Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced a new railway station at Sundarpura to make travel easier for devotees visiting Khatu Shyamji. The station will be located about 11 km away from the temple. This announcement was made on June 21, 2026, during the flagging off of the Jaipur-Darbhanga Amrit Bharat Express.
What are the features of Sundarpura Railway Station?
The new station will be developed near the highway with an estimated cost of 32 crore rupees. Its design will reflect the architectural style of the Khatu Shyam temple. The station will include modern facilities to handle large crowds of pilgrims.
- Double track and two platforms
- Waiting halls and ticket booking counters
- Clock room and large parking area
When will the construction start and what is the status?
The layout and map of the station are already prepared. Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that construction was delayed due to land acquisition processes. The railway ministry expects to complete the necessary formalities in the next 10 to 12 months to move the project forward.
Details of Jaipur-Darbhanga Amrit Bharat Express
Along with the station news, a new Amrit Bharat Express started regular service from June 22, 2026. This train will run six days a week from Jaipur (Khatipura) to Darbhanga.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Coaches | 22 Coaches |
| Coach Breakdown | 8 Sleeper, 11 General 2nd Class, 1 Pantry, 2 LSLRD |
| Key Halt Stations | Sitamarhi, Raxaul, Narkatiaganj, and Gorakhpur |
| Other Development | AI-based Mega Coaching Terminal at Khatipura (205 crore cost) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
सुंदरपुरा रेलवे स्टेशन मंदिर से कितनी दूर है?
यह नया स्टेशन खाटूश्यामजी मंदिर से लगभग 11 किलोमीटर दूर हाईवे के पास बनाया जाएगा।
जयपुर-दरभंगा अमृत भारत एक्सप्रेस कब से शुरू हुई?
इस ट्रेन की नियमित सेवा 22 जून, 2026 से शुरू हो गई है, जो हफ्ते में छह दिन चलेगी।