CP Joshi, Member of Parliament - Chittorgarh, BJP

Railway Development in Chittorgarh

Railway Development in Chittorgarh

Mavli-Badisadri Rail Line (82 km)

The gauge conversion of the Mavli-Badisadri rail line has been approved, and the work is nearing completion. This will improve rail transport efficiency and enable smoother, faster travel between these key towns, enhancing connectivity for passengers and goods.

Mavli-Marwar Rail Line (152 km)

The gauge conversion of the Mavli-Marwar rail line has also been approved. This project will enhance the transportation capacity of the rail network in the region, facilitating the movement of passengers and freight across the area.

Chittorgarh-Nimach Rail Line Doubling

The project for the doubling of the Chittorgarh-Nimach rail line has been approved, with an allocated investment of ₹550 crores. This will ensure better traffic management, reduce congestion, and increase the frequency of trains on this busy route.

Nimach-Ratlam Rail Line Doubling

The doubling of the Nimach-Ratlam rail line has been sanctioned, improving connectivity between key railway hubs and accommodating higher rail traffic.

Chittorgarh to Javad Road (38 km)

The doubling of the Chittorgarh to Javad Road rail section has been completed as part of the Chittorgarh-Nimach doubling project, with an investment of ₹375 crores. The work was completed in 2022 and has significantly boosted rail connectivity in this region.

Badisadri-Nimach via Chhoti Sadri (48 km)

The Badisadri-Nimach rail line via Chhoti Sadri has been approved with a budget of ₹497 crores for electrification. This new rail line will improve connectivity for the Vallabhnagar area and bring more efficient rail services to the region.

Nimbahera-Kapasan via Shri Sawaliyaji

The survey for the construction of a new rail line from Nimbahera to Kapasan via Shri Sawaliyaji has been approved. This will help connect these important towns and improve the overall transportation network.

Ajmer-Gangrar-Chittorgarh-Mavli-Udaipur (300 km)

A survey has been approved for the doubling of the Ajmer-Gangrar-Chittorgarh-Mavli-Udaipur rail line (covering 300 km). This will improve the rail network, allow faster travel, and cater to the increasing demand for rail services between these regions.

Kota-Rawatbhata-Bhainsrogarh-Nimach New Rail Line

The survey for this new rail line has been approved to improve connectivity between Kota, Rawatbhata, Bhainsrogarh, and Nimach, key areas for industrial and agricultural growth.

Mandsaur-Pratapgarh-Banswara (120 km)

The final survey for the Mandsaur-Pratapgarh-Banswara rail line (120 km) has been approved with a budget allocation of ₹3 crores. This rail line will improve transportation and foster economic growth in these regions.

Ajmer-Chittorgarh-Mavli-Udaipur Electrification

The electrification of the Ajmer-Chittorgarh-Mavli-Udaipur rail section has been approved and work has commenced. As part of this project, power stations are being constructed at Mavli Junction and Ghosunda, with a total investment of ₹300 crores.

Ratlam-Nimach-Nimbahera-Chittorgarh-Chanderiya-Kota Electrification

The electrification project for the Ratlam-Nimach-Nimbahera-Chittorgarh-Chanderiya-Kota rail section has started, contributing to the efficiency of the rail system and reducing environmental impact by switching to cleaner energy.

Chittorgarh to Ratlam, Chittorgarh to Udaipur, Chittorgarh to Ajmer Electrification

Electrification of these key rail sections has been completed, improving train speeds and reducing dependency on non-renewable resources.

Chittorgarh-Ratlam Electrified Rail Section (201 km)

The newly electrified 201 km rail section between Chittorgarh and Ratlam has been completed with an investment of ₹205 crores, enhancing efficiency and reducing operating costs.

Kota-Chittorgarh Electrification

The electrification of the Kota-Chittorgarh rail section has been completed with an investment of ₹142.4 crores, boosting travel speeds and operational efficiency.

