The Union Cabinet headed by PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday has green-lit three major railway infrastructure projects totalling 296 kilometers in length, with an estimated cost of Rs 6,456 crore.  

These projects will significantly enhance rail connectivity and are expected to stimulate regional development, particularly in districts like Odisha's Nuapada and Jharkhand's East Singhbhum. 

The government further announced equity support of Rs 4,136 crore for the development of hydroelectric projects in the North Eastern states, which have a potential of generating 62 GW of hydro-electricity. 

This clean energy initiative is expected to contribute significantly to the nation’s climate goals and bring development to the North Eastern region.

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