Chandigarh, February 1(press ki taquat bureau):
The Union Interim Budget for Haryana did not include any major announcements, however, it did acknowledge the importance of ongoing projects such as AIIMS in Manethi (Jhajjar). These projects were mentioned in the budget as a means of providing support to the ongoing initiatives in the state. Despite the absence of significant new initiatives, the budget recognized the significance of continuing the progress of existing projects in Haryana.
In a significant development, the mention of Haryana in the Budget has increased substantially. Previously, Haryana’s presence in the Budget was limited to just three instances. However, the latest announcement by Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has brought about a remarkable change. He revealed that a staggering amount of Rs 2,861 crore will be allocated as capital expenditure for various projects in Haryana during the fiscal year 2024-25. This allocation is a remarkable 18 times higher than the funds allocated for the state between 2009 and 2014.
The funds will be utilized for a range of crucial infrastructure projects, including the construction of Road Over Bridges (ROBs), Road Under Bridges (RUBs), new railway lines, and the modernization of existing railway stations. This substantial investment is expected to significantly enhance the transportation infrastructure in Haryana and improve connectivity within the state. Additionally, Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted another achievement, stating that Haryana has achieved 100 percent electrification, further bolstering the state’s commitment to sustainable and efficient railway operations.
Several new lines have been added to the existing railway network. These include the Rohtak-Meham-Hansi line, which spans a distance of 68.8 kilometers. Another new line is the Jind-Sonepat line, covering a distance of 88.9 kilometers. The Rewari-Rohtak line extends for 81.26 kilometers, while the Delhi-Sohna-Nuh-Firozpur Jhirka-Alwar line stretches for 104 kilometers. Additionally, there is the Yamunanagar-Chandigarh line via Sadhaura and Narayangarh, which spans a distance of 91 kilometers. The Hisar-Sirsa line, passing through Agroha and Fatehabad, covers a distance of 93 kilometers. Lastly, the Meerut-Panipat line extends for 104 kilometers.
In addition to the new lines, there have also been efforts to double the existing railway lines. One such project is the Ambala Cantt-Dappar line, which is currently in Phase-I. Furthermore, there have been material modifications made to the Dappar-Chandigarh section, covering a distance of 22.71 kilometers. Another line that has been doubled is the Panipat-Rohtak line, spanning a distance of 71.4 kilometers. Lastly, the Asthal Bohar-Rewari line has also undergone doubling, covering a distance of 75.2 kilometers. These initiatives aim to enhance the efficiency and capacity of the railway network in these regions.
