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The Times of India
The Times of India
National
Krishnendu Bandyopadhyay | TNN

Indian Railways Bolsters Connectivity: Masagram station becomes key junction

KOLKATA: In a remarkable leap towards augmenting connectivity and efficiency within the vast Indian Railway network, a pivotal inspection was carried out on Sunday by Divisional Railway Manager, Sanjeev Kumar, alongside Branch Officers at Masagram Station. This strategic station, nestled in the heart of the Purba Barddhaman district in West Bengal, serves as a lifeline for Masagram and its adjacent villages, standing as a pivotal node on the Howrah–Barddhaman chord of the Kolkata Suburban Railway network.

The recent development heralds the provision of a critical linkage between the South Eastern Railway and Eastern Railway at Masagram, aligning seamlessly with the Gati Shakti initiative. This strategic integration is poised to streamline operations and ensure the unhindered flow of trains, promising to significantly benefit passengers and bolster the efficiency of freight transportation across the region.

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