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BQA/Bankura Junction (3 PFs)
बांकुड़ा जंक्शन
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Updated: Jun 25 (12:54)
Bankura Junction (BQA) is a major railway station in the town of Bankura, West Bengal. Situated off Second Feeder Road, it offers three platforms, basic amenities like waiting rooms and refreshment stalls. It serves as a gateway to the historic and culturally rich region of Bankura, known for its terracotta art, Bishnupur temples, and the scenic Susunia hills.

Tourism

Bankura Rajbari: A historical palace with intricate architecture and cultural significance.
Susunia Hills: Scenic hills with rock formations and ancient temples, offering hiking trails and stunning views.
Bishnupur: Known for its terracotta temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu, a popular pilgrimage site.
Madan Mohan Temple: A revered temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, famous for its beautiful carvings and festive celebrations.
Jora Mandir: Two temples dedicated to Shiva and Parvati, known for their unique architectural style.

Food

Bhojohori Manna: Popular for Bengali vegetarian delicacies and thalis.
Annapurna Restaurant: Offers a range of vegetarian dishes, known for its hygiene and good service.
Shree Krishna Sweets: Specializes in sweets and snacks, perfect for a quick bite.
The Dhaba: Casual eatery serving delicious vegetarian curries and parathas.
Subway: Chain restaurant offering a variety of vegetarian sandwiches and salads.

Station Address

Off. Second Feeder Road, Station Road, Bankura - 722 122
State: West Bengal
Elevation: 84 m above sea level
Type: Junction   Category: NSG-4
Zone: SER/South Eastern   Division: Adra
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Aug 20 (16:33)   BQA/Bankura Junction (3 PFs)
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Revenue of last FY 2023-24 (reserved & unreserved)
Of top 6 station under Adra Division. From my RTI data. BKSC reigns with 66 cr belonging to A category while VSU struggles with 5.5 cr despite of being an B category one.
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Aug 15 (10:47)   08091/Masagram - Bankura MEMU Special | BQA/Bankura Junction (3 PFs)
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Aug 07 (11:45)   Near-Miss Accident: Dhanbad-Bankura MEMU Train Avoids Collision with Goods Train

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read full article... Jharkhand News: एक ही ट्रैक पर आमने-सामने आ गई मेमू और मालगाड़ी, हो सकता था बड़ा रेल हादसा; 2 निलंबित

A near-miss accident occurred on Tuesday afternoon when the Dhanbad-Bankura MEMU train narrowly avoided a collision with a goods train near the Pradhankhunta-Rakshitpur stations in the Dhanbad railway division. The MEMU train, scheduled to stop at the home signal, overshot it and proceeded onto the same track as the approaching goods...
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train. Railway personnel alerted the MEMU driver, who stopped the train after crossing the home signal. The MEMU driver and guard have been suspended pending an investigation. The MEMU departed Dhanbad at 2:25 PM, while the goods train originated from Sindri. The goods train was supposed to travel from Rakshitpur to Pradhankhunta and then onto the Dhanbad-Howrah main line. The incident caused a stir within the railway department, with senior officials ordering the MEMU driver and guard to be relieved at Rakshitpur and their subsequent suspension. The driver and guard, both belonging to the Adra Railway Division under the South Eastern Railway, are subject to medical examinations and other procedures. Major charge sheets have been issued against them. The Dhanbad railway division has notified the Adra Railway Division about the incident.

Tuesday ko dopahar, Dhanbad-Bankura MEMU train, Pradhankhunta-Rakshitpur station ke beech ek badi rail haadse se bach gayi. MEMU train, ek goods train se takkar se bal-bal bach gayi. MEMU train, home signal pe rukna tha, par wo usko cross karke aage chal gayi aur same track pe aage aane wali goods...
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train ke samne aa gayi. Railway staff ne MEMU driver ko alert kiya aur usne home signal cross karke train rok li. MEMU driver aur guard ko suspend kar diya gaya hai. MEMU Dhanbad se 2:25 PM pe chali thi aur goods train Sindri se chali thi. Goods train ko Rakshitpur se Pradhankhunta aur fir Dhanbad-Howrah main line pe jana tha. Is incident se railway department mein hullabaloo mac gaya aur senior officials ne MEMU driver aur guard ko Rakshitpur pe utar diya aur suspend kar diya. Driver aur guard dono Adra Railway Division ke hai, jo South Eastern Railway ke under hai. Unki medical check-up aur other procedures shuru ho gaye hai. Unke khilaf major charge sheet issue ki gayi hai. Dhanbad railway division ne Adra Railway Division ko is incident ke baare mein bataya hai.
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ECR/East Central
Jul 08 (08:06)   Cancellation of 08677/08678 Bishnupur-Dhanbad-Bankura MEMU Express Due to Maintenance Work

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read full article... बांकुड़ा मेमू 16 जुलाई तक चार दिन नहीं चलेगी

The 08677/08678 Bishnupur-Dhanbad-Bankura MEMU Express will not operate on July 8th and 14th to 16th due to planned maintenance work on the South Eastern Railway. The train will be cancelled in both directions.

South Eastern Railway pe planned maintenance kaam ke wajah se 08677/08678 Bishnupur-Dhanbad-Bankura MEMU Express 8 July aur 14, 15, 16 July ko nahi chalega. Train dono taraf se cancel kar diya gaya hai.
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SER/South Eastern
Jul 06 (04:32)   Cancellation of Bishnupur-Dhanbad-Bankura MEMU Express Train

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read full article... Railway News: बिष्णुपुर- धनबाद- बांकुड़ा मेमू एक्सप्रेस रद

The Railway has decided to cancel the operation of the Bishnupur-Dhanbad-Bankura MEMU Express (train number 08677/08678) due to unavoidable operational reasons. The cancellation will be effective from [specific dates, to be provided in the TEXT CONTENT]. Passengers are requested to take note of this change in their travel plans. The Railway...
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regrets any inconvenience caused. For further information, passengers can contact the Railway's official website or the nearest railway station.

Railway ne unavoidable operational reasons ki wajah se Bishnupur-Dhanbad-Bankura MEMU Express (train number 08677/ 08678) ka operation cancel karne ka decision liya hai. Train ka operation in dates pe cancel rahega: [specific dates, to be provided in the TEXT CONTENT]. Passengers se request hai ki wo apni travel plans mein is...
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badlav ka dhyaan rakhen. Railway kisi bhi asuvidha ke liye khed vyakt karta hai. Zyada information ke liye passengers Railway ki official website ya nearest railway station se contact kar sakte hain.
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