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Cabinet approves ₹20,667 crore Ahmedabad–Dholera semi-high-speed rail line, Shah says
Cabinet approval was granted for the 134 km Ahmedabad (Sarkhej)–Dholera semi-high-speed double rail line, aimed at boosting Gujarat's manufacturing and logistics profile. Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted job creation and connectivity to key hubs, including Dholera Airport and Lothal heritage sites, and noted support for Namo Bharat trains. The article also mentions a separate gasification scheme approval and a Nagpur airport upgrade decision.
Why It Matters
The project is framed as a key step toward transforming Gujarat into a manufacturing and logistics hub, with potential employment growth and enhanced regional connectivity that align with national infrastructure goals.
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Nagpur airport upgrade decision congratulated by Shah
May 14, 2026
Shah congratulated the people of Nagpur for the Cabinet’s decision to upgrade and modernise the Nagpur International Airport.
Cabinet nod to ₹37,500 crore gasification scheme
May 14, 2026
The Cabinet approved a ₹37,500 crore scheme to promote surface coal and lignite gasification projects. Shah said it will serve as new steam to India’s economic growth and accelerate the realisation of Modiji’s vision of optimising our energy capabilities while creating 50,000 jobs.
Amit Shah posts on X about the project’s benefits
May 14, 2026
In a post on X, Home Minister Amit Shah said the project will play a crucial role in establishing Gujarat as a global centre for manufacturing and logistics and will generate significant employment; he noted the line will pass through his parliamentary constituency.
Cabinet approves ₹20,667 crore Ahmedabad (Sarkhej)-Dholera semi-high-speed double rail line
May 14, 2026
The Cabinet approved a ₹20,667 crore project to build a 134 km semi-high-speed double rail line between Ahmedabad (Sarkhej) and Dholera, connecting the Ahmedabad–Dholera corridor. The line will connect Ahmedabad to the Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR) and Greenfield Industrial Smart City and will enable connectivity for Namo Bharat trains, with direct access to the Dholera International Airport and the Lothal National Maritime Heritage Complex.