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**Executive Summary** The Ministry of Railways, through notification S.O. 3332(E) dated June 22, 2026, has officially designated a specific infrastructure development in Rajasthan as a "Special Railway Project." This notification, issued under the Railways Act 2008, facilitates the development of coach maintenance facilities at Sriganganagar station. The order is effective immediately from the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. **Key Points / Main Content** * **Statutory Authority** * The notification is issued by the Central Government in exercise of powers conferred by clause 37 A of section 2 of the Railways Act, 2008. * **Project Designation** * The identified project is formally classified as a "Special Railway Project," granting it specific status under the Railways Act. * **Project Scope and Location** * The project involves the "Development of Coach Maintenance facilities at Sriganganagar (SGNR) station (phase-1)." * The project is located within the State of Rajasthan. * **Administrative Oversight** * The project falls under the jurisdiction of the North Western Railway, specifically the Gati Shakti Unit. * The notification was issued under the authority of the Chief Administrative Officer/Const./RSP. **Impact Analysis** **North Western Railway (Gati Shakti Unit)** **Impact** The unit is now legally empowered to execute the specified development works under the specialized provisions reserved for "Special Railway Projects." **Action Required** The unit must initiate and oversee the phase-1 development of coach maintenance facilities at Sriganganagar station in accordance with the Railways Act. **State Government of Rajasthan** **Impact** The state is the primary site for the designated special infrastructure project, which may involve specific land or administrative considerations under the Railways Act. **Action Required** The state must recognize the project's "Special Railway Project" status and provide the necessary regional cooperation for its execution. **General Public/Rail Users in Sriganganagar** **Impact** The notification signals the commencement of improved railway infrastructure and maintenance capabilities at the Sriganganagar (SGNR) station. **Action Required** No direct action is required, though stakeholders should note the official commencement of phase-1 of the maintenance facility development.

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