How does the development of the Konkan railway impact regional trade?

Increases passenger traffic only

Reduces travel time and enhances connectivity

Lowers the number of goods transported

Only benefits tourist traffic

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B. Reduces travel time and enhances connectivity

The Konkan railway reduces travel time and enhances connectivity, significantly improving regional trade and transport efficiency.

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