Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav announced a record budget of over ₹10,000 crore for Bihar on June 19, 2026. This is the largest allocation for rail infrastructure in the state for the current financial year 2026-27. The government plans to significantly improve connectivity and modernize stations across the region.
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What are the major updates for Bihar Railways?
The government has planned a massive expansion of services and infrastructure in Bihar. A new express train from Chhapra to Delhi (Anand Vihar) was flagged off on June 19, 2026. To handle more passengers, five additional platforms are being built at Harding Park in Patna Junction, while the Fatuha railway station is also being modernized.
Key highlights of the railway development in Bihar
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Budget Allocation | Over ₹10,000 crore for 2026-27 |
| New Trains | 200 trains planned over next 7-8 years |
| Track Expansion | 2,034 km new lines laid in 12 years |
| Station Upgrades | 98 stations being modernized |
| District Connectivity | 36 out of 38 districts now connected |
| Current Projects | Projects worth ₹1.15 lakh crore ongoing |
Bullet Train and International Exports
A major vision for a Bullet Train corridor connecting Delhi-Lucknow-Varanasi-Patna-Siliguri was announced. This will reduce the travel time from Delhi to Patna to 4 hours 41 minutes. Additionally, the locomotive factory in Marhaura exported its 51st engine to Guinea, Africa, on June 19, 2026, making Bihar a hub for rail manufacturing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How will the Bullet Train affect travel between Delhi and Patna?
The proposed Delhi-Lucknow-Varanasi-Patna-Siliguri corridor will reduce the travel time between Delhi and Patna to 4 hours 41 minutes.
What is the plan for new trains in Bihar?
The Indian Railways plans to introduce 200 new trains for Bihar over the next seven to eight years to improve connectivity.