Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has termed the Rishikesh-Karnprayag Rail Project the foundation stone of development, connectivity and prosperous future of the State. The first phase of the long-awaited rail project is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
The CM took detailed information from the officials of Rail Vikas Nigam Limited about the work being done at the railway station, infrastructure facilities and the progress of the project.
Chris Cooper who is also a consultant for the Rishikesh Karnprayag rail project has reached the site to monitor the rescue operation of 40 workers trapped inside the tunnel for six days now.