Author: Bihar Say | Amrita |

Bihar on Fast Track: 7 New Trains, 3 Amrit Bharat Express & 4 Passenger Trains Flagged Off

Bihar woke up to a new dawn of connectivity this week. With the flagging off of seven new trains, including three Amrit Bharat Express and four passenger trains, the state’s rail map has received a transformative boost. This moment marks a leap forward in Bihar’s journey toward development and inclusivity, linking people, places, and possibilities like never before.

Amrit Bharat Express: Modern Connectivity Beyond Borders

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Bihar’s Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary flagged off the trains that will redefine travel for millions. Out of the 30 Amrit Bharat Express services in India, an impressive 26 originate from Bihar, making the state a hub of modern railway growth.

These new routes include:

• Darbhanga – Ajmer (Madar) Amrit Bharat Express

• Muzaffarpur – Hyderabad (Charlapalli) Amrit Bharat Express

• Chhapra – Delhi (Anand Vihar) Amrit Bharat Express

For the first time, Muzaffarpur gets direct high-speed access to South India. Chhapra strengthens its ties with the national capital. Darbhanga gains seamless connectivity to Rajasthan. Each train promises speed, safety, and affordability, while also stimulating trade, tourism, and employment.

Passenger Trains: Stronger Links Within Bihar

While the Amrit Bharat trains connect Bihar to other states, the four passenger trains ensure that small towns and rural areas remain well connected:

• Patna – Buxar Passenger

• Jhajha – Danapur Passenger

• Nawada – Patna Passenger

• Patna – Islampur Passenger

These routes bring ease of travel for students, workers, and families. They reflect the government’s focus on the common man’s needs, ensuring accessibility across districts.

Bihar’s Railway Growth: A Decade of Transformation

The scale of railway development in Bihar since 2014 has been extraordinary. Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted that the state’s annual railway budget, which stood at just ₹1,000 crore before 2014, has now surged to ₹10,000 crore in 2025. At present, projects worth nearly ₹1 lakh crore are underway.

Key achievements include:

• Completion of Patna & Munger rail-cum-road bridges

• Operationalization of the Kosi Bridge

• Electrification of the entire railway network

• Addition of 1,899 km of new track

With 21 major projects fully commissioned and dozens more in progress, Bihar’s railway landscape is unrecognizable compared to a decade ago.

Amrit Bharat Express: Technology Meets Comfort

The Amrit Bharat Express is more than just another train. It represents India’s indigenous modernization in railway travel. Non-AC coaches now come with sealed gangways, fire detection systems, semi-automatic couplers, and talk-back units for safety. This makes long journeys both affordable and secure.

For passengers, these upgrades mean faster journeys with greater comfort. For Bihar, it means stronger links with the rest of India and a chance to unlock its economic and cultural potential.

Major Railway Projects in Bihar

Projects completed since 2014 include:

• Patna Rail-cum-Road Bridge

• Munger Rail-cum-Road Bridge

• Kosi Bridge

• Gauge conversions at Jaynagar–Narkatiaganj, Mansi–Saharsa–Purnia, and more

• New lines like Daniawan–Biharsharif, Chandan–Banka, and Rajgir–Tilaiya

Upcoming projects include new lines like Sakri–Hasanpur, Khagaria–Kusheshwarsthan, Sitamarhi–Sheohar, and 3rd/4th line works at Samastipur–Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur–Sagauli, Chhapra–Ballia, and more.

Together, these projects ensure that every district in Bihar stays connected to the growth story.

A Vision for “Viksit Bihar Se Viksit Bharat”

Bihar is steadily moving towards the vision of “Developed India through a Developed Bihar.” The launch of these trains is not just about steel tracks and wheels. It is about hope, mobility, and opportunity for millions. Every new route bridges distances, empowers people, and accelerates Bihar’s march toward becoming a golden state.

👉 For more inspiring updates on Bihar’s growth, culture, and untold stories, follow www.biharsay.com. Join our 12,000+ strong community worldwide and be part of Bihar’s digital voice.