Guwahati: Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur conducted an on-site inspection of the Sivok–Rangpo Railway Line Project at Khanikhola, Rangpo, under Pakyong district, to take stock of the ongoing work on this strategically significant infrastructure project. He was accompanied by Lok Sabha MP Dr. Indra Hang Subba, Pakyong District Collector Rohan A, and senior officials from the district administration.
During the visit, the Governor interacted with senior officers of the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) to review the project’s status and understand the progress made so far. A detailed presentation was delivered by Arun Kumar Chaudhary, General Manager (Construction), NFR, and Hari Mohan Gupta, Chairman and Managing Director of IRCON International Limited, highlighting the key milestones and challenges.
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The officials informed the Governor that major components — including 14 tunnels and 23 bridges — are nearing completion, and that the project is progressing steadily despite difficult terrain and weather constraints.
In his remarks, Governor Mathur praised the dedication of NFR, IRCON, and all personnel involved, emphasizing that the Sivok–Rangpo railway line will be a game-changer for Sikkim, significantly boosting tourism, enhancing national security, and generating new avenues for industrial growth and employment.
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Calling the project a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of improved connectivity across the Northeast, the Governor noted that the 45-kilometre-long railway line — with 41.5 km in West Bengal and 3.5 km in Sikkim — will connect the Himalayan state to the national railway network for the first time. He expressed confidence that the project will be completed on schedule and assured full support from the Raj Bhavan for its successful execution.
