The Jayanagar-Kurtha rail link between India and Nepal will be extended up to Bijalpura by March 2021. East Central Railway, IRCON and KRCL have come together to ensure the vital link takes shape. The Central government has spent nearly Rs.5,500 mn for the section up to Bijalpura, which is a further 17 km from Kurtha. After Bijalpura, a new line will be constructed till Bardibas after Nepal hands over land for the project. Indian Railways is extending full cooperation to Nepal in running the BG passenger service by sharing know-how and operations and maintenance processes. The Jayanagar-Kurtha section (34.90 km) has been entirely funded by India. Jayanagar is 4 km from the India-Nepal border. Contact: Government of India. Tel: 011-2301 6696.