Thailand’s State Railway seeks 50 billion baht for expansions

Thailand’s State Railway (SRT) is planning to request Cabinet approval for a funding amount exceeding 50 billion baht. This hefty sum is aimed at financing the construction of a double-track railway stretch from Khon Kaen to Nong Khai and the expansion of Red Line electric train routes.

The announcement follows a directive from Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit, who instructed the swift progression of major railway projects, with the proposal submissions to the cabinet scheduled for this month. SRT governor, Nirut Maneephan, confirmed the news yesterday.

Nirut detailed how the funds would be allocated, stating that Phase II of the double-track rail route connecting Khon Kaen and Nong Khai – a 167-kilometre stretch – would benefit from a budget of 29.7 billion baht.

Nirut explained that 9 million baht is reserved for hiring a real estate…