PM Modi unveiled Indian Railways projects worth Rs 41000 crore

Current Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 2,000 railway projects worth over Rs. 41,000 crore on 26th February 2024.

• Here are some key details:
• The projects include the redevelopment of 553 railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, modernizing passenger amenities, and enhancing connectivity.
• These 553 stations, spread across 27 states and union territories, are being redeveloped at over Rs 19,000 crore.
• The stations will act as ‘City Centres’ integrating both sides of the city.
• They will have modern passenger amenities like roof plaza, beautiful landscaping, intermodal connectivity, improved modern façade, kids play area, kiosks, food courts, etc.
• The design of these station buildings will be inspired by local culture, heritage, and architecture.
• The Gomti Nagar station in Uttar Pradesh, which has been redeveloped at Rs 385 crore, was also inaugurated.
• Foundation stones were laid for 1,500 Road Under Bridges (RUBs) and Road Over Bridges (ROBs), which have been constructed at a cost of Rs 21,520 crore.

Question:

Q.1 What is the total worth of the 2,000 railway projects?
a. Over Rs. 31,000 crore
b. Over Rs. 41,000 crore
c. Over Rs. 51,000 crore
d. Over Rs. 61,000 crore