The UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Ajanta Caves in Maharashtra will become more accessible to tourists after the Ministry of Railways approved eight new projects worth INR 24,657 crore. The aim is to improve connectivity and mobility, generate employment in seven states, and reduce oil imports and carbon dioxide emissions.
What's New
New Railway Connection Will Make The Ajanta Caves More Accessible Than Ever Before
Eight new projects worth INR 24,657 crore have been approved by the Ministry of Railways
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The UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Ajanta Caves
Photo: Eduardo Cabanas/Shutterstock
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Ajanta Caves
Photo: Eduardo Cabanas/Shutterstock
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