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Transportation systems
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5 Indian Railway stations that connect to other countries
- Haldibari Railway Station
Located 4.5 km from the Bangladesh border in West Bengal, Haldibari
Railway Station connects with Chilhati Station in Bangladesh.
Operational since December 2020, the Mitali Express began its service in
2021, running from New Jalpaiguri Junction to Dhaka, with a stop at
Haldibari.
- Jaynagar Railway Station
In Bihar’s Madhubani district, it lies just 4 km from the Nepal border
and connects to Kurtha station in Janakpur, Nepal. This passenger train
service was restored recently, allowing people from both countries to
travel without passports or visas.
- Singhabad Railway Station
Located in Malda district, West Bengal, this is an important freight
transit point linking to Rohanpur in Bangladesh and to Nepal.
- Petrapole Railway Station
Located in the North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, this station
connects to Benapole in Bangladesh and is the starting point for the
Bandhan Express that runs between Kolkata and Khulna. is a crucial hub
for both passenger (need valid passports and visas) and freight
services.
- Radhikapur Railway Station
Located in West Bengal near the Bangladesh border in Uttar Dinajpur, it
connects directly to Biral Railway Station in Bangladesh. Mainly
handling freight, it plays a big role in boosting trade between India’s
eastern states like Assam and Bihar and parts of Bangladesh.
Sources:
5 Indian Railway stations that connect you to other countries, ET Online, 15 Jan 15 2025
India’s International Train Links: These 5 Indian Stations Connect You To Another Country By Train, Zee Media Bureau, 6 Jun 2025
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Sikkim - the only state currently without railway connectivity
The Sivok-Rangpo railway project is an effort by the Indian Railways to
link the state of Sikkim with the national rail system for their first
time. This challenging venture covers 44.98 kilometers and will connect
Sivok in West Bengal with Rangpo in Sikkim, passing through beautiful
mountains and valleys along its route. The Sivok-Rangpo railway project
is carried out by the Northeast Frontier Railway zone together with
IRCON International Limited, which used to be called Indian Railways
Construction Company Limited. The train track will have five stops on
its way: these are Sivok, Riyang, and Teesta Bazaar in the state of West
Bengal; also, Melli and Rangpo which are located in Sikkim.
The Sivok-Rangpo train project will pass through difficult land,
including the Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary and various forest areas like
Kurseong, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and East Sikkim. This railway track
will have 19 bridges and 14 tunnels; these tunnels make up about 38.55
kilometers which is almost 85% of the entire route. The longest tunnel
will measure 5,270 meters, while the shortest will span 538 meters.
This train line will link to the Nathu La pass, which is a key point on the border between Sikkim and China.
The Teesta Bazaar railway station is a key part of the Sivok-Rangpo
railway project. It’s going to be India’s first big underground station
in high places and partly mountain areas. This station will have a
platform that is 620 meters long, so it can hold an entire train with
all its carriages. Additionally, the station will have six access
tunnels for emergencies and evacuations.
Source: sikkimtourism.org
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The Jaynagar Railway Station in Madhubani, Bihar, serves as the last
railway station in India bordering Nepal. A short distance separates the
Indian and Nepalese stations, connected by an overbridge. This allows
passengers to travel on both Indian and foreign railways. The station,
part of North Railway, allows access to destinations across India
including Delhi and Mumbai. On the other side of a wall lies the
Nepalese railway station, informally known as 'Jaynagar Nepali Railway
Station.' Upon entering the Nepalese station, baggage checks are
conducted. Passengers can then proceed with their journey. The
overbridge at Jaynagar Railway Station provides access to both Indian
and Nepalese railways. The Indian government funds the Nepalese railway
infrastructure, including trains, stations, and track laying, with some
involvement from the Nepalese government. The Konkan Railway Corporation
Limited, a Government of India undertaking, constructed the Nepal
Railway Project.
Source: indiarailinfo.com
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