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Updated: Dec 05 2023 (17:17)
Sivok Railway Station (SVQ) is a small railway station located on the New Jalpaiguri-Alipurduar line in West Bengal, India. Situated in the picturesque foothills of the Himalayas, Sivok is a popular gateway to Darjeeling and the surrounding tea estates. The station boasts basic amenities like ticket counters, waiting rooms, and restrooms. It's a tranquil stop for travelers seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Tourism

**Sevoke Kalika Mandir:** An ancient temple dedicated to the goddess Kali.
**Gorumara National Park:** Home to a diverse range of flora and fauna.
**Jaldapara National Park:** Wildlife sanctuary known for its one-horned rhinoceros.
**Tea Gardens:** Explore the lush green tea estates of the Darjeeling region.
**Batasia Loop:** Scenic viewpoint offering stunning views of the mountains and the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.

Food

**The Dhaba:** Offers a variety of delicious vegetarian dishes.
**The Spice Garden:** Authentic Indian vegetarian cuisine with a home-style touch.
**The Tea House:** Serves light bites and tea in a cozy setting.
**The Vegetarian Delight:** Budget-friendly vegetarian restaurant with a quick menu.
**The Thali Corner:** Offers traditional Indian thalis with various vegetarian options.

Station Address

NH 10, Sevoke Bazar, Sevoke, District: Darjeeling. Pin: 734005.
State: West Bengal
Elevation: 154 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-6
Zone: NFR/Northeast Frontier   Division: Alipur Duar
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Jun 20 (23:03) India's Strategic Rail Network Expansion: Connecting Sikkim with the Sevoke-Rangpo Line (www.railwaygazette.com)
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read full article... Tracklaying starts on Sikkim rail link

India is investing heavily in its northeastern rail network, aiming to connect all eight states to the national network. Sikkim, the last state to be connected, will be served by the Sevoke-Rangpo railway line. The 45 km line, mainly in tunnels, is strategically important due to Sikkim's location in the eastern...
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Himalayas and its border with China. The line will provide a significant alternative to road transport, particularly during the monsoon season, and will also boost tourism. It's a challenging project due to the terrain, but it's expected to offer scenic views and improve transportation logistics.

India apna northeast ke rail network mein bahut investment kar raha hai, jiska aim hai ki sabhi aath states ko national network se connect kiya jaaye. Sikkim, aakhri state hai jisko connect kiya jaayega, aur yeh Sevoke-Rangpo railway line dwara connect hoga. 45 km lambi line, mainly tunnels mein hai, jo...
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Sikkim ke eastern Himalayas mein location aur China se border hone ki wajah se strategic importance rakta hai. Line road transport ka ek aham alternative provide karega, khaas kar monsoon season mein, aur tourism ko bhi boost karega. Terrain ki wajah se yeh ek challenging project hai, lekin yeh scenic views offer karega aur transportation logistics ko behtar banayega.
May 10 (16:30) Sevoke-Rangpo Railway Project Nears Completion with 93% Tunneling Work Done (www.telegraphindia.com)
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Station Tag: Rangpo/RNGPO added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

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read full article... Tunnel triumph on Sikkim rail route: Sevoke-Rangpo railway project nears completion

The Sevoke-Rangpo railway project, which began in 2009 under former Union Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee, is nearing completion. Officials from the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) reported that around 93% of the tunneling work, which has been challenging due to the difficult terrain, has been finished. The project is expected to...
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be completed by next year.

Sevoke-Rangpo railway project, jo 2009 mein Mamata Banerjee ke time shuru hua tha, almost khatam hone wala hai. Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) ke officials ne bataya hai ki 93% tunneling ka kaam, jo ki bahut mushkil terrain mein kiya ja raha tha, poora ho gaya hai. Project next saal complete hone...
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Jan 10 (00:37) Indian Railways Unveils Construction Manual 2023 to Accelerate Network Growth (pib.gov.in)
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read full article... Press Information Bureau

The Union Minister of Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, launched the 'Indian Railways Construction Manual 2023' in New Delhi. This manual is intended to streamline various construction-related activities, including land acquisition, forest clearance, bridge design, contract management, tunnel construction, and road flyover/under bridges. The Minister stated that this manual will aid in the...
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Indian Railways becoming the world's fastest-growing rail network.

Union Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw ne New Delhi mein 'Indian Railways Construction Manual 2023' launch kiya. Yeh manual land acquisition, forest clearance, bridge design, contract management, tunnel construction aur road flyover/under bridges jaise construction related activities ko streamline karne ke liye hai. Minister ne kaha ki yeh manual Indian Railways ko...
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world's fastest-growing rail network banne mein madad karega.
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May 31 2023 (10:54) Sivok-Rangpo Rail Project Progress: New Milestone As Concrete Lining Of Tunnel 14 Completed (www.msn.com)
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News Entry# 515791   
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May 31 2023 (10:54)
Station Tag: Rangpo/RNGPO added by karbang~/50057

May 31 2023 (10:54)
Station Tag: Sivok/SVQ added by karbang~/50057
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Sivok-Rangpo Rail Project Progress: New Milestone As Concrete Lining Of Tunnel 14 Completed
read full article... Sivok-Rangpo Rail Project Progress: New Milestone As Concrete Lining Of Tunnel 14 Completed
Dec 14 2022 (11:46) India Railways: Evacuation tunnel bored on Sivok-Rangpo train route, project to finish by late 2023 (zeenews.india.com)
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Dec 14 2022 (11:46)
Station Tag: Sivok/SVQ added by karbang~/50057
Stations:  Sivok/SVQ   Rangpo/RNGPO  
Indian Railways has achieved a new breakthrough on the Sivok-Rangpo train route, which will connect West Bengal and Sikkim by boring an evacuation tunnel.
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read full article... India Railways: Evacuation tunnel bored on Sivok-Rangpo train route, project to finish by late 2023
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