Overview
- Governor Om Prakash Mathur inspected works at Khanikhola, Rangpo in Pakyong district, joined by MP Dr. Indra Hang Subba and District Collector Rohan A.
- NFR GM (Construction) Arun Kumar Chaudhary and IRCON CMD Hari Mohan Gupta delivered a detailed progress presentation to the Governor.
- Officials reported that 14 tunnels and 23 bridges are nearing completion and outlined remaining challenges affecting the pace of construction.
- The 45 km alignment includes 41.5 km in West Bengal and 3.5 km in Sikkim, creating the state’s first rail link to the national network.
- Mathur said the line would boost tourism, bolster security, and support industry and jobs, expressing confidence in timely completion and urging strict quality and safety.