Jaynagar Railway Station in Bihar serves as a key international gateway connecting India and Nepal. The station is managed by the Samastipur division of East Central Railway and is located about 4 kilometers from the border. It plays a major role in trade, tourism, and travel between the two nations through the Jaynagar-Kurtha rail service.
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What are the latest updates at Jaynagar station?
Recent administrative actions focused on security and passenger services. In April 2026, Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit inspected the Nepali railway station to discuss controlling illegal activities like drug trafficking and cyber fraud. District Magistrate Anand Sharma also visited the customs office to ensure transparent document verification and better cleanliness for traders and passengers.
What is the status of the India-Nepal rail link project?
The Jaynagar-Bijalpura-Bardibas project is being built in phases with Indian government grants. The project details are as follows:
| Phase | Section | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Jaynagar-Kurtha (35 km) | Operational since April 2022 |
| Phase 2 | Kurtha-Bijalpura (17 km) | Operational since July 2023 |
| Phase 3 | Bijalpura-Bardibas (17 km) | Land acquisition in progress |
What are the current operational challenges?
The service has faced some hurdles recently. In September 2025, trains were temporarily stopped due to unrest in Nepal. Additionally, there were reports of scanner machines being out of order at the Nepali station in April 2026. Nepal Railway General Manager Niranjan Jha mentioned that Nepal may need to extend the contract with Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) due to a lack of trained local staff.