Jagran Correspondent, Patna: Passengers are advised to check their train schedules in advance, as work to connect the newly constructed double-line rail bridge-built parallel to the historic Rajendra Bridge over the Ganga near Mokama-to the existing railway network has entered its final phase.
To facilitate the project, pre-non-interlocking (Pre-NI) and non-interlocking (NI) work will be carried out from September 21 to October 4, significantly affecting train operations. The work will lead to the cancellation, diversion, and partial regulation of several trains during this period.
Train Operations to Remain Affected from September 21 to October 4
According to railway authorities, 339 trains will remain cancelled during the 14-day period, while the routes of 384 trains will be diverted.
In addition, 56 trains will be partially terminated and 67 trains will have partial origination. Passengers have been advised to check the latest status and route of their trains before planning their journey.
Maximum of 36 Trains to Be Cancelled on October 3
The number of cancelled trains will vary each day. A total of six trains will be cancelled on September 20, followed by 12 on September 21, 13 on September 22, 15 on September 23, 21 on September 24, 24 on September 25, 29 on September 26, and 31 on September 27.
Further, 21 trains will remain cancelled on September 28, 20 on September 29, 25 on September 30, 32 on October 1, 32 on October 2, 36 on October 3-the highest during the disruption-and 21 trains on October 4.
The Railways will release a separate detailed list of trains whose routes have been changed. Passengers are advised to plan their travel only after checking the latest railway notifications.
New Bridge to Be Connected to the Main Rail Network
According to Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Saraswati Chandra, the work will be carried out in the Rajendra Bridge, Upper Hathidah Junction, Tal Junction, and Rampur Dumra sections under the Danapur Division, as well as the Dinkar Gram-Simaria section under the Sonpur Division.
The project involves integrating the newly constructed double-line rail bridge with the existing railway network and establishing the main rail link between Dinkar Gram-Simaria and Barauni Junction.
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Entire Project Spans Nearly 14 Kilometres
The new rail bridge has been constructed around 50 metres from the existing Rajendra Bridge on the Patna side. While the main bridge is approximately 1.9 km long, the entire project, including the approach lines, extends nearly 14 km.
The project also includes the construction of nine minor bridges, two road overbridges (ROBs), and three rail-over-rail structures.
New Bridge Expected to Double Corridor Capacity
The new rail line will connect Hathidah, Tal, and Rampur Dumra stations with Rajendra Bridge and Barauni stations.
Once operational, the new bridge is expected to significantly enhance the capacity of this vital rail corridor, enabling faster, smoother, and safer train operations while easing congestion on the existing Rajendra Bridge.