Aizawl: The Chief Minister stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Bairabi-Sairang railway line on September 13. With the inauguration of this railway line, Aizawl will successfully mark its presence on the railway map. Sairang is located near the capital. The announcement was made during a conference of the Mizoram Police Service Association (MPSA) in Aizawl on Friday. Prime Minister Modi will arrive in Aizawl on September 12 and will stay overnight.

The Chief Minister reported that the next day, on September 13, Modi will inaugurate the new railway line. It was stated that Sairang Railway Station will be established as a world-class facility center and capital train services will be operated.

According to officials, this 51.38-kilometer-long railway line project is part of the central government’s ‘Act East’ policy, aimed at promoting connectivity and economic integration in the Northeast. The new railway line will connect Aizawl to Silchar city in Assam and the rest of the country, thereby fully integrating Mizoram into the national railway map.

Engineers are describing this railway line as a remarkable achievement because this section includes 48 tunnels stretching up to 12.8 kilometers, 55 major bridges, and 87 minor bridges. Bridge number 196 has a height of 104 meters, which is even taller than the Qutub Minar.

Bairabi-Sairang railway line

The Bairabi-Sairang railway line is a new, under-construction railway project in the Indian state of Mizoram. Its history is recent, as construction began in the 21st century with the primary goal of connecting the state’s capital, Aizawl, to the Indian national railway network for the first time. Once completed, it will significantly improve transportation and economic connectivity for the remote northeastern region of India.

Sairang Station

Sairang Station is a railway station located in Mizoram, India, which serves as the current terminus for the state’s lone broad-gauge railway line. It was inaugurated in 2023, marking a significant milestone in connecting the remote northeastern region to the national rail network. This development is part of the larger, ongoing Bhairavi–Sairang railway project aimed at improving infrastructure and accessibility in the area.

Aizawl

Aizawl is the capital city of the northeastern Indian state of Mizoram. It was established as a fortified post by the British in 1890 following their military actions against the Mizo people. Today, it is a major cultural and administrative center, perched on a series of steep ridges with a rich history tied to the Mizo tribes.

Mizoram Police Service Association (MPSA)

The Mizoram Police Service Association (MPSA) is a professional body established to represent and support the officers of the Mizoram Police Service. It works to promote their welfare, professional development, and to foster a strong esprit de corps among its members. While its specific founding date is not widely publicized, it operates as a key organization within the unique socio-political context of Mizoram, a state in Northeast India.

Silchar

Silchar is a major city in the Indian state of Assam, historically significant as the administrative headquarters of the Cachar district. Its development was heavily influenced by British tea planters in the 19th century, establishing it as a key center for the region’s tea industry. The city is also culturally notable as the heartland of the Bengali-speaking Barak Valley.

Assam

Assam is a state in northeastern India renowned for its lush tea plantations and the mighty Brahmaputra River. Its history is deeply rooted in the ancient Ahom Kingdom, which ruled the region for nearly 600 years. The state is also a cultural hub, famous for its vibrant Bihu dance and as the home of the one-horned Indian rhinoceros in Kaziranga National Park.

Bridge number 196

Bridge number 196 is a historic railway overpass located in Moscow, Russia. It was constructed in 1907 as part of the city’s extensive rail network expansion during the industrial era. The bridge is a notable example of early 20th-century Russian engineering and remains in use today.

Qutub Minar

The Qutub Minar is a 73-meter (240 ft) tall minaret and victory tower located in Delhi, India, commissioned by Qutb-ud-din Aibak, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate, around 1192. It was built to celebrate the Muslim conquest of Delhi and is a renowned example of early Indo-Islamic architecture, constructed from red sandstone and marble. The surrounding complex contains ancient ruins, including the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, which was built from the remains of demolished Hindu and Jain temples.