This development has not only improved connectivity but has also contributed to economic growth and further strengthened tourism in the region, he said.
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Malda in North Bengal on January 17, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has highlighted significant expansion of railway infrastructure in the state since 2014, while Darjeeling MP and BJP national spokesperson Raju Bista announced the launch of several new train services from north Bengal, including India’s first Vande Bharat Express (Sleeper) on the Kolkata-Guwahati route.
The Alipurduar Division of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has achieved a significant milestone in food safety and hygiene, with one railway station and three institutional facilities earning the prestigious Eat Right Station and Eat Right Campus certifications from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
To manage the heavy rush of passengers and devotees during Diwali and the upcoming Chhath Puja, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has been operating 48 festival special trains for 613 trips (overall) in its jurisdiction between September and December, officials said on Monday.
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has reported a 14.1 per cent rise in freight movement during August 2025.
Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has achieved a historic milestone with the successful completion of girder launching on the iconic Noney Bridge in Manipur — now recognised as the world’s tallest railway pier bridge, standing at a towering height of 141 metres.
To cater to the increased passenger demand during the Holi festive season, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) will operate eight pairs of special trains on key routes.
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has made significant progress in electrification, enhancing rail connectivity, reducing travel time, and improving freight movement across its network, a senior railway official said today.
In a significant crackdown on human trafficking and child exploitation, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) of the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) rescued 40 minors and 2 women from various railway stations under its jurisdiction between 1 February and 14 February.
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has introduced several initiatives to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey for pilgrims travelling to the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj.
