Koraput, 22nd July 2025: The Utkal Sammilani, Koraput district branch, has submitted a memorandum to the Prime Minister, urging the extension of the Bhubaneswar–Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express up to Koraput.
The organization believes that extending the high-speed train service will significantly boost connectivity, tourism, and economic development in the tribal-dominated region of southern Odisha.
They emphasized that Koraput is a strategic location, rich in natural resources, tribal culture, and scenic beauty, and better rail connectivity will open up new opportunities for trade, education, and employment.
The memorandum also highlighted the long-standing demand of the local population for improved rail services and requested the Ministry of Railways to take immediate action.
Citizens, students, and business communities in the region have welcomed the move, calling it a step towards regional inclusion and development.