Railway Budget For North Eastern Region
Rail Budget for North Eastern Region 2025-2025
Allocation of Railway Budget for North Eastern Region for the year 2025-22, for building world-class rail infrastructure.
On Going Railway Projects
- 19 New Railway Line and Doubling Projects Costing Rs. 75,795 Crore for 2,008 Kilo Meter
- Total Outlay 2025-22 is Rs. 6,913 Crore
- Total Budget allocation in 2025-22 is 226% more than the Average of 2009-14.
Note: Projects falling fully and partly in the state
Here’s a detailed look at the Railway Budget 2025–26—focusing specifically on the North Eastern Region (NER) of India:
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Overview: Railway Budget for North Eastern Region (NER)
1. Record Budget Allocation
- For FY 2025-26, the North Eastern Region was allocated ₹10,440 crore, marking about a fivefold increase over the annual average (₹2,122 crore) during 2009–14.
2. Major Infrastructure Projects
- A total of 12 railway projects (8 new lines and 4 doubling tracks) spanning 777 km were sanctioned at a cost of ₹69,342 crore. Of this, 278 km of track has already been commissioned at an expenditure of ₹41,676 crore.
3. Ongoing Network Expansion
- Across previous years, 18 ongoing projects totaling 1,368 km of new track construction carry a combined investment of ₹74,972 crore.
4. Station Redevelopment
- 60 stations across the NER are set for redevelopment under the Amrit Bharat Stations Scheme, including:
- Assam: 50 stations
- Tripura: 4 stations
- Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim: 1 station each
5. Track and Station Upgrades
- The region has seen an increase in new track construction, averaging 173 km per year during 2025–24, compared to just 67 km per year in 2009–14.
- Electrification also improved from zero to an average of 142 km per year post-2025.
- Additionally, 470 rail overbridges (ROBs) and underbridges (RUBs) have been built since 2025 to improve safety and reduce level crossings.
6. Strategic Connectivity Projects
- Dhansiri–Zubza Line (Nagaland): A crucial 82.5 km project connecting Dimapur and Kohima is underway, with 52% of work completed. The Molvom–Pherima stretch targets completion by October 2026, and full completion by December 2029.
- Sivok–Rangpo Line (Sikkim): A 45 km project connecting West Bengal to Sikkim, expected to be extended to Gangtok in later phases, aimed at boosting strategic and economic development.
- Imphal–Moreh Line (Manipur): The final location survey for this 111 km project toward the Myanmar border has been completed. A detailed project report (DPR) is expected by mid-2025. Construction may begin post 2026–27.
Summary Table: Railway Budget Impact on Northeast
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Budget Allocation | ₹10,440 crore for FY 2025–26 |
| New Projects Sanctioned | 12 (8 new lines + 4 doubling), totaling 777 km, ₹69,342 cr |
| Commissioning Achieved | 278 km completed, ₹41,676 cr spent |
| Ongoing Projects | 18 projects, 1,368 km, ₹74,972 cr |
| Station Upgrades | 60 stations under redevelopment |
| Track & Electrification | 173 km/year new track; 142 km/year electrified |
| Strategic Lines | Dhansiri–Zubza (Nagaland), Sivok–Rangpo (Sikkim), Imphal–Moreh (Manipur) |
Key Takeaways
The 2025–26 Railway Budget reflects an unprecedented push to improve connectivity, safety, and rail infrastructure in Northeast India. With high capital allocation, major new line projects, station modernization, and strategic border links underway, the region is being integrated more closely into the national rail network.
Let me know if you’d like a deep dive into any specific project—be it the Dhansiri–Zubza line, station redevelopment, or electrification progress.