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Superfast parcel express trains to be started on pilot basis between Delhi and Chennai and Delhi and Mumbai | New policy to be launched for construction and operation of private freight terminals | Railways to set up a 1000 MW power plant | ATMs on 200 mid and small sized stations | Committee under Sam Pitroda to commercialise railways’ optic fibre network | Izzat scheme launched for unorganized sector workers- Rs 25 pass up to 100km journey | Railways to receive additional budgetary support of Rs 5000cr in current year | Qazigund-Anantnag rail section in Kashmir to be completed by Aug | Senior officials to monitor implementation of national rail projects to ensure timely completion

Amid expectations of improvement in railway amenities, railway minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday presented the 15th Railway Budget in the Parliament. WATCH

Presenting a promised ‘pro-people’ budget, the railways minister said that economic viability is not the only index of development.

She went on to add, “People expect to get better rail and train facilities. Development should not be restricted to only few people. People want better connectivity between stations in the nation. My priorities will include better passenger amenities, safety and security and provision of good quality food and drinking water”. READ MORE…