and cost-effective travel options. Speaking on the occasion, Shri Modi said, Today is a historic day for the nation, particularly for the people of Mizoram. He said the Bairabi-Sairang railway line will revolutionise people’s lives in Mizoram. He highlighted that despite numerous challenges, including the difficult terrain, the Bairabi-Sairang Rail Line has now become a reality. Shri Modi said that for the first time, Sairang in Mizoram will be directly connected with Delhi by the Rajdhani Express. He said now the farmers and businesses of Mizoram will be able to reach more markets across the nation. The Prime Minister highlighted that this development will generate employment opportunities across many sectors.
Prime Minister Shri Modi also flagged off three new express trains, Sairang -Delhi Rajdhani Express, Sairang-Guwahati Express and Sairang-Kolkata Express on this occasion. Shri Modi also laid the foundation stone of the Chhimtuipui River Bridge on the Lawngtlai-Siaha Road. This will provide all-weather connectivity and reduce travel time by two hours.
With the inauguration of the over 51 Kilometre Bairabi- Sairang Railway line, Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram, has been connected with the Indian Railways network for the first time. The direct rail connectivity between Mizoram and the rest of the country will offer the people of the region safe, efficient, and cost-effective travel options. It will also ensure the timely and reliable supply of food grains, fertilisers, and other essential commodities, enhancing overall logistical efficiency and regional accessibility. With this project, Aizawl has become the fourth northeastern capital city after Guwahati, Agartala, and Itanagar to be connected with the Indian Railways network, opening avenues for trade, tourism and economic growth. The rail connectivity and train services reinforce the Narendra Modi government’s commitment to boosting infrastructure in the northeast region.