New Nepalganj Road Nanpara Bahraich rail section opens for passengers
The newly constructed and electrified broad-gauge rail line connecting Nepalganj Road, Nanpara, and Bahraich was officially inaugurated on August 31, 2026, marking a major milestone for regional mobility. This vital infrastructure project is designed to transform travel experiences for residents and boost cross-border connectivity between Uttar Pradesh and neighboring regions. Here are the key details of the newly launched rail section. The inauguration ceremony took place at 1:30 PM with Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw joining virtually from New Delhi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attending physically at Nepalganj Road Railway Station alongside Bahraich MP Dr. Anand Gond. Managed by the Ministry of Railways and the North Eastern Railway, the project directly benefits passengers across border areas including Nepalganj Road, Babaganj, Nanpara, Matera, Risia, and Bahraich. Following the launch, special train 05064 departed from Nepalganj Road to Varanasi City at 2:45 PM with a 17-coach formation. Regular commercial train services officially commenced on September 1, 2026.