India to Build Two Cross-Border Rail Links to Bhutan with ₹4,033 Crore Outlay
India has approved two major cross-border rail projects to strengthen connectivity with Bhutan at a cost of ₹4,033 crore. The first link will connect Banarhat in West Bengal to Samtse in Bhutan , while the second will run from Kokrajhar in Assam to Gelephu in Bhutan . These strategic railway corridors aim to boost bilateral trade, tourism, and cultural ties, while also enhancing regional connectivity in the Northeast. Once completed, the projects are expected to provide Bhutan with its first-ever railway access, marking a milestone in India-Bhutan relations and supporting the broader vision of regional integration.