The $100 Billion Railway In the Desert

Railway plays a vital role in the transportation of goods and passengers in most parts of the world. Advanced countries have built state of the art railway infrastructure which has remarkably reduced the traveling time. Today, we will be talking about one of the most expensive railway systems that are being built in the desert. Presently, this ambitious project is under construction. The project is being undertaken in collaboration with the six wealthiest countries of the Middle East which form the Gulf Cooperation Council. It is planned to stretch over 2,000 kilometers and enhance connectivity in the region. It will connect major population centers in the region. Construction of railway track through vast desert and tunnels in the mountains makes it very challenging. It is highly evident from the expenditure to be incurred on the project. Completion of this project will immensely improve the transportation sector, markedly reduce carbon footprint and invigorate economic development.