India, Nepal discuss cross-border rail connectivity

India and Nepal held high-level meetings to discuss the development of cross-border railway infrastructure, including the Janakpur-Ayodhya passenger line. The discussions also covered progress on the Raxaul-Kathmandu broad gauge link and technical support for regional connectivity.
Why it matters
Strengthening rail connectivity between India and Nepal is a key component of regional diplomacy and economic integration in South Asia.
India and Nepal have held discussions on cross-border railway links, including passenger train services on the Janakpur-Ayodhya section, and bilateral cooperation in the sector, an official statement said.
The report is a straightforward summary of official diplomatic meetings and infrastructure project updates.
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