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KGP/Kharagpur Junction (12 PFs)
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Updated: Feb 18 2023 (17:05) by railfan^~
Kharagpur Junction (KGP) is a major railway station in West Bengal, India, known for its bustling atmosphere and extensive connectivity. With 12 platforms, it serves as a crucial hub for long-distance trains across the country. The station provides basic amenities like waiting rooms, food stalls, and a bookstall, making it a convenient point for travelers.

Tourism

Kalighat Temple: A revered Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali.
Jagannath Temple: A prominent temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath.
Ramakrishna Mission Ashram: A spiritual retreat associated with the teachings of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa.
Mosque of Kharagpur: A historic mosque with beautiful architecture.
St. Xavier's Church: A historic Christian church known for its peaceful ambiance.

Food

Annapurna Restaurant: Popular for its delicious vegetarian thalis and snacks.
Govinda's: Serves authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine.
Biryani Blues: Offers a variety of vegetarian biryanis and other North Indian dishes.
The Dhaba: A local favorite for its simple yet flavorful vegetarian food.
Krishna Sweets: A sweet shop known for its variety of fresh sweets and snacks.

Station Address

Station Road, Kharagpur Town, Dist - Paschim Medinipur - 721301
State: West Bengal
Elevation: 39 m above sea level
Type: Junction   Category: NSG-2
Zone: SER/South Eastern   Division: Kharagpur
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Number of Halting Trains: 238
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Sep 05 (17:55)   Indian Railways to Convert Old ICF Coaches into Modified Goods Coaches

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Entry# 6179861   News Entry# 568157         Tags   Past Edits
read full article... यात्री ट्रेनों के पुराने आईसीएफ कोच से होगी वाहनों की ढुलाई

Indian Railways will convert old ICF coaches into Modified Goods Coaches (NMGHS). The South Eastern Zone's Kharagpur workshop will lead the conversion, starting with 400 coaches. This project aims to increase freight speed from 80 km/h to 110 km/h and boost capacity. The conversion will cost over 82 crores and is...
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expected to begin in October. The project is part of a wider initiative to reuse retired ICF coaches, following a 2023 plan developed by RDSO Lucknow. Over 500 ICF coaches have been converted to NMGHS across India for vehicle and packaged goods transportation.

Indian Railways abhi purane ICF coaches ko Modified Goods Coaches (NMGHS) mein badal rahe hain. South Eastern Zone ka Kharagpur workshop pehle 400 coaches ko modify karega. Isse maal dhulay ki speed 80 km/h se badhkar 110 km/h ho jaayegi, aur capacity bhi badhegi. Conversion mein 82 crore se zyada kharch...
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hoga aur October se shuru hone ki ummid hai. Ye project 2023 mein RDSO Lucknow dwara banayi gayi ek badi plan ka hissa hai jisme retired ICF coaches ko reuse kiya jaayega. Desh bhar mein 500 se zyada ICF coaches ko NMGHS mein badal diya gaya hai, jinka istemal vehicle aur packaged maal dhulay mein ho raha hai.
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Sep 03 (21:25)   Santragachi-Ajmer Festival Special Train Service Starts September 30th

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read full article... संतरागाछी-अजमेर त्योहार विशेष ट्रेन सेवा 30 सितंबर से शुरू

The Santragachi-Ajmer festival special train service will run under train numbers 08611 and 08612. Train 08611 will depart from Santragachi at 10:40 PM every Monday from September 30th, 2024, to November 18th, 2024, and will reach Ajmer at 3:00 PM on the third day. Train 08612 will depart from Ajmer at...
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11:40 PM every Thursday from October 3rd, 2024, to November 21st, 2024, and will reach Santragachi at 2:20 PM on the third day. This special train will have stops at some key stations in the South Eastern Railway jurisdiction, including Kharagpur, Tatanagar, Chandil, Muri, Ranchi, and Lohardaga. The special train service is being operated to facilitate passengers during the festive season. It will be beneficial for passengers who want to easily reach their destinations during festivals. The railway has taken this decision to cater to the increasing crowd during the festive season.

