Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off the extension of the Tanakpur-Pilibhit Passenger train to Shahjahanpur on Monday, July 6, 2026. The inauguration took place via video conferencing from Rail Sadan in Bhubaneswar. This move aims to improve regional rail connectivity and make travel easier for local residents.
Who will benefit from this train extension?
The extension of the 55322-23 Tanakpur-Pilibhit Passenger train is designed to help specific groups of people. Students, farmers, and traders will now have a more convenient way to travel between these cities. The train will now run via Bisalpur to reach Shahjahanpur, connecting these key hubs more effectively.
What are the key details of the new service?
The extended service started operations on July 6, 2026. This development is part of a larger plan that included the flagging off of the Nanded-Mumbai and Tanakpur-Nanded Express trains. The project is backed by several gauge conversion works completed between 2016 and 2024 on the following routes:
- Bareilly-Tanakpur
- Pilibhit-Shahjahanpur
- Lucknow-Pilibhit
- Pilibhit-Bhojipura
Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also mentioned that the Railways will look into the demand for adding stoppages at Khatima and Banbasa to further help passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which train has been extended to Shahjahanpur?
The 55322-23 Tanakpur-Pilibhit Passenger train has been extended to Shahjahanpur via Bisalpur.
When did the extended service start?
The service was officially flagged off by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on July 6, 2026.