Kerala’s rail network is poised for a major transformation after approval was granted to conduct surveys for seven high-speed rail corridor projects capable of supporting speeds up to 160 km per hour. Covering a total stretch of 849 kilometers, the proposed corridors could significantly enhance connectivity and reduce travel time across the state. Once the Read More…
New Delhi: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has categorically ruled out the implementation of Kerala’s SilverLine (K-Rail) project, stating that it is not practically feasible due to its severe environmental impact. Responding to a question in the Rajya Sabha, the minister said the Centre is, however, open to considering an alternative high-speed rail project, provided Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government has given a major push to the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) project, aimed at enabling swift, high-speed travel across the length of the state from Thiruvananthapuram to Kasaragod. A government order issued by the Transport Department has granted in-principle approval, signalling the state’s intent to move ahead rapidly with the Read More…
Kerala has expressed strong disappointment over the Union Budget, with State Industries Minister P. Rajeeve stating that the proposals have once again overlooked the state’s key development priorities. He noted that Kerala was the first state in India to come forward with a high-speed rail project, yet it has been excluded from the Centre’s list Read More…
Kerala is set to take a major leap in public transport as the state government moves ahead with plans to implement a Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), reigniting discussions on high-speed rail connectivity. The ambitious project envisions a 583-kilometre corridor from Thiruvananthapuram to Kasaragod, designed to transform mobility across the state. The Cabinet has given Read More…
Kochi: In a major boost to Kerala’s rail infrastructure, the Union government has granted approval for a high-speed rail corridor in the state as an alternative to the controversial SilverLine project. The Railway Ministry has entrusted the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) with the task of preparing the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the ambitious Read More…