Rail connectivity to Mizoram: PM Modi likely to inaugurate Bairabi-Sairang railway project this week
Bairabi-Sairang Railway Line Latest Update: Spanning 51.38 km, this rail link is set to boost Mizoram’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) while providing the cheaper mode of transport. This railway project falls under the administrative control of the North East Frontier Railway (NFR) zone.
Rail Connectivity to Mizoram, Bairabi-Sairang Rail Line: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the long-awaited Bairabi-Sairang railway line project this week. Spanning 51.38 km, this rail link is set to boost Mizoram’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) while providing the cheaper mode of transport. This railway project falls under the administrative control of the North East Frontier Railway (NFR) zone.
Bairabi-Sairang Railway Line Inauguration Date
According to PTI, PM Modi will visit Mizoram on September 13 to inaugurate the new Bairabi-Sairang railway. “Officials in Mizoram on Monday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Mizoram on September 13 to inaugurate the new Bairabi-Sairang railway.
Multiple officials of the Mizoram government on Monday said they have received information that from Aizawl, the PM will fly to Manipur, his first visit since the ethnic violence broke out in the state in May 2023. However, they said that they are yet to receive the final itinerary of the PM’s visit,” the PTI report said.
The Bairabi-Sairang railway line project features four stations: Hortoki, Kawnpui, Mualkhang, and Sairang-Sihhmui. This infrastructure project features 32 tunnels, 55 major bridges, and 89 minor bridges. Notably, the tallest pier, P-4 (bridge no. 196), stands at 104 meters, which is taller than the Qutub Minar.
The Bairabi–Sairang new railway line project has set direct rail connectivity to the state capital, Aizawl, for the first time. This achievement will significantly enhance passenger and freight movement, boost socio-economic growth, and fulfill a long-standing aspiration of the people of Mizoram.
The total length of tunnels in this project is 12,853 meters. The project also includes 5 Road over Bridges & 6 Road under Bridges. This new line project is divided into four sections, i.e. Bairabi – Hortoki, Hortoki – Kawnpui, Kawnpui – Mualkhang and Mualkhang – Sairang.
Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors.
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Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com.
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Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities:
Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University
Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication
Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta
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