Jacobabad–Gwadar_Branch_Line

Jacobabad–Gwadar Line

Jacobabad–Gwadar Line

Proposed railway line in Pakistan


The Jacobabad–Gwadar Line is an upcoming railway project aiming to establish a connection between the Pakistani cities of Jacobabad and Gwadar. Stretching across a length of 1087 kilometers, the estimated cost of this project amounts to US$2.3 billion. Anvwar Asian Investments (AAI) from Oman is at the forefront of leading this initiative, offering a substantial investment of US$2.3 billion, with an initial contribution of US$500 million.[1][2]

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Background

The Jacobabad–Gwadar Line is part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) program, which aims to provide a rail connection between Gwadar and Xinjiang province in China.[3] The proposed line will be the high-speed rail connection between Gwadar and Jacobabad. Moreover, it will hold the distinction of being the first railway project under the CPEC program.[2][4]


References

  1. Preston, Robert (August 8, 2022). "Omani group to invest $US 2.3bn in Jacobabad – Gwadar line".
  2. Ahmad, Nauman (August 28, 2022). "Omani firm to invest in Gwadar rail connectivity project- Zameen News". Pakistan Real Estate News & Pakistan Property News & Latest Updates - Zameen News.

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