Commuters at Kalyanpur Road Railway Station in Bihar’s Munger district are navigating a daily safety crisis as the station continues to operate without a foot overbridge (FOB). Despite being a vital transit point served by three active platforms, the lack of a safe crossing mechanism forces hundreds of passengers to walk directly across live railway tracks, posing a severe threat to human life. The station remains a critical concern for local travelers who have repeatedly called for immediate intervention from the Malda Division of the Eastern Railway.
- Kalyanpur Road Railway Station currently lacks a foot overbridge despite having three operational platforms.
- The station generated annual passenger earnings of approximately ₹15.86 lakh as of March 31, 2024.
- Passengers are forced to trespass on tracks, creating significant safety hazards daily.
- Railway authorities have yet to address these infrastructure gaps despite mandatory safety guidelines.
Infrastructure Gap in Malda Division
The absence of an FOB is particularly concerning given the station’s role in the regional rail network. According to official data from the IRCEP portal, the station’s consistent revenue generation highlights its importance to the local community. However, the current infrastructure fails to meet the basic safety and accessibility standards mandated by Indian Railways. While the station sees steady footfall, the lack of a bridge means that elderly passengers, children, and those carrying luggage are left with no choice but to risk their lives crossing the tracks.
Urgent Need for Passenger Safety
Local commuters and rail enthusiasts have expressed frustration over the delay in constructing basic amenities. Safety protocols in the Malda Division generally prioritize the installation of FOBs at stations with multiple platforms to prevent accidents. For a station recording ₹15.86 lakh in annual earnings, the lack of investment in such a fundamental safety feature is being viewed as a major oversight. Railway authorities are under pressure to prioritize this project in the upcoming budget allocations to ensure that passengers can traverse between platforms without the looming threat of accidents. As of now, the station remains a glaring example of where infrastructure development has failed to keep pace with passenger transit needs.