Hundreds of local residents in Lalganj, Azamgarh, organized a 15-kilometer foot march on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Led by Rajesh Shukla and the Rail Path Nirman Sangharsh Samiti, the protesters demanded that the region be connected to the railway network. The march started from Rudrapur Budhau Baba Temple and ended at Masirpur Bazar.
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What are the main demands and current status of the project?
The protesters are demanding a railway line to connect Lalganj, which they claim has been neglected for 79 years since independence. In February 2023, the government approved a budget of 4 crore 89 lakh 80 thousand rupees for the final location survey of a new rail line from Varanasi via Lalganj-Azamgarh-Gorakhpur, covering 195.91 km.
Who are the key people supporting this movement?
The movement is led by Rajesh Shukla, the convener of the Rail Path Nirman Sangharsh Samiti. Local MLA Bechai Saroj and SP district president Rajnarayan Yadav have also voiced their support for the long-pending demand. Additionally, MP Daroga Prasad Saroj has raised the issue in Parliament and met with the Railway Minister to push for progress.
What is the history of the railway demand in Lalganj?
| Year/Date | Event/Action |
|---|---|
| 1956 | Survey conducted for Varanasi track on Kalika Singh’s initiative |
| Feb 2023 | Budget approved for final location survey (195.91 km line) |
| April 28, 2026 | Memorandum submitted to SDM Rajkumar Baitha |
| May 16, 2026 | 15 km protest march from Rudrapur to Masirpur |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the proposed route for the new railway line?
The proposed route is Varanasi via Lalganj-Azamgarh-Gorakhpur, covering a total distance of 195.91 km.
Who is leading the protest in Lalganj?
The protest is being led by Rajesh Shukla and the Rail Path Nirman Sangharsh Samiti.