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The Economic Times
The Economic Times

Bihar gets record Rs 10,000 crore for rail infrastructure in FY27: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday said the Centre has earmarked a record budget of more than Rs 10,000 crore for railway infrastructure in Bihar in the current financial year, while unveiling new train services and outlining an ambitious expansion plan for the state's rail network.

During a day-long visit to Bihar, Vaishnaw flagged off the Chapra–Delhi (Anand Vihar) Express, the Mau–Delhi (Anand Vihar) Express and the extension of the Dohrighat–Aunrihar MEMU service to Varanasi in Saran. Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary attended the event, while Uttar Pradesh minister A.K. Sharma joined virtually.

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