Sambhal Railway Expansion: Public demand for Sambhal-Gajraula rail line resurfaces
The demand for the expansion of the railway line in Sambhal has gained new momentum. Local residents and political leaders are pushing for the Sambhal-Gajraula route to improve connectivity. This project has been a pending requirement for nearly five decades to help the region grow economically.
What are the latest updates on the Sambhal-Gajraula rail line?
Sambhal MP Ziaurrehman Barq met Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on April 4, 2026, to request quick approval for the expansion. He also proposed a new rail link connecting Sambhal, Chandausi, and Badaun to Delhi. While the survey work was completed long ago, the project is still waiting for budget allocation from the government.
Who is leading the movement for railway expansion?
Several social and religious organizations are actively campaigning for the project. Advocate Chaudhary Raviraj Chahal is leading public awareness drives, and Mahant Dayal Das Ji has written to the Prime Minister for budget approval. Other supporting groups include Manav Vikas Jan Seva Samiti and Vikas Divyang Seva Samiti.
How will this project benefit the local people?
Currently, Sambhal relies on Hatim Sarai station, which only has two-coach DEMU trains running twice daily to Bilari, Raja Ka Sahaspur, and Moradabad. There is no direct train to Delhi, Lucknow, or Haridwar. The expansion will help in the following ways:
| Beneficiary | Impact |
|---|---|
| Students | Easier access to higher education in big cities |
| Patients | Faster travel to major hospitals |
| Traders | Boost in commercial activities and trade |
| Devotees | Better connectivity to Shri Kalki Bhagwan temple |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the current train facility in Sambhal?
Sambhal currently uses Hatim Sarai station where only two-coach DEMU trains run twice daily to Bilari, Raja Ka Sahaspur, and Moradabad.
Why is the Sambhal-Gajraula expansion delayed?
Although the survey work was completed years ago, the project is delayed because the official budget allocation is still pending.
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