New Jharkhan a Progressive Journey Since 2014 Palamu Parliamentary Constituency PREFACE
Shri Narendra Modi Hon’ble Prime Minister NEW RAILWAYS New Jharkhan A progressive journey since 2014 Palamu Parliamentary Constituency PREFACE Indian Railways is the lifeline of the Nation and a catalyst for India’s progress and economic development. It plays a significant role in the socio-economic development of every region of the country including the state of Jharkhand. With a view to improve railway infrastructure and to extend the railway network in Jharkhand, Ranchi Railway Division was formed in the year 2003. The Government of Jharkhand always extends necessary support and cooperation to Indian Railways towards development of the state and improvement of services for the people. Godda Shivpur Sanki Tatisilwai Map not to scale In a mission mode, railways have achieved many visible milestones in Jharkhand in the last seven years in different fields i.e. construction of new lines, doubling, development of stations etc. On the freight side, loading has reached a new milestone where the potentiality of the state enriched with minerals played the lead role. The changing face of transport sector in Jharkhand and the expectations of its people are being fulfilled with topmost priority. In the wake of COVID-19 pandemic, Indian Railways is playing a significant role by taking various measures to combat the situation. With a view to contain the spread of Novel Coronavirus, Indian Railways is producing PPE Kits, Reusable Face Masks, Hand Sanitizer etc. In addition, coaches have been converted to COVID Care Centres. Some of the recent achievements of railways and ongoing projects parliamentary constituency-wise in the state of Jharkhand are being highlighted in this Pamphlet.