Varanasi: Ramnagar Port to Get Direct Rail Link
Varanasi administration identifies land to connect Ramnagar Port with Jeevnathpur railway station to boost regional freight logistics.
The Varanasi district administration is moving at high speed to bridge the gap between water and rail transport. Efforts to integrate the Ramnagar Multi-Modal Terminal with the national railway network have gained significant momentum, as authorities move to streamline cargo movement and boost the region's logistics potential.
Land Identified in Tengra Village
To make this connectivity a reality, the administration has identified 1,780 square meters (0.1780 hectares) of land in Tengra village, located in the Sadar tehsil. This land is essential for constructing the rail link that will connect the port to the broader network.
Social Impact Assessment and Deadlines
As part of the mandatory legal requirements, a Social Impact Assessment (SIA) has been initiated. This ensures the project complies with the Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation, and Resettlement Act and relevant Uttar Pradesh government regulations.
The administration has called for technical and financial proposals from eligible organizations to conduct this assessment. The deadline for submission is November 10, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Interested agencies can submit their documents in person or via registered post to the office of the Special Land Acquisition Officer at Sanskritik Sankul Bhawan, Maqbool Alam Road, Chaukaghat, Varanasi.
A Direct Link for Freight Efficiency
The project, overseen by the Inland Waterways Authority of India, aims to solve a critical logistics challenge by creating a direct connection:
- The Connection: A dedicated freight link between the Ramnagar port and the nearby Jeevnathpur railway station.
- The Goal: To optimize the movement of cargo, making the transport of goods faster and more cost-effective.
- Economic Impact: Strengthening the multimodal capabilities of Varanasi, turning it into a more efficient hub for trade.
By linking the Ramnagar port directly to the Jeevnathpur railway station, the administration is paving the way for a more integrated and efficient transport ecosystem in Uttar Pradesh.