Local residents and traders in Lalganj are pushing for the construction of the Dobhi-Lalganj railway line. The Lalganj Rail Path Nirman Sangharsh Samiti has started various protests and submitted memorandums to the government to speed up this project. The demand focuses on improving connectivity for trade and travel in the region.
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What is the demand for the new railway line
The Sangharsh Samiti, led by coordinator Rajesh Shukla, requested a rail line parallel to National Highway-28. The proposed route includes connectivity from Azamgarh to Varanasi via Rani Ki Sarai, Mohammadpur, Bindra Bazar, Gosai Bazar, Lalganj, and Devgaon. A memorandum addressed to the Prime Minister was submitted to SDM Rajkumar Baitha in April 2026.
Who are the key people involved in this movement
- Rajesh Shukla: Coordinator of Lalganj Rail Path Nirman Sangharsh Samiti.
- MP Daroga Prasad Saroj: Raised the issue in Parliament and met the Railway Minister.
- Ashwini Vaishnaw: Railway Minister who agreed in November 2025 to connect Varanasi, Azamgarh, and Gorakhpur.
- SDM Rajkumar Baitha: Received the official memorandum from the local committee.
Current status of the Dobhi-Lalganj project
While local groups are organizing marches and meetings, there is no official date for the start of construction. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw previously mentioned that work to connect Varanasi, Azamgarh, and Gorakhpur would begin within four months of his November 2025 statement. Local traders believe this line is essential as Lalganj is a major business hub.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the proposed route for the Dobhi-Lalganj line?
The proposed route runs parallel to NH-28, connecting Azamgarh to Varanasi via Rani Ki Sarai, Mohammadpur, Bindra Bazar, Gosai Bazar, Lalganj, and Devgaon.
Has the government approved the project timeline?
There is no specific official timeline for the Dobhi-Lalganj section, though the Railway Minister agreed in November 2025 to improve connectivity between Varanasi, Azamgarh, and Gorakhpur.
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