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BLGT/Balurghat (2 PFs)
बालुरघाट
বালুরঘাট

Track: Single Electric-Line

Updated: Dec 01 2023 (12:12)
Balurghat Railway Station (BLGT) is located in Gobindpur, West Bengal, India. It features 2 platforms and serves as a crucial transportation hub for the region. The station offers basic amenities like waiting rooms, restrooms, and refreshment stalls, and its proximity to the Bangladesh border makes it a popular point of entry for travellers.

Tourism

Kali Temple: A revered temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, known for its spiritual significance.
Hanuman Temple: A popular temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, visited for blessings and peace.
Shiva Temple: A peaceful temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its serene atmosphere.
Ramkrishna Mission: A spiritual center offering peace and solace to visitors.
Balurghat Mosque: A prominent mosque known for its architectural beauty and Islamic significance.

Food

Shanti Restaurant: Famous for its delicious vegetarian thalis and snacks.
Annapurna Sweets: Offers a wide variety of sweets, savouries, and snacks.
Bhojanalaya: A popular spot for traditional Indian vegetarian cuisine.
Rajdhani Dhaba: Serves a range of vegetarian dishes, including North Indian curries.
Shree Krishna Restaurant: Known for its tasty vegetarian thalis and snacks.

Station Address

Gobindpur, Chak Bhrigu GP, Balurghat, District: Dakshin Dinajpur. Pin: 733101.
State: West Bengal
Elevation: 24 m above sea level
Type: Terminus   Category: NSG-5
Zone: NFR/Northeast Frontier   Division: Katihar
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Jun 29 (12:48) Union Minister Inspects Balurghat Railway Station Development, Hints at South India Trains (tv9bangla.com)
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read full article... Sukanta Majumdar: বালুরঘাট থেকে কবে দক্ষিণ ভারতের ট্রেন? বড় আশার কথা শোনালেন কেন্দ্রীয় মন্ত্রী সুকান্ত

Union Minister of State for Education and Development of North Eastern Region, Sukant Majumdar, who is also the BJP MP from Balurghat, visited Balurghat railway station on Sunday afternoon. He inspected the ongoing work under the Amrit Bharat initiative, which includes the construction of a third platform and additional tracks. Majumdar...
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also expressed hope that trains to South India would soon be operational from Balurghat, stating that discussions are underway to increase capacity and accommodate additional trains. He mentioned that the pit line work has been completed, and work on the sick line and third platform is ongoing.

Balurghat se BJP MP aur Education aur North Eastern Region ke Development ke Union Minister of State, Sukant Majumdar, Sunday ke dopahar Balurghat railway station pe gaye. Unhone Amrit Bharat initiative ke neeche chal rahe kaam ki jaanch ki, jisme ek teesra platform aur alag track banaya ja raha hai. Majumdar...
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ne ye bhi ummid dikhayi ki Balurghat se South India ke liye train jaldi hi chalegi, aur bataya ki capacity badhane aur alag trains ke liye jagah banane pe baat chal rahi hai. Unhone bataya ki pit line ka kaam khatam ho chuka hai, aur sick line aur teesre platform pe kaam chal raha hai.
Jun 20 (23:07) Mendipathar to be Meghalaya’s Railway Gateway to Kolkata via Bangladesh (nenews.in)
IR Affairs
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Jun 20 2024 (23:07)
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read full article... Mendipathar to be Meghalaya’s railway gateway to Kolkata via Bangladesh

The Indian Railways has approved the Final Location Survey (FLS) for 14 new railway routes, including a 250 km segment along the West Bengal – Bangladesh – Meghalaya route (Balurghat – Hili – Gaibandha – Mahendraganj – Tura – Mendipathar). This will strengthen rail connectivity with neighboring countries and boost trade...
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and tourism in the Northeast. The move aims to reduce reliance on the Siliguri Corridor route and improve travel time to the Northeast. This initiative will enhance both passenger and freight services. Mendipathar, Meghalaya's only railway station, was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2014 and became operational. The station has recently received electric train services following the completion of electrification works. These new routes are expected to further integrate the Northeast into national and international transport networks.

Indian Railways ne 14 new railway routes ke liye Final Location Survey (FLS) approve kar diya hai, jismein West Bengal – Bangladesh – Meghalaya route (Balurghat – Hili – Gaibandha – Mahendraganj – Tura – Mendipathar) ka 250 km segment bhi shamil hai. Isse neighbouring countries ke saath rail connectivity strong...
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hogi aur Northeast mein trade aur tourism ko boost milega. Is move ka aim Siliguri Corridor route par dependancy kam karna aur Northeast tak travel time improve karna hai. Is initiative se passenger aur freight services dono ko benefit milega. Meghalaya ka akele railway station Mendipathar, 2014 mein Prime Minister Narendra Modi dwara inaugurated kiya gaya tha aur operational ho gaya tha. Station ko recently electric train services mil gayi hai, electrification works complete hone ke baad. In new routes se Northeast ko national aur international transport networks mein further integrate karne ki ummid hai.
Apr 15 (12:34) Farakka Express to Start from Balurghat from April 15th (www.prabhatkhabar.com)
IR Affairs
ER/Eastern
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read full article... फरक्का एक्सप्रेस आज से बालूरघाट से चलेगी

The Farakka Express, currently originating from Malda Railway Station and traveling to Delhi, will be shifted to Balurghat from April 15th, 2024, for the convenience of passengers. This was announced by the Public Relations Officer of the Malda Division.

