Purulia-Howrah Train Delays Spark Passenger Outrage, Railways Assure Improvement
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News18•28-01-2026, 17:30
Purulia-Howrah Train Delays Spark Passenger Outrage, Railways Assure Improvement
- •Passengers traveling between Purulia and Howrah face extreme distress due to frequent train delays, sometimes up to 8-9 hours.
- •Purulia, a key tourist destination in Jangalmahal, relies heavily on these limited train services for connectivity to Kolkata.
- •Five main trains connect Purulia to Howrah: MEMU, Superfast Express, Rupasi Bangla Express, Vande Bharat Express, and Chakradharpur-Howrah Express.
- •Purulia MP Jyotirmoy Singh Mahato discussed the issue with the Railway Minister, attributing delays to ongoing railway work.
- •Chief Public Relations Officer Om Prakash Charan stated that services are now mostly on time, with disruptions only during emergencies.
Why It Matters: Passengers are frustrated by Purulia-Howrah train delays, but railway officials and MP assure improvements are underway.
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