The Jabalpur bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court has taken a strict view on the closure of the Poudi railway gate. The court asked the Indian Railway and Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation (MPRDC) to explain why the gate remains closed while the nearby bridge is under repair. This matter came up during a hearing on June 27, 2026, following a petition by Rajesh Singh, a resident of Shahpura.
Why is the Poudi Railway Gate issue important?
A bridge on National Highway 45, which connects Jabalpur and Bhopal, collapsed about a year ago. This has forced commuters to take long detours, leading to heavy traffic jams in the area. Petitioner Rajesh Singh suggested opening the Poudi railway crossing gate as a temporary solution to provide immediate relief to the public until the bridge is fully restored.
What are the court’s directions and deadlines?
The High Court has set specific timelines for the involved authorities to provide clarity on the situation:
- Indian Railway: Given three days to file a formal response.
- MPRDC: Directed to provide the exact time required to complete the repair of the damaged bridge section.
- Next Hearing: The court scheduled the next hearing for July 2, 2026, where both parties must present their answers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why is there a demand to open the Poudi railway gate?
A bridge on NH-45 collapsed a year ago, causing long detours and traffic jams. Opening the Poudi railway gate would provide a shorter temporary route for commuters.
When is the next hearing for this case?
The next hearing in the Madhya Pradesh High Court (Jabalpur bench) is scheduled for July 2, 2026.