Farakka Express, jo abhi Malda Railway Station se chalta hai aur Delhi tak jaata hai, usko passengers ki convenience ke liye Balurghat se start kiya jaayega 15 April 2024 se. Ye baat Malda Division ke Public Relations Officer ne bataya.
Jan 01 (14:37) New Balurghat-Sealdah Express to Boost Connectivity in Northern West Bengal (www.telegraphindia.com)
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read full article... Bengal gets new train connecting Balurghat to Calcutta, Ashwini Vaishnaw to flag off on Monday ISRO successfully fire fourth stage of PSLV-C58 twice to hold scientific experiments

A new train, the Balurghat-Sealdah Express, will be inaugurated on Monday, January 1st, by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw via video conferencing. This train will connect the South Dinajpur district with Kolkata, aiming to improve railway connectivity and foster socio-economic development in northern West Bengal. The train will start its regular service...
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on Tuesday from Sealdah and Wednesday from Balurghat. It will operate daily, leaving Sealdah at 10:30 pm and arriving at Balurghat at 8:30 am. The return journey will depart from Balurghat at 7 pm and reach Sealdah at 4:20 am. The train will make stops at Naihati, Bandel, Nabadwipdham, Katwa, Azimganj, Jangipur Road, New Farakka, Malda Town, Eklakhi, Gazole, Buniadpur, Ganga Rampur, and Rampur. The train will offer various classes, including AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, AC 3-tier Economy, First AC, Sleeper Class, and General Second Class.

Monday, January 1st pe, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw video conferencing se Balurghat-Sealdah Express ko flag-off karenge. Ye train South Dinajpur district ko Kolkata se connect karega aur northern West Bengal mein railway connectivity improve karke socio-economic development ko promote karega. Train ka regular service Tuesday se Sealdah aur Wednesday se Balurghat...
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se start hoga. Ye daily service hoga, Sealdah se 10:30 pm pe chalta hai aur 8:30 am pe Balurghat pe pahunchta hai. Balurghat se 7 pm pe chalta hai aur 4:20 am pe Sealdah pahunchta hai. Train Naihati, Bandel, Nabadwipdham, Katwa, Azimganj, Jangipur Road, New Farakka, Malda Town, Eklakhi, Gazole, Buniadpur, Ganga Rampur, aur Rampur pe rukta hai. Train mein AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, AC 3-tier Economy, First AC, Sleeper Class, aur General Second Class coaches hain.
Jan 01 (14:34) New Balurghat-Sealdah Express Train Inaugurated, Boosting West Bengal Connectivity (theprint.in)
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read full article... West Bengal gets new train connecting Balurghat to Kolkata, Vaishnaw to flag off on Monday

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will inaugurate the Balurghat-Sealdah Express on Monday, December 31st, 2023, via video conference at 12 pm. This new train service, a 'New Year gift' for West Bengal, will improve railway connectivity in the northern part of the state, fostering socio-economic development. Regular service begins Tuesday from Sealdah...
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and Wednesday from Balurghat, operating daily. The train departs Sealdah at 10:30 pm, arriving Balurghat at 8:30 am. In the opposite direction, it departs Balurghat at 7:00 pm, arriving Sealdah at 4:20 am. The train stops at Naihati, Bandel, Nabadwipdham, Katwa, Azimganj, Jangipur Road, New Farakka, Malda Town, Eklakhi, Gazole, Buniadpur, Ganga Rampur, and Rampur stations. The train offers various classes: AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, AC 3-tier Economy, First AC, Sleeper Class, and General Second Class.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Monday, December 31st, 2023 ko Balurghat-Sealdah Express ka inauguration karenge, video conference ke through 12 pm pe. Ye new train service, West Bengal ke liye 'New Year gift' hai, aur yeh state ke northern part mein railway connectivity ko improve karega, aur socio-economic development ko promote karega....
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Regular service Tuesday ko Sealdah se aur Wednesday ko Balurghat se start hoga, aur yeh daily service hoga. Train Sealdah se 10:30 pm pe chalta hai, aur Balurghat pe 8:30 am pe pahunchta hai. Dusri taraf, yeh Balurghat se 7:00 pm pe chalta hai, aur Sealdah station pe 4:20 am pe pahunchta hai. Train Naihati, Bandel, Nabadwipdham, Katwa, Azimganj, Jangipur Road, New Farakka, Malda Town, Eklakhi, Gazole, Buniadpur, Ganga Rampur, aur Rampur stations pe rukta hai. Train mein different classes available hai: AC 2-tier, AC 3-tier, AC 3-tier Economy, First AC, Sleeper Class, aur General Second Class.
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