Summary
The Eastern corridor links Ludhiana to Sonnagar over 1,337 kilometres, while the Western corridor connects Dadri to Jawaharlal Nehru Port across 1,506 kilometres.
These separate tracks free up capacity on existing railways, allowing passenger services to run more reliably.
Faster, reliable rail freight reduces logistics costs for manufacturers, farmers, and exporters.
The electrified lines improve energy efficiency and support the country’s environmental goals.