In a move to improve passenger convenience and streamline parcel delivery, Muzaffarpur Junction has extended its parcel service hours from 6 am to 10 pm, up from the previous 8 am to 5 pm schedule. The decision was implemented on Sunday under the orders of DRM Samastipur, Jyoti Prakash Mishra.
The extended 18-hour service will operate in two shifts: 6 am to 2 pm and 2 pm to 10 pm. Previously, parcels arriving on evening trains often remained undelivered, causing inconvenience to passengers and sometimes leading to injuries due to parcels scattered on the platforms.
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Officials from the Railway Board and Central Railway headquarters had previously highlighted this issue. The new arrangement is expected to reduce backlog and provide relief to both passengers and business owners.
Barricading at Bhagwanpur Rail Gate: Following a tragic incident on September 15, where two sisters from Patna were killed by a train while crossing near the Bhagwanpur Over Bridge, the railway has commenced work on iron barricades on both sides of the tracks.
The area was closed after the incident, as the curve in the track limits the visibility of approaching trains. DRM Jyoti Prakash Mishra ordered the barricading to prevent further accidents and improve safety for pedestrians.