Secunderabad Wadi Railway Quadrupling

The 173.18 km project aims to construct 3rd and 4th lines between Secunderabad and Wadi, a critical freight and passenger corridor in South Central India. It is expected to serve industrial hubs such as Tandur (cement), Sedam, and Nagulapalli (steel), facilitating the movement of coal, cement, and food grains. With current utilisation exceeding 114%, the project is anticipated to alleviate congestion, enhance reliability, and support freight growth for industries across Telangana and Karnataka. By improving connectivity to major ports and urban centers, the quadrupling is likely to reduce transit delays and accommodate future traffic demands. By easing pressure on existing infrastructure, the project aligns with PM GatiShakti principles, potentially fostering regional economic growth, enhancing passenger convenience, and supporting socio-economic development. South Central Railway officials said that the Secunderabad Wadi quadruple line is one of the important projects for which the Final Location Survey was sanctioned by the Railway ministry. This line is saturated with the operation of both coaching and freight trains and hence construction of an additional two lines was proposed. The detailed project report was recently submitted to the Railway Board. The report was approved and sent to the Cabinet Committee of Economic Affairs and is awaiting approval. Once sanctioned, the project is expected to be completed in five years.

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