A new proposal to start a DMU/MEMU train service connecting Ballia, Chhapra, and Siwan to Patna is being sent to the Railway Board. This decision came during a meeting of the North Eastern Railway’s Divisional Parliamentary Committee held on June 2, 2026. The move aims to improve connectivity for daily commuters in the region.
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Who proposed the new train and what is the route?
The demand for this rail service was specifically raised by Janardan Singh Sigriwal, MP from Maharajganj. The proposed train will link Ballia, Chhapra, and Siwan with Patna. Saran MP Rajiv Pratap Rudy, who chaired the meeting, instructed officials to provide strong justifications and clear facts in the proposal to ensure the Railway Board makes a quick decision.
Who attended the meeting and what else was discussed?
The meeting saw the presence of Uday Borwankar, General Manager of North Eastern Railway, and Ashish Jain, Divisional Railway Manager. Apart from the new train, the committee discussed several passenger facility upgrades:
- Redevelopment of Chhapra Junction
- Construction of new foot overbridges and underpasses
- Installation of CCTV cameras at all stations
- Provision of sanitary pads for women passengers
- Appointment of nodal officers for each MP to improve coordination
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which cities will the proposed MEMU train connect to Patna?
The proposed DMU/MEMU train service will connect Ballia, Chhapra, and Siwan to Patna to help students and jobholders.
When was the decision to send the proposal taken?
The decision was taken during the North Eastern Railway’s Divisional Parliamentary Committee meeting on June 2, 2026.