Agartala, Oct 30: Agartala-Akhaura Cross Border Rail Link Project is poised to be inaugurated by the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, and Bangladesh’s Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, on November 1. The joint inauguration of the Agartala-Akhaura Cross Border Rail Link Project and the Khulna-Mongla Port Rail Line Project will take place at 11 AM in a virtual ceremony.
This historic event is expected to include the participation of the Union Minister of Railways in virtual mode, along with the Chairperson of the Railway Board and the Chief Managing Director of IRCON, a Government of India undertaking. The trial run for this project is slated for tomorrow.
Importantly, both Prime Minister Modi of India and Prime Minister Hasina of Bangladesh are expected to inaugurate the Agartala-Akhaura Cross Border Rail Link Project. However, the inauguration on the Bangladesh side will be marked as the construction work on the Indian side is still ongoing.
In an effort to expedite the Agartala-Akhaura Bangladesh connectivity project, Indian Railways has demonstrated its commitment by allocating a substantial amount of Rs. 153.84 crores from its budget. This proactive decision underscores the importance of this rail link project for enhancing connectivity and trade relations between India and Bangladesh.
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The Agartala-Akhaura Cross Border Rail Link Project holds immense significance for promoting trade and connectivity between India and Bangladesh. The project aims to facilitate the movement of goods and people across the border efficiently, which is expected to have a positive impact on trade and economic development in the region. The rail link will not only enhance bilateral ties but also open up new opportunities for trade expansion, benefiting both nations.
The decision to conduct a virtual inauguration is influenced by the fact that construction on the Indian side is still in progress. This virtual approach allows both countries to mark the historic milestone without delay, reflecting their shared commitment to enhancing regional connectivity and cooperation.
The Agartala-Akhaura Cross-Border Rail Link Project represents a forward-looking endeavour that reflects the growing importance of regional connectivity and cooperation in South Asia.
As both Prime Ministers jointly inaugurate this project, they signal their commitment to fostering trade, economic growth, and friendly relations between India and Bangladesh. This rail link stands as a testament to the potential for enhancing connectivity in the region and further strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations.
As this project becomes operational, it is expected to bring tangible benefits in terms of trade, economic development, and people-to-people interactions. The successful collaboration on this initiative underscores the cooperative spirit between India and Bangladesh and bodes well for the future of regional trade and connectivity in South Asia.