Santragachi se Ajmer tak ka festival special train service, train number 08611 aur 08612 ke under chalega. Train 08611 har Monday ko 30 September 2024 se 18 November 2024 tak, raat 10:40 PM pe Santragachi se chalke, teesre din 3:00 PM pe Ajmer pahuchega. Ajmer se Santragachi ke liye, train number...
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08612 har Thursday ko, 3 October 2024 se 21 November 2024 tak, raat 11:40 PM pe Ajmer se chalke, teesre din 2:20 PM pe Santragachi pahuchega. Is special train mein, South Eastern Railway jurisdiction mein aane wale kuchh important stations par stops honge, jaise ki Kharagpur, Tatanagar, Chandil, Muri, Ranchi aur Lohardaga. Festival season mein passengers ki convenience ko dhyaan mein rakhte hue, yeh special train service chalaayi ja rahi hai. Yeh service un passengers ke liye bahut faydemand hogi jo festivals ke during apne destinations tak aasani se pahunchna chahte hain. Railway ne yeh decision festivals ke during badhti crowd ko dhyaan mein rakhte hue liya hai.
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Sep 03 (16:47)   Train Delay Leads to Track Blockade in Jharkhand, India

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read full article... पुरुलिया मेमू ट्रेन लेट होने पर भड़के मजदूर, गोविंदपुर में एक घंटे लाइन जाम किया

On Friday, dozens of laborers in Jharkhand, India, blocked the railway tracks at Govindpur Halt after a Jhargram-Purulia MEMU train was delayed. This caused disruptions to train services for an hour, with trains like the Howrah-Mumbai Duronto Express, Puri-Rishikesh Utkal Express, and other local trains being held up. The incident involved...
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200 people, who were later booked by the Railway Protection Force (RPF). The laborers were demanding timely operation of local trains and were assured by railway officials of improvements in the future. The disruptions were caused by freight trains taking precedence on the tracks, leading to delays in passenger trains. This delay affects students attending colleges and workers going to their jobs. The delays are a recurring issue, with similar incidents reported in the past.

Friday ko, Jharkhand mein Govindpur Halt pe, Jhargram-Purulia MEMU train delay hone ke baad, kai laborers ne track block kar diya. Isse khargapur se tatnagar aane waali trains ka operation ek ghante ke liye band raha. Howrah-Mumbai Duronto Express, Puri-Rishikesh Utkal Express, aur dusre local trains bhi stuck ho gaye. 200...
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logon pe RPF ne case register kiya. Laborers local trains ko time pe chalaane ki demand kar rahe the. Railway officials ne future mein improvement ka assurance diya. Freight trains ke priority hone ki wajah se passenger trains delay hoti hai. Students aur workers ko bahut pareshani hoti hai. Is tarah ki incidents pehle bhi hui hai.
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Sep 02 (17:18)   Chakradharpur Railway School Students Head to Kharagpur for 125th Anniversary Competitions

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read full article... रेलवे इंग्लिश मीडियम स्कूल के 14 छात्र खगड़पुर रवाना,जाने क्या है मामला?

On Monday, 14 students from both campuses of Chakradharpur Railway English Medium School, accompanied by 3 teachers, left for Kharagpur by the Ispat Express to participate in various competitions to be held on August 3rd at the Kharagpur Railway English Medium School's 125th anniversary celebration. The group consisted of 9 female...
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and 5 male students. School principal Jayram Prasad and other teachers saw them off at Chakradharpur station with good wishes.

Monday ko, Chakradharpur Railway English Medium School ke dono campus se 14 students, 3 teachers ke saath, Kharagpur Railway English Medium School ke 125th anniversary celebration me alag alag competitions me part leke aane ke liye Ispat Express se Kharagpur ke liye nikal gaye. Group me 9 ladkiya aur 5 ladke...
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hain. School ke principal Jayram Prasad aur aur teachers ne Chakradharpur station se sabhi students ko shubhkamnaao ke saath ravana kiya.
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