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KGP/Kharagpur Junction (12 PFs)
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Kharagpur Junction (KGP) is a major railway station in West Bengal, India, known for its bustling atmosphere and extensive connectivity. With 12 platforms, it serves as a crucial hub for long-distance trains across the country. The station provides basic amenities like waiting rooms, food stalls, and a bookstall, making it a convenient point for travelers.

Tourism

Kalighat Temple: A revered Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali.
Jagannath Temple: A prominent temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath.
Ramakrishna Mission Ashram: A spiritual retreat associated with the teachings of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa.
Mosque of Kharagpur: A historic mosque with beautiful architecture.
St. Xavier's Church: A historic Christian church known for its peaceful ambiance.

Food

Annapurna Restaurant: Popular for its delicious vegetarian thalis and snacks.
Govinda's: Serves authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine.
Biryani Blues: Offers a variety of vegetarian biryanis and other North Indian dishes.
The Dhaba: A local favorite for its simple yet flavorful vegetarian food.
Krishna Sweets: A sweet shop known for its variety of fresh sweets and snacks.

Station Address

Station Road, Kharagpur Town, Dist - Paschim Medinipur - 721301
State: West Bengal
Elevation: 39 m above sea level
Type: Junction   Category: NSG-2
Zone: SER/South Eastern   Division: Kharagpur
KGP/Kharagpur Junction is in Recent News
Number of Platforms: 12
Number of Halting Trains: 238
Number of Originating Trains: 18
Number of Terminating Trains: 19
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Today (17:46)   16 Trains Cancelled for 22 Days Due to Third Line Construction in Chakradharpur Railway Division

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read full article... तीसरी लाइन के लिए 28 तक ट्रेनों का आवागमन होगा प्रभावित

The Chakradharpur Railway Division is adding a third line between Kharagpur and Adityapur stations. Due to this project, 16 trains will be cancelled for 22 days, and some trains will have their routes changed. The cancelled trains include the Hatia Tata, Tata Rourkela MEMU, Tata Buxar, Tata Barbil, Howrah Barbil, and...
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Tata Chakradharpur trains. Some major trains like Howrah Ranchi, Howrah Pune, and Howrah Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminal Express will also be affected. These trains will be stopped for a short period on their routes.

Chakradharpur Railway Division mein Kharagpur aur Adityapur stations ke beech third line jodne ke kaam chal rahe hai. Is project ke wajah se, 22 dinon tak 16 trains cancel ki ja rahi hai, aur kuch trains ke routes change kiye ja rahe hai. Cancelled trains mein Hatia Tata, Tata Rourkela MEMU,...
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Tata Buxar, Tata Barbil, Howrah Barbil, and Tata Chakradharpur trains include hai. Kuch major trains like Howrah Ranchi, Howrah Pune, and Howrah Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminal Express bhi affect honge. These trains ko unke routes pe thodi der ke liye rok diya jayega.
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Today (17:44)   16 Trains Cancelled for 22 Days Due to Third Line Construction in Chakradharpur Railway Division

AdittyaaSharma^~   73037 news posts
Entry# 6181906   News Entry# 568425         Tags   Past Edits
read full article... तीसरी लाइन के लिए 28 तक ट्रेनों का आवागमन होगा प्रभावित

The Chakradharpur Railway Division has announced the cancellation of 16 trains for 22 days due to the construction of a third line between Kharagpur and Adityapur stations. The project will affect several trains including Hatia Tata, Tata Rourkela MEMU, Tata Buxar, Tata Barbil, Howrah Barbil, and Tata Chakradharpur. Additionally, some major...
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trains like Howrah Ranchi, Howrah Pune, and Howrah Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminal Express will be temporarily halted on their routes.

