Forbesganj Junction
Forbesganj Junction फारबिसगंज जंक्शन | ||
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| Location | Forbesganj, Araria district, Bihar, India | |
| Owned by | Indian Railways | |
| Operated by | North East Frontier railway | |
| Line(s) | Jogbani-Katihar section, Forbesganj-Saharsa section, Darbhanga-Forbesganj section | |
| Platforms | 4 | |
| Tracks | 6 | |
| Construction | ||
| Structure type | Standard on-ground station | |
| Parking | Yes | |
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| Status | Functioning | |
| History | ||
| Opened | 01 July 1889 | |
| Services | ||
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Online Reservation system, Ticket counter, Waiting hall, Retiring Room, Rail coach Restaurant, Parking, Refreshment stall
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Forbesganj Junction (station code: FBG) is a major railway station located in the town of Forbesganj in the Araria district of Bihar, India. It is an important junction on the Indian Railways network, connecting various parts of Bihar and neighbouring states. Forbesganj Junction is situated in Forbesganj, a town in the Araria district of Bihar, India. The coordinates for the station are 26.3N ,87.25E. Forbesganj Junction is elevated at 46 meters above sea level. It is owned by Indian Railways and operated by the North East Frontier Railway zone. The station lies on the Jogbani-Katihar section, Darbhanga-Forbesganj section and the Forbesganj-Saharsa line. It has 4 platforms and 6 tracks.
History
Forbesganj Junction has a history dating back to the British colonial era. The station was established on 1 July 1889 to facilitate trade and transportation in the region. Over the years, it has undergone various upgrades and renovations to accommodate increasing passenger and freight traffic.
Services
The station serves as a major hub for several passenger and freight trains, connecting Forbesganj with key cities and towns across Bihar and India. Some of the major trains passing through Forbesganj Junction include:
- SEEMANCHAL EXPRESS (12487/12488) - JBN KOLKATA EXPRESS (13159/13160) - JOGBANI SILIGURI TOWN INTERCITY (15723/15724) - JOGBANI DANAPUR EXP (13211/13212) - JOGBANI SAHARSA EXPRESS (13213/13214) - JOGBANI RAXAUL EXPRESS (15501/15502)
Connectivity
Forbesganj Junction is well-connected by road and rail. It is a vital link for passengers traveling to and from the Araria district and surrounding areas.
Future developments
There are ongoing plans to further develop and modernize Forbesganj Junction. These include platform extensions, improved passenger amenities, and enhanced connectivity with other major railway stations. Under the development of Chicken neck corridor Final location Survey of 17.60 km LAXMIPUR FORBESGANJ line has been approved which will ensure better connectivity with North East region.
References
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