The Ministry of Railways announced on 26 October 2026 the launch of the Jaipur (Khatipura)–Tatanagar–Santragachi Express train. This new service connects Jaipur with Jamshedpur and Kolkata to improve rail connectivity across Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. It is intended to benefit students, business communities, and migrant workers. The release does not say when the service begins regular operations.
Key points
- New train service connects Jaipur, Jamshedpur, and Kolkata
- Jharkhand railway budget increased from ₹450 crore to ₹7,500 crore
- 57 stations in Jharkhand and several in West Bengal are being redeveloped under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
- West Bengal railway allocation for 2026-27 is ₹14,205 crore
- Trial runs have started for a 4.5-km section connecting to the Beleghata-IT Centre of Kolkata Metro
When it applies
- flagging off of the Jaipur (Khatipura)–Tatanagar–Santragachi Express train
Who it affects
- migrant workers, business communities, students and other passengers