The Indian Railways has officially approved the 137 km long Nawada-Laxmipur new rail line project in Bihar. This project has received a sanctioned budget of 621.57 crore rupees to enhance connectivity in the Jamui and Nawada regions. According to official data, a major portion of this investment is dedicated to survey work, land acquisition, and the implementation of modern railway technologies. The project is expected to benefit hundreds of villages and a population of nearly five lakh people.
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What are the key details of the Nawada-Laxmipur rail project?
The project connects several blocks including Laxmipur, Barhat, Sikandra, Aliganj, Sono, Khaira, Chakai, and Kauakol. The survey for the 137 km stretch is already complete, and construction work is expected to start soon. While the current sanctioned cost is mentioned as 621.57 crore rupees, some reports suggest higher estimates for certain sections. This line will bridge the gap between Nawada and the Jhajha-Laxmipur rail section, providing a much-needed transport link for the local economy.
How will this development impact the Jamui and Nawada regions?
Local residents have been demanding this rail connectivity for years to improve trade and daily travel. Recent discussions between Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and local MPs Vivek Thakur and Arun Bharti have fast-tracked the approval process. The project is expected to provide the following benefits:
- Direct rail access for over 500 villages in the region
- Boost to local business and agricultural trade
- Better connectivity to the Patna-Howrah and Rajgir-Bakhtiyarpur lines
- Reduced travel time for passengers going towards Delhi and Kolkata