Railway minister to virtually inaugurate new ROBs, Asansol-Bokaro train run tomorrow

Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union minister for railways, information & broadcasting, and electronics & information technology, will inaugurate the Siuri road over bridge, dedicate the Kumarpur road over bridge to the nation, and flag off the new Asansol-Bokaro train service via video conferencing on 8 February.

He will be joined by Suvendu Adhikari, Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly. These projects represent a major boost to rail infrastructure, safety, and regional connectivity in West Bengal and adjoining areas.

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The newly-built road over bridge replacing level crossing No. 22B/T near Siuri railway station has been completed at a cost of Rs 42 crore. It will eliminate long delays at the crossing, ensuring smoother daily travel for residents of Siuri and nearby areas. The bridge will also enhance safety by removing a busy level crossing and ease traffic congestion around Siuri station, benefiting students, workers, and commuters.

Another key addition is the road over bridge replacing Level Crossing No. 1Spl/E between Barachak and Hirapur Yard Line, constructed at a cost of Rs 54.83 crore. Situated on the GT Road corridor, it provides a vital link between central Asansol, West Burdwan district, and Jharkhand. The bridge will facilitate faster trade and traffic movement, reduce congestion, and improve commuting conditions for local residents.

On the same occasion, a new train service between Asansol and Bokaro Steel City will be flagged off, strengthening connectivity between two of India’s major steel hubs. Both cities host major SAIL establishments, and the service will directly benefit industrial workers, commuters, and residents. Running via West Burdwan and Purulia districts in West Bengal and Bokaro district in Jharkhand, the train is expected to serve a large passenger base, supporting regional economic activity and social integration.