Railway Board sanctions coach depot at Velankanni station
The Railway Board has sanctioned a new coaching depot at Velankanni station to improve maintenance infrastructure for rolling stock. The project, costing nearly 49 crore rupees, aims to support the introduction of additional train services in the delta region.
Why it matters
Infrastructure upgrades in regional railway hubs are critical for improving connectivity and boosting tourism in coastal areas.
The coastal town of Velankanni in Nagapattinam district is poised to witness a major railway-related infrastructure development. The Railway Board, New Delhi, has sanctioned the creation of a new Coaching Depot with pit line, stabling line, sick line, and shunting line facilities at Velankanni Railway Station at a cost of ₹48.96 crore.
The article is a factual report on infrastructure development and government project approval.
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