GM/NFR Inspects Electrification Works in Araria – Galgalia Section and Redevelopment Works at World Class NJP Station

 Guwahati, 24^th May, 2026:

Shri Chetan Kumar Shrivastava, General Manager of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) carried out a comprehensive inspection of ongoing electrification works in the Araria – Galgalia section on 22^nd May, 2026 along with a review of redevelopment and upgradation works at New Jalpaiguri (NJP) station. He was accompanied by senior officials from NFR Headquarters and Katihar Division during the inspection programme.

During the visit, the General Manager inaugurated the newly developed Boot Laundry facility at Rautara under Katihar Division to enhance maintenance and cleaning arrangements of railway staff equipment and operational gear. Shri Shrivastava also participated in a plantation drive by planting saplings, reaffirming NFR’s commitment towards environmental sustainability and promotion of green initiatives across railway premises.

The General Manager reviewed the progress of electrification works aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, facilitating seamless electric train operations and promoting energy efficient railway infrastructure in the Araria – Galgalia section. He also undertook a Window Trailing Inspection to assess track conditions, signalling systems, bridges, level crossing gates and passenger amenities along the route.

At New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Shri Shrivastava conducted a detailed inspection of the ongoing station redevelopment works under the World Class Station project. NJP is being transformed into a world-class station and international terminus with modern facilities, state-of-the-art platforms, enhanced passenger amenities and improved circulating areas. He also reviewed redevelopment initiatives being undertaken under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme aimed at creating a modern, efficient and future-ready travel hub for passengers.

The General Manager emphasised timely completion of all ongoing projects while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and operational excellence. He appreciated the dedicated efforts and professionalism of railway officials and staff in ensuring continuous modernization, infrastructure development and safe, reliable and passenger friendly railway services across the zone.