TransportationOPENOperational
Tadoki–Rowghat and Abhanpur–Kurud broad-gauge rail lines inaugurated in Chhattisgarh
Rowghat, Chhattisgarh20 Oct 2026
The Tadoki–Rowghat broad-gauge section (17.5 km) was commissioned, completing the 95-km Dallirajhara–Rowghat new rail line built at a reported cost of ₹1,628 crore, and the Abhanpur–Kurud (22 km) broad-gauge line under the Abhanpur–Dhamtari gauge conversion project was reported as completed and set for inauguration. The article also states that Rowghat–Raipur and Raipur–Kurud passenger services were to be launched on Oct 20, 2026, and that a foundation stone would be laid for an electric locomotive maintenance facility in Raipur.
Why it matters
These line openings and new services extend passenger and freight rail access (including from the Rowghat iron ore region) and improve connectivity to Raipur for remote and rural areas in Chhattisgarh.
Indian Railways