Indian Railways has issued a tender for the construction of a washing pit and shunting line at Laukaha Bazar railway station in the Madhubani district of Bihar. This project aims to improve rail infrastructure in the Mithilanchal region, particularly for areas near the Nepal border. The development follows discussions between local representatives and the Railway Ministry to enhance connectivity in North Bihar.
What are the project details and timelines?
The project is estimated to cost approximately ₹37.36 crore. Construction is expected to take about 15 months once the tender process is finalized. The railway administration expects the washing pit and shunting line to become operational by the second half of 2027.
How will this benefit the local passengers?
The new facilities will allow Laukaha Bazar station to handle the maintenance and operation of long-distance trains. This will provide better connectivity for millions of passengers in the border areas of Bihar. It is expected to boost local trade, tourism, and economic growth in the Mithilanchal region.
Other railway updates in the region
| Project/Service | Details |
|---|---|
| Laukaha to Anand Vihar | Train service started May 1, 2026 |
| Laukaha to Patna | Train service started January 2026 |
| Jhanjharpur-Laukha Section | Converted to broad gauge Nov 13, 2024 |
| Jhanjharpur-Laukha Doubling | Approved project costing ₹1540 crore |
| Sitamadhi-Jaynagar-Laukha-Nirmali | Approved project costing ₹2460 crore |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
लौकहा बाजार स्टेशन पर वाशिंग पिट कब तक बनकर तैयार होगा?
टेंडर प्रक्रिया पूरी होने के बाद निर्माण में लगभग 15 महीने लगेंगे और यह 2027 के उत्तरार्ध तक चालू होने की संभावना है।
इस प्रोजेक्ट की कुल लागत कितनी है?
लौकहा बाजार स्टेशन पर वाशिंग पिट और शंटिंग लाइन के निर्माण की अनुमानित लागत लगभग ₹37.36 करोड़ है।