Infrastructure

Indian Infrastructures and Capabilities

Civil Aviation Minister Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia Virtually Flags off First Direct Flight on Shillong-Dibrugarh Route Under UDAN

Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister of Civil Aviation said, “Shillong is one of the highest & wettest places in the world. The place is important not only for the country but for the entire world. Shillong has always been known as Scotland of East due to the presence of rolling hills, caves, tallest waterfalls, beautiful landscapes and its rich heritage and culture. There’s nothing that Meghalaya does not have to offer. The place attracts tourists from all over the world.”

Route Survey of 760km Varanasi – Howrah Bullet Train Project Begins

The Government of India has planned a 760km new Bullet Train corridor to connect Varanasi with Howrah through a high speed bullet train service. A private agency appointed by Indian Railways has commenced route survey of the proposed high speed rail corridor in Giridih district of Jharkhand state to identify routes and villages that the project will affect.