#DoublingUpdates
SWR started doubling of Hotgi-Kudagi line, part of Solapur - Gadag doubling.
NTPC is starting two new projects one at Hotgi (Solapur) and other at Kudagi (Bijapur).
Daily more than 10 coal trains will pass on this route, so for rapid transport NTPC deposited some amount to Indian Railways for it's doubling.
Also...
more... CR is thinking to lay third line between Solapur and Hotgi using old MG line space.
Hotgi station yard remodeling is in progress.
Also loop line is laid at Hotgi which will help direct travel from Gulbarga to Bijapur without loco reversal at Hotgi.