Chakradharpur Rail Mandal mein Kharagpur aur Adityapur stations ke beech third line project ke chalte 22 din ke liye 16 trains ko cancel kar diya gaya hai. Hatia Tata, Tata Rourkela MEMU, Tata Buxar, Tata Barbil, Howrah Barbil, aur Tata Chakradharpur jaise kai trains par asar padega. Iske alawa, kuchh major...
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trains jaise Howrah Ranchi, Howrah Pune, aur Howrah Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminal Express ko unke routes par kuchh samay ke liye rok diya jayega.
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Sep 05 (17:55)   Indian Railways to Convert Old ICF Coaches into Modified Goods Coaches

AdittyaaSharma^~   73037 news posts
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read full article... यात्री ट्रेनों के पुराने आईसीएफ कोच से होगी वाहनों की ढुलाई

Indian Railways will convert old ICF coaches into Modified Goods Coaches (NMGHS). The South Eastern Zone's Kharagpur workshop will lead the conversion, starting with 400 coaches. This project aims to increase freight speed from 80 km/h to 110 km/h and boost capacity. The conversion will cost over 82 crores and is...
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expected to begin in October. The project is part of a wider initiative to reuse retired ICF coaches, following a 2023 plan developed by RDSO Lucknow. Over 500 ICF coaches have been converted to NMGHS across India for vehicle and packaged goods transportation.

Indian Railways abhi purane ICF coaches ko Modified Goods Coaches (NMGHS) mein badal rahe hain. South Eastern Zone ka Kharagpur workshop pehle 400 coaches ko modify karega. Isse maal dhulay ki speed 80 km/h se badhkar 110 km/h ho jaayegi, aur capacity bhi badhegi. Conversion mein 82 crore se zyada kharch...
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hoga aur October se shuru hone ki ummid hai. Ye project 2023 mein RDSO Lucknow dwara banayi gayi ek badi plan ka hissa hai jisme retired ICF coaches ko reuse kiya jaayega. Desh bhar mein 500 se zyada ICF coaches ko NMGHS mein badal diya gaya hai, jinka istemal vehicle aur packaged maal dhulay mein ho raha hai.
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Sep 03 (21:25)   Santragachi-Ajmer Festival Special Train Service Starts September 30th

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read full article... संतरागाछी-अजमेर त्योहार विशेष ट्रेन सेवा 30 सितंबर से शुरू

The Santragachi-Ajmer festival special train service will run under train numbers 08611 and 08612. Train 08611 will depart from Santragachi at 10:40 PM every Monday from September 30th, 2024, to November 18th, 2024, and will reach Ajmer at 3:00 PM on the third day. Train 08612 will depart from Ajmer at...
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11:40 PM every Thursday from October 3rd, 2024, to November 21st, 2024, and will reach Santragachi at 2:20 PM on the third day. This special train will have stops at some key stations in the South Eastern Railway jurisdiction, including Kharagpur, Tatanagar, Chandil, Muri, Ranchi, and Lohardaga. The special train service is being operated to facilitate passengers during the festive season. It will be beneficial for passengers who want to easily reach their destinations during festivals. The railway has taken this decision to cater to the increasing crowd during the festive season.

Santragachi se Ajmer tak ka festival special train service, train number 08611 aur 08612 ke under chalega. Train 08611 har Monday ko 30 September 2024 se 18 November 2024 tak, raat 10:40 PM pe Santragachi se chalke, teesre din 3:00 PM pe Ajmer pahuchega. Ajmer se Santragachi ke liye, train number...
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08612 har Thursday ko, 3 October 2024 se 21 November 2024 tak, raat 11:40 PM pe Ajmer se chalke, teesre din 2:20 PM pe Santragachi pahuchega. Is special train mein, South Eastern Railway jurisdiction mein aane wale kuchh important stations par stops honge, jaise ki Kharagpur, Tatanagar, Chandil, Muri, Ranchi aur Lohardaga. Festival season mein passengers ki convenience ko dhyaan mein rakhte hue, yeh special train service chalaayi ja rahi hai. Yeh service un passengers ke liye bahut faydemand hogi jo festivals ke during apne destinations tak aasani se pahunchna chahte hain. Railway ne yeh decision festivals ke during badhti crowd ko dhyaan mein rakhte hue liya hai.
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