Guwahati’s rail network is set for a game-changing upgrade with the Northeast Frontier Railway fast-tracking the Furkating-New Tinsukia doubling project. Spanning 194 km and budgeted at Rs 3,634 crore, this venture was kickstarted by PM Narendra Modi on March 13.
The single-line bottleneck currently hampers efficient passenger and freight movement. Doubling the track will slash travel times, minimize delays, and ramp up capacity for upper Assam’s vital routes.
NFR’s Chief Public Relations Officer, Kapinjol Kishore Sharma, emphasized a systematic, phased approach to bolster connectivity in upper Assam and nearby areas. This aligns with broader goals of operational reliability and economic upliftment.
Complementing this is the 140-km Lumding-Furkating doubling, approved with Rs 2,123.70 crore. Aiming for completion by January 2028, it features extensive infrastructure like 19 major bridges and station upgrades.
Phased rollout from May 2026 will activate critical segments, ensuring uninterrupted services. By easing traffic pressure on busy corridors, these projects promise a new era of reliable rail travel, driving commerce and tourism in the Northeast.