Indian Railways Approves New Bankura-Purulia-Hura Line: Boost for Regional Connectivity
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News18•29-01-2026, 07:45
Indian Railways Approves New Bankura-Purulia-Hura Line: Boost for Regional Connectivity
- •Indian Railways has officially approved the construction of a new railway line connecting Bankura (Kalabati) to Hura via Purulia.
- •Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw granted formal clearance for the project, fulfilling a long-standing demand from residents.
- •Purulia MP Jyotirmoy Singh Mahato received the official letter confirming the project's approval.
- •The new line is expected to significantly strengthen rail connectivity between Purulia, Bankura, and surrounding areas.
- •It will ease passenger travel, facilitate transportation of agricultural and industrial products, and boost local trade and economy.
Why It Matters: New Bankura-Purulia-Hura railway line approved, promising enhanced connectivity and economic growth.
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