The Zonal Railway Users’ Consultative Committee (ZRUCC) of East Central Railway held a key meeting in Patna on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. General Manager Chhatrasal Singh presided over the session, where 30 representatives, including MPs and MLAs, discussed regional rail improvements. Palamu MP Vishnu Dayal Ram raised several critical issues regarding connectivity and train punctuality in his constituency.
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What are the main demands for Palamu and Garhwa region?
MP Vishnu Dayal Ram focused on the Barwadih-Chirmiri-Ambikapur rail line, which was previously called a dream project by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav. He suggested changing the alignment or building a link line to connect Badgarh and Bhandariya to the new project. Additionally, he submitted a 42-point demand letter including new trains from Ranchi to Gorakhpur and more coaches for the Ranchi-Varanasi Intercity Express.
What are the updates on Vande Bharat and train punctuality?
The MP requested that the proposed Tatanagar-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express should stop at Daltonganj, Garhwa Road, and Japla stations. He also expressed concern over the low punctuality of passenger trains in the Palamu-Garhwa area, which stands at only 43%, compared to 80% for mail trains, and asked for immediate improvements.
What happened regarding Muzaffarpur Junction and other trains?
| Issue | Current Status/Update |
|---|---|
| Muzaffarpur South Entrance | New tender process started after the previous contractor’s death |
| Saptkranti Express | Will run from Muzaffarpur only; no extension to Samastipur or Darbhanga |
| Garhwa-Daltonganj | Demand for new MEMU train submitted |
| Premium Trains | Request to regularize Rajdhani and Garib Rath Express |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the status of the Barwadih-Chirmiri rail line?
The project is considered a dream project by the Railway Ministry. MP Vishnu Dayal Ram has suggested alignment changes to include Badgarh and Bhandariya.
Which stations are proposed for the Tatanagar-Varanasi Vande Bharat?
The MP has requested the Vande Bharat Express to stop at Daltonganj, Garhwa Road, and Japla stations.