Newssuper Report Tania Kundu,Sealdah: 07.10.25 Railway Board, Ministry of Railways has sanctioned for the Final Location Survey (FLS) towards doubling of two critical suburban sections in West Bengal within the Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway. This decisive step is part of a broader strategy to significantly boost capacity, streamline operations, and enhance connectivity across suburban corridors.
The sanction, formalized on September 24, 2025, involves preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for the two doubling Projects:
Significance of the Final Location Survey for Doubling Projects.
*1. Champapukur – Hasnabad Doubling work (16.54 km)*
This crucial suburban route between Champapukur – Hasnabad currently operates as a single line, experiencing nearly 100% capacity utilization with approximately 23 pairs of EMU services running daily.
Doubling of the line will directly alleviate congestion and seamless movement of passenger trains from erstwhile remote areas of different stations in the section viz. Bhyabla Halt, Basirhat, Matania Anantpur, Madhyampur, Nimdanri, Taki Road and eliminate significant detentions caused by train crossings. It will facilitate smoother train movements, laying the groundwork for the introduction of additional suburban services essential for catering to the escalating commuter demand in North 24 Pargana District.
*2. Lakshmikantapur – Namkhana Doubling work (46.56 km)*
This section is a vital link for major tourist and pilgrimage centres, including Gangasagar, Bakkhali, and Henry’s Island. Its capacity utilization exceeds 103%, making the single line a major bottleneck.
Doubling is indispensable for handling the consistently increasing passenger volume and enhancing operational flexibility. The project will be pivotal in strengthening regional connectivity in follwoing stations viz.Udairampur, Kalwan Halt, Karanjali Halt, Nischindapur, Kashinagar Halt, Kwakdip, Ukiler Hat and unlocking greater tourism potential in Sundarban areas of South 24 Pargana district.
Indian Railways sustained commitment to rapidly augmenting suburban infrastructure in West Bengal and bringing easier and comfortable facility for the Commuters.
Once finalized, these doubling projects are expected to deliver tangible benefits to millions of daily commuters across the Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway by ensuring safer and more reliable train operations, reduced delays and significantly improved punctuality & enhanced convenience for a better commuting experience.
The sanction of these projects will be contingent upon the successful examination of the feasibility and preparation of the Detailed Project Report (DPR).
