The Araria–Galgalia New Railway Line Project has achieved another milestone with the commissioning of the 3.95 km Araria Court–Rahamatpur section and the 4.292 km Y-connection from Araria–Rahamatpur. The sanction for the operation of train services on the newly laid section was granted by the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), N.F. Circle, following a statutory inspection on 28 November 2024.
The 110.75 km-long Araria–Galgalia railway line project, which falls under the Katihar Division of the Northeast Frontier Railway in Bihar, aims to strengthen the existing railway network and enhance operational efficiency. This newly constructed broad-gauge section is expected to facilitate increased freight and passenger traffic, contributing significantly to the region’s socio-economic development.
The commissioning of this section adds to the 23.242 km stretch from Pawakhali station to Thakurganj station via Kadogaon Halt and Bhogdabar Halt, which became operational in June 2024. The latest development brings the total operational length of the project to over 31 km. This expansion is expected to decongest railway sections, enabling smoother train operations, and generating significant employment opportunities in the area.
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With reduced travel times, lower fuel consumption, and cheaper transportation of goods, the project is set to boost the region’s economic landscape. The introduction of new train services will enhance connectivity and promote socio-economic growth for local communities.
The section includes three station buildings—Araria, Araria Court, and Rahamatpur—equipped with essential passenger amenities. These include three gents’ toilets and two ladies’ toilets at each station, drinking water facilities, and high-level platforms designed for convenient boarding and deboarding. The section also features four major bridges and six minor bridges, ensuring robust infrastructure to support train operations.
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