Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh announced a revised completion date for the Jiribam-Imphal railway line, a critical project for the region’s connectivity.
During a function held on Saturday, the Chief Minister stated that the project’s completion is now expected by the end of 2025, due to unforeseen circumstances.
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The project, earlier scheduled for completion by December 2023 with a budget of Rs 14,322 crore, has faced delays.
Officials attribute this to the “prevailing situation” in the state, without elaborating.
Despite the setback, construction continues, with the Noney Bridge, a key component, reaching 93% completion. This bridge, poised to be the world’s tallest railway pier bridge at 141 meters, is part of the 111-kilometre railway line. The entire project encompasses multiple tunnels totalling 61.32 kilometres, along with 11 major bridges and 137 minor bridges.
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Upon completion, the Jiribam-Imphal railway line will significantly reduce travel time between the two cities.
The current road journey of 220 kilometres, taking approximately 10 hours, will be replaced by a train trip of just two and a half hours.