The Ministry of Railways has taken a decisive step toward enhancing regional connectivity by sanctioning the Final Location Survey (FLS) for three significant rail projects in West Bengal. Covering a total distance of 178 kilometers, these initiatives are designed to modernize the state’s transportation grid and set the stage for future construction. By identifying precise alignments, the surveys aim to bridge long-standing connectivity gaps, fostering socio-economic growth and improving the flow of both passengers and freight across the region.
Among the sanctioned projects is the 73-km Siuri–Nala line, which will link Birbhum with Jharkhand’s Jamtara, significantly boosting the tourism and pilgrimage potential of Bakreshwar Dham. Additionally, the 27-km Arambagh–Khanakul line will bring rail access to the historic birthplace of Raja Rammohan Roy, offering a more efficient alternative to existing road transport. The third initiative is the 78-km Rasulpur–Jangalpara bypass, which will connect the Howrah–Barddhaman main and chord lines. Featuring a rail-over-rail bridge at Masagram, this project is engineered to eliminate time-consuming engine reversals and decongest one of the state’s busiest corridors. Together, these developments represent a major leap forward in creating a more resilient and integrated national rail network.
