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Jahanabad Express Launches on Dhaka-Khulna Route via Padma Bridge

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  24 Dec 2024, 09:18
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The new train service, Jahanabad Express, officially commenced its journey on the Dhaka-Khulna route via the Padma Bridge. On Tuesday, December 24, at 6:00 AM, the train departed from Khulna heading towards Dhaka.

Reports indicate that on its inaugural day, the train carried 553 passengers from Khulna. However, no formal inauguration ceremony was held at the Khulna station. If all goes as planned, the train will arrive in Dhaka at 9:45 AM, where an inauguration ceremony will be held at the Kamalapur Railway Station. The event will be officiated by Muhammad Fawzul Kabir Khan, Advisor to the Interim Government's Ministry of Railways, and chaired by the Secretary of the Ministry of Railways, Md. Fahimul Islam.

Passengers expressed joy at the launch of the new train service. They shared their excitement, stating that the reduced travel distance on the new route would save both time and cost. However, some suggested rescheduling the departure time from 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM during the winter months, as the darkness at 6:00 AM poses safety risks, including potential encounters with muggers when leaving home early for the station.

Regarding this concern, Bangladesh Railway's Director General, Md. Afzal Hossain, told the media that new engines and coaches are being procured from abroad. He also mentioned plans to introduce additional trains on this route within the next six months.

It is noteworthy that the train will operate six days a week, excluding Mondays. On its journey, the train will stop at several stations, including Nawapara, Singia Junction, Narail, Lohagara, Kashiani Junction, and Bhanga Junction.

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