CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The first Railway line in Karnataka was opened for traffic in 1864. It started from Bangalore to Madras. The first railway line established in the state was the Bangalore-Mysore Junction metre gauge line.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Belagavi-Dharwad via Kittur new railway line project is expected to reduce the distance between Belagavi and Dharwad considerably. The project will come up at an estimated cost of Rs 927.4 crore. The railway project will have 11 new railway stations including one in the historic Kittur town.

Detailed explanation-3: -Complete answer: During the 1840s, a proposition for these railroad lines was discussed in the British Parliament, a move upheld by shipping companies and merchants. In Bengaluru, it was Sir Mark Cubbon who pushed for the advancement of the railroad connection during his tenure as the Commissioner of Mysore and Kodagu.

Detailed explanation-4: -Bangalore – Jolarpet Railway Line The Government of India gave a contract to the Madras Railway Company for laying this line and in 1859-60 the land required for this work was handed over to their appointed agents. The line was opened to the public on 1st August 1864.