DIBRUGARH: A public meeting on Tuesday saw citizens of Dibrugarh and officials from the Northeast Frontier (NF) Railway discuss the future of the 141-year-old Dibrugarh Town Railway Station (DBRT). Most residents supported closing the historic station and consolidating operations at the newer Dibrugarh Railway Station (DBRG).
Established in 1883, DBRT currently handles just two train services: the Dibrugarh-New Delhi Rajdhani Express and the Dibrugarh-Ledo DEMU. In contrast, the modern Banipur facility, operational since 2009, accommodates 36 trains and is set to add three more services, including the Vande Bharat Express.
Dibrugarh MLA Prasanta Phukan, leading the closure campaign, cited the old station’s impact on the town’s infrastructure. He emphasized how the railway line bisecting the town has caused significant congestion and safety hazards at multiple crossings.
The railway tracks running through the town have created severe bottlenecks, leading to constant traffic jams and accidents. This causes immense inconvenience to commuters, students, and patients alike.
The Banipur station offers superior facilities, including systematic parking arrangements and state-of-the-art amenities. It makes logical sense to consolidate all operations there.” Phukan said during the meeting.
Urban planners and many citizens view the closure as a chance to address Dibrugarh’s long-standing infrastructure issues, making the proposal a widely supported solution.
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