India, Bhutan to Build First Cross-Border Railway Lines
India and Bhutan are set to construct their first cross-border railway lines, connecting Kokrajhar in India to Gelephu in Bhutan and Samtse in Bhutan to Banarhat in India. The ambitious project, estimated at $454 million, aims to boost economic ties and facilitate goods movement between the two nations.
The 69-kilometer railway from Kokrajhar to Gelephu is projected to cost 34.56 billion rupees ($390 million). This new line, along with the 20-kilometer stretch from Samtse to Banarhat (costing 5.77 billion rupees), will be electric and designed with environmental sustainability in mind. The Indian Railways' Northeast Frontier Railway zone will oversee the electrification and implementation of these eco-friendly designs.
The railway project is expected to benefit the people of Bhutan significantly. Gelephu, a key town in Bhutan, is envisioned as an economic hub connecting the country to South Asia and Southeast Asia. Upon completion in four years, the project is anticipated to stimulate growth and development in the region.
The first cross-border railway lines between India and Bhutan are set to transform connectivity and trade between the two nations. With an estimated cost of $454 million and a completion timeline of four years, this project underscores Bhutan's commitment to infrastructure development and its strategic importance to India.
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