Rishikesh-Karnaprayag Railway Project 78% Complete, Targeted for December 2029
The Rs 37,000 crore Rishikesh-Karnaprayag railway project, managed by Rail Vikas Nigam Limited under the Ministry of Railways, is 78% complete and aims for December 2029 completion. The 125-km line will enhance connectivity in Uttarakhand, linking pilgrimage sites like Devprayag and Karnaprayag to Rishikesh and the national capital. Tunnel excavation is nearly finished at 97%, with significant progress on bridges and access roads. The project is expected to boost tourism, local economies, and border connectivity while reducing travel time in the Himalayan region.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indianexpress broke this story on 28 Aug, 08:20 am. Other outlets followed.