Train Movement on Khulna-Benapole Route via Padma Bridge to Start on December 24

On December 24, 2024, train services on the Khulna-Benapole route will begin via the recently built Padma Bridge, marking a major advancement in Bangladesh’s transportation infrastructure. This momentous action ushers in a new era of rail connectivity in the nation, enabling passengers to travel along this vital route more easily, quickly, and conveniently.

Many people have been eagerly awaiting the start of train operations on this line because it is expected to significantly cut down on travel time between Benapole, the main land border crossing with India, and Khulna, a major city in the southwest of Bangladesh. Since its June 2022 opening, the Padma Bridge has revolutionized road traffic, and it is now expected to have a similar impact on the railway system.

By linking Benapole and Khulna, a significant commercial center, the new rail service will promote travel and commerce between the two cities as well as with neighboring India. Previously taking several hours, the trip will now be finished significantly faster, providing passengers with far greater comfort and efficiency. The train link will also significantly increase regional trade by giving commodities traveling between Bangladesh and India a quicker and more dependable mode of transit.

The installation of rail services on this line is anticipated to improve regional connections and facilitate easier transportation for both passengers and cargo. The Khulna-Benapole route is an essential commerce route, particularly for the transportation of industrial items, commodities, and agricultural products. The new train line will avoid long detours that previously required ferry crossings of the river or the use of alternate land routes by utilizing the Padma Bridge.