The Jagiroad Railway Station was established in 1896, during the British colonial era.[2][3] It was originally known as the Nakhola Railway Station.[2] but, later it was renamed to Jagiroad in 1930 to avoid confusion with the Noakhali district in Bangladesh.[2]
The station was built as part of the Assam-Bengal Railway project, which was aimed at connecting the northeastern region of India to the rest of the country. The Jagiroad Railway Station played an important role in the development of the Morigaon district, providing a vital transportation link for the local population.[3]
Facilities
Entry gate and parking area of Jagiroad Station under construction, Amrit Bharat Project.
Jagiroad Railway Station in Assam will get a facelift under the Amrit Bharat Project.[a] The station will be given an airport-like look. The upgrade is expected to cater to the needs of railway passengers in the area.[4][5][6]
The Northeast Frontier Railway has initiated the construction of a new three-lane Road over Bridge (ROB), measuring 11 meters in width, adjacent to the Jagiroad Railway Station within the Lumding Division.[7] This ROB project spans over 344 meters in total, featuring a central span of 74 meters composed of a Bow String Arch Steel Girder. It is replacing level crossing gate no ST – 27 situated at Jagiroad station yard and NH-715A. The expected completion date for this newly constructed ROB is set for October 2023, with an estimated budget of Rs 70 crore. Notably, the Bow String Girder weighs 730 metric tons and reaches a maximum height of 12.85 meters.[8]
Out of the nine derailed coaches, four fell into a ditch next to the track. About 200 meters of the track were damaged.[10]
Footnotes
^The renovation is part of the Amrit Bharat Project, a government initiative to develop and improve railway infrastructure in India. The project aims to provide passengers with a safe, comfortable, and efficient travel experience.[4]
