Construction of Maheshmara Rail Halt Begins, Set to Benefit Residents of 13 Villages

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Deoghar: Construction of the Maheshmara railway halt has commenced at an estimated cost of ?1.86 crore, bringing the prospect of improved rail connectivity to residents of more than a dozen villages in the area.

Godda MP Nishikant Dubey had laid the foundation stone for the project on April 27, 2025, following a long-standing demand raised by senior social worker Dr Sunil Khawade.

Welcoming the start of construction, Khawade thanked the MP and said the proposed halt would provide local residents with a convenient boarding point for trains travelling towards Dumka and Godda.

The project is expected to benefit residents of Maheshmara, Bandha, Malhara, Thadhi, Amgachhi, Bishanpur, Singardih, Baijnathpur, Rampur, Kunda, Karnibad, Bilasi and Jhausagarhi.

The new facility is also expected to reduce passengers' dependence on Deoghar, Baidyanathdham and Jasidih railway stations. It could further ease traffic congestion around Baijnathpur Chowk and improve access to rail services for people in surrounding villages. Better connectivity is also expected to create opportunities for local employment and small businesses.

According to Khawade, construction work is progressing rapidly under the MP's monitoring. The proposed facilities include a passenger platform, shelter, ticket counter, seating arrangements, drinking water, lighting, information boards and safe access for commuters.

The project is targeted for completion within six months. Initially, passenger trains are expected to halt at the station. The possibility of providing stoppages to express trains may be considered at a later stage, depending on passenger demand.