Bongaon-Bagda Rail Link Approved, But Land Dispute Looms Large
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News18•30-01-2026, 13:44
Bongaon-Bagda Rail Link Approved, But Land Dispute Looms Large
- •Indian Ministry of Railways approves Bongaon-Bagda railway link, announced by Bongaon MP Shantanu Thakur.
- •The project, initially stalled since 2019 due to land disputes, sees renewed approval after MP Thakur's efforts.
- •Three new lines (Bongaon-Poramaheshtala, Bongaon-Chanda, Chandabazar-Bagda) aim to boost connectivity, economy, and daily commute.
- •Central government shifts responsibility to the state for land acquisition, making state government's decision crucial.
- •Locals in border areas express hope for the operationalization of the long-awaited railway line.
Why It Matters: Bongaon-Bagda rail link gets approval, but its implementation hinges on resolving persistent land disputes.
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