Ranchi-Purulia Travel Set to Ease: Railways Approves New Mineral Corridor Line

• Indian Railways approves new 51.761 km railway line project worth Rs 815.32 crore in the mineral corridor.
• Project aims to strengthen connectivity between Barabenda, Damrughutu, and Bokaro, benefiting Ranchi-Purulia travel.
• Includes double line for Barabenda-Damrughutu and third/fourth lines for Damrughutu-Bokaro Steel City sections.
• Addresses 108% route capacity and 95-150 minute waiting times, currently handling 78 daily trains.
• Expected to boost passenger convenience, national economy, and improve train safety and punctuality.