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DPR Ready for Flyover at Level Crossing No. 3 to End Jalpaiguri Traffic Jams
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News18•09-10-2026, 07:18
DPR Ready for Flyover at Level Crossing No. 3 to End Jalpaiguri Traffic Jams
- •Railways have finalized the DPR for constructing a flyover at Level Crossing No. 3 to resolve chronic traffic congestion in Jalpaiguri.
- •Katihar Division DRM Kirendra Narah stated that construction will begin once land-related complexities are resolved.
- •The DRM conducted a surprise visit to Jalpaiguri Town Station to inspect progress under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
- •Assurances were given regarding the resumption of suspended train services and future infrastructure upgrades at the station.
Key Questions Answered
Construction of the proposed flyover at Level Crossing No. 3 will begin once existing land-related complexities and issues are successfully resolved.
These train services are temporarily suspended due to ongoing modernization work at New Jalpaiguri Station, and operations will resume after completion.
Plans include installing an escalator, expanding the platform waiting shed on Platform Number 1, and completing ongoing developments under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
