Rajmahal Railway Station: BJP leader writes to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw over train shortage
BJP leader Manoj Kumar Saha has written a letter to Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw regarding several issues at Rajmahal Railway Station. Despite the station being redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, the region still faces a shortage of adequate train services. Saha has requested the Ministry to increase connectivity and reduce passenger fares to help the local public.
What are the main demands for Rajmahal Station?
The letter highlights a gap between the station’s modern infrastructure and the actual number of trains available. Manoj Kumar Saha has asked for new express trains to connect Rajmahal with Ranchi and Tata. He also requested an increase in the number of coaches and trips for TR Passenger trains and the extension of the Vishwa Bharati train from Barharwa to Rajmahal.
Which trains and stoppages were requested?
The representation includes a detailed list of trains that need to be resumed or stopped at specific junctions to benefit passengers in the Sahibganj region.
| Category | Requested Trains/Action |
|---|---|
| Resumption of Trains | Delhi-Sealdah Express, Varanasi-Sealdah Express, Rajgir-Howrah First Passenger, Malda Town-Kiul MEMU |
| New Stoppages at Tinpahar | Brahmaputra Mail, Guwahati-Dadar, Malda Town-New Delhi Anand Vihar, Malda-Gomti Nagar Amrit Bharat, Malda-Patna Intercity |
| Fare Revision | Reduction of Howrah-Jaynagar Passenger fares hiked during COVID-19 |
| Infrastructure | Full station status for Bonidanga Link Cabin |
What is the current status of Rajmahal infrastructure?
Rajmahal Railway Station was inaugurated as an Amrit Bharat Station by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 22, 2025, with an investment of 7.3 crore rupees. Additionally, the Sahibganj-Jamalpur section is seeing growth with approval for 3rd and 4th lines costing about 3967 crore rupees. An integrated railway maintenance depot is also being developed in Sahibganj with work expected to start by 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Amrit Bharat status of Rajmahal Station?
Rajmahal Station was redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme at a cost of 7.3 crore and was inaugurated by PM Modi on May 22, 2025.
Which major cities are requested for new express train connectivity?
Manoj Kumar Saha has demanded new express train services between Rajmahal and Ranchi, as well as Rajmahal and Tata.