Chittorgarh Junction Inclusion in IRSDC List

Chittorgarh Junction has been included in the Indian Railway Station Development Corporation (IRSDC) list, meaning it will be developed into a world-class railway station with modern amenities for passengers.

Mavli Railway Station Declared Model Station

Mavli Railway Station has been declared a Model Station, setting a standard for excellence in railway station design and passenger services.

First Vande Bharat Train for Mewar

The Vande Bharat Express, India’s first semi-high-speed train, has been introduced in the Mewar region, with stops at Chittorgarh and Mavli, offering faster, more efficient travel between these towns and major cities.

Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

Under this initiative, Mavli Junction and Chanderia Station have been included for development under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme to become world-class railway stations.

Khairmali Container Depot

The largest container depot in the Ajmer division, located in Khairmali, has been inaugurated with an investment of ₹33 crores, boosting trade, logistics, and freight movement.

Mavli Railway Institute and Park

A Railway Institute and Park have been inaugurated in Mavli, contributing to railway employee training, skills development, and tourism in the region.

National Railway Safety Fund (₹27 crores)

Over ₹27 crores have been sanctioned for safety upgrades, including raising the platform heights and constructing pedestrian overbridges (FOBs) at stations.

Fathehnagar Station Platform Construction

Platform number 2 at Fathehnagar Station will be constructed to rail level with an investment of ₹1.25 crores. A new pedestrian overbridge (FOB) will be constructed at a cost of ₹2.45 crores.

Mavli Junction Station Platform Upgradation

Platforms 1, 2, and 3 at Mavli Junction will be raised to rail level with an allocation of ₹2.5 crores. A new pedestrian overbridge (FOB) will be built towards Chittorgarh, with a cost of ₹2.45 crores.

Bhiml Station Platform Heightening

The platform height at Bhiml Station will be raised to rail level at a cost of ₹1.25 crores.

Khemli Station Platform Upgradation

The platform height at Khemli Station will be raised to rail level at a cost of ₹1.25 crores. Additionally, a new pedestrian overbridge (FOB) will be built at a cost of ₹2.45 crores.

Chittorgarh Junction

Lifts and escalators have been approved for Chittorgarh Railway Station, improving accessibility for all passengers, especially for the elderly and differently-abled.

Foot Over Bridge at Shambhupura and Chanderia

The construction of foot overbridges (FOBs) at Shambhupura and Chanderia stations has been completed, making it safer and more convenient for passengers to cross platforms.

100-Foot Tall Flag Installation

A 100-foot flag has been installed at Chittorgarh Railway Station as a symbol of national pride.

Train Stoppages

Several important train services have had their stops added in the constituency, including:

  • Basri Station for Kota-Asarwa Train.
  • Shambhupura for the Jodhpur-Ratlam Train.
  • Chanderia for the Udaipur-Pataliputra Train and Udaipur-Kamakhya Train.
  • Bassi and Parsoli for the Meerut-Mandsaur Link Express.
  • Nimbahera for the Bandra Terminus-Udaipur City Express and the Hyderabad-Jaipur Express.

Extension of Train Services

Several important trains have been extended to new destinations:

  • Kota-Ahmedabad, Ahmedabad-Jaipur, and Indore-Udaipur trains have been extended to Ahmedabad.

New Train Services

New weekly trains have been launched, such as:

  • Udaipur-Chittorgarh-Mysore Queen Palace HamSafar Train.
  • Udaipur-Chanderia-Sarai Rohilla Rajasthan HamSafar Train.
  • Indore-Delhi via Chittorgarh.
  • Ajmer-Haridwar Express extended to Udaipur via Chittorgarh.
  • Summer Special Trains like Jaipur-Bandra via Chittorgarh, and Udaipur-Bandra via Chittorgarh for three months.
  • Mau-Chittorgarh-Bhilwada new DEMU train service.

Direct Train from Chittorgarh to Ahmedabad

A new direct train service has been launched from Chittorgarh to Ahmedabad, improving connectivity for passengers.