While Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated the need to have inter-ministerial coordination, the Railways has identified 20 projects spread across 10 segments – new lines, high speed railways, port connectivity, electrification and factories – for attracting foreign direct investment.
In a meeting held on Wednesday, Modi reviewed the progress of projects in the connectivity-related infrastructure sectors of roads, railways, shipping and civil aviation, said a release.
The Prime Minister urged top officials to undertake “cyber-visits” of all major project locations at least once a month, to track the progress of work on a real-time basis.
He added that he would have a special meeting with all coastal States to discuss infrastructure, coastal security, island development, tourism, entertainment and biodiversity in an integrated, holistic manner.
The release added, following the decision to allow 100 per cent FDI in Railways, 20 projects in 10 segments have been identified for FDI.
The Railways has also designed and fabricated a new wagon specifically for transport of salt, which will lead to a 40 per cent increase in the carrying capacity.
On the civil aviation sector, Modi said that States should be made partners in working out and maintaining the viability of new international airports proposed to be set up within their territory.
A new civil aviation policy is under preparation.
The Prime Minister, in the course of the meeting, repeatedly emphasised the need for faster inter-ministerial coordination and resolution of issues, and laid stress on achieving visible results in clear timeframes.