The next phase of Northeast rail development hinges on turning ambitious surveys and bilateral connectivity plans into functioning cross-border railway links. This, however, remains shaped by regional geopolitics, local unrest in border states, and infrastructure challenges.
Developments in Bangladesh necessitate renewed focus on alternatives to strengthen connectivity with the Northeast, especially the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport project via Myanmar
Sanctioned in 2003, signed by both countries in 2013, project will facilitate faster movement of passengers and goods between India & Bangladesh, promote economic development in Tripura.
Unless the govt untangles the predominance of security and conducts a meaningful assessment of connectivity, projects are likely to remain an artifact than an aid.
Hyundai was never scared of rivals overtaking them last year. But in 2027, the mythical ‘Creta Killer’ may finally emerge. Or it could continue to remain a myth.
IAF is fine with accepting the aircraft with 'must-haves', even if some other steps remain pending, which may take at least another year, it is learnt.
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