Railways approves ₹493 crore doubling of 49-km Adipur–Bhuj section in Kutch, Gujarat
On 17 June 2026, the Ministry of Railways announced approval of the doubling of the 49-km Adipur–Bhuj section of Western Railway in Gujarat at a cost of ₹493 crore.
Summary
Indian Railways has approved the doubling of the 49-km Adipur–Bhuj section of Western Railway in Gujarat at a cost of ₹493 crore, the Ministry of Railways announced on 17 June 2026, to strengthen rail connectivity in the Kutch region. The section is currently a single line on the Gandhidham–Naliya corridor, where traffic is expected to grow with projects such as the Bhuj–Naliya gauge conversion and new lines to Jakhau, Lakhpat and Luna. The doubling will allow two additional passenger trains in each direction daily and an additional 12 MTPA of freight.
Key facts
- Section
- Adipur–Bhuj, 49 km, Western Railway, Gujarat
- Cost
- ₹493 crore
- Corridor
- Gandhidham–Naliya (currently single line)
- Passenger gain
- Two additional trains each way daily
- Freight gain
- Additional 12 MTPA
Practice MCQs 2 questions
The Adipur–Bhuj section approved for doubling at ₹493 crore in June 2026 lies in which region and railway zone?
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Correct answer: B — Kutch, Western Railway
The 49-km Adipur–Bhuj section is in the Kutch region of Gujarat on Western Railway.
How much additional freight movement will the doubled Adipur–Bhuj line enable?
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Correct answer: C — 12 MTPA
The doubled line is expected to enable an additional 12 MTPA of freight movement.