Bangladesh Railway Expands with Three New Routes
Bangladesh Railway Expands with Three New Routes
The Bangladesh Railway is experiencing one of the most significant periods in its 161-year history as it prepares to inaugurate three new railway routes connecting five districts. These developments aim to enhance connectivity and bring rail services to previously unlinked regions.
The highly anticipated 6.15km Padma Rail Bridge will be inaugurated with the goal of extending rail access to the country's southwest region. This achievement represents the realisation of a long-standing vision to connect people across the mighty Padma to Dhaka by land transport.
Additionally, two mor..
Indo-Bangla railway set for trial run
Indo-Bangladesh Railway Trial Run to Start in September
A senior official has revealed that a trial run of the railway line connecting Nischintapur in Tripura with Gangasagar railway station in Bangladesh is scheduled to take place on either September 9 or 10. The initial phase will involve the introduction of goods trains from Gangasagar to Nischintapur, with plans to eventually extend the service to Agartala station.
P Kumaran, the Additional Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), undertook a visit to the Nischintapur railway yard on August 26. During the visit, a meeting was held with representatives from the railway and..
Kerala Strongly Opposes Closure of Palakkad Railway Division
Amidst growing speculation regarding the central government's contemplation of shutting down the Palakkad Railway Division, Kerala has emerged as a staunch opponent of such a move. The state's Chief Minister, Pinarayi Vijayan, has vehemently expressed Kerala's dissent through a formal letter addressed to the Railway Ministry. In the missive, Kerala underscores the Palakkad Railway Division's pivotal significance in maintaining crucial transportation links within the state. Situated strategically in the southern part of Kerala, the division serves as a vital artery facilitating the smooth movem..
Namma Metro Yellow Line Prepares for December Launch
Bengaluru's Namma Metro Yellow Line is gearing up for its anticipated launch in December, with the commencement of Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety (CMRS) testing soon. This development marks a significant milestone in the expansion of Bengaluru's metro network, enhancing connectivity across the city.
The Yellow Line, stretching from Nagasandra to BIEC (Bangalore International Exhibition Centre), is poised to become a vital artery in Bengaluru's public transportation system. Once operational, it will provide commuters with a convenient and efficient mode of travel, easing congestion o..