Deoria: Rewali Railway Crossing Closed for Rail Doubling
The Rewali railway crossing in Deoria was closed for 3.5 hours due to the Bhatni-Varanasi rail doubling project. Find alternative routes here.
The Rewali railway crossing, identified as Level Crossing No. LC-16, was shut down for three and a half hours on Monday, November 2, 2026. The closure was necessary to facilitate essential pitching and packing operations required for the ongoing Bhatni-Varanasi rail section doubling project.
Technical Work and Administrative Coordination
The disruption occurred between 12:00 PM and 3:30 PM to allow for critical infrastructure improvements. The construction activities were coordinated by Resident Engineer Virendra Kumar, who is based in Mau.
To ensure public safety and maintain administrative order, formal notifications regarding the closure were issued in advance to several key officials, including:
- The District Magistrate of Deoria
- The RPF Inspector at Bhatni
- The Station House Officer (SHO) of Mail-Lar
- The Station Masters of Lar Road and Belthara Road
Traffic Disruption and Commuter Impact
The shutdown of the crossing had a significant impact on a vital transit route that connects Bhagalpur to Lar, Mail, and Belthara Road. As the crossing was inaccessible, long queues of vehicles began to form on both sides of the tracks.
The closure caused notable delays for various commuters, including students and those operating emergency vehicles, who were forced to navigate around the disruption.
Safety Measures and Recommended Detours
During the three-and-a-half-hour window, authorities implemented safety protocols by deploying traffic guards and installing warning signs near the crossing to guide motorists.
To minimize travel delays, commuters were advised to utilize the following alternative routes:
- The Bhagalpur-Kundoli-Lar road
- The Pindi-Pipra Chauraha road