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DRM Sealdah Inspects Kakdwip and Namkhana Stations Ahead of Ganga Sagar Mela; Emphasises Passenger Comfort and Safety

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Kolkata : With the annual Ganga Sagar Mela drawing closer, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Sealdah, Rajeev Saxena carried out a comprehensive inspection of Kakdwip and Namkhana railway stations today to review preparedness for the expected surge of pilgrims. The inspection focused on assessing railway infrastructure and passenger amenities to ensure smooth, safe, and hassle-free travel […]

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Sealdah Division Prepares Frontline Staff for Gangasagar Mela 2026, Ensures Zero-Inconvenience Travel

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Kolkata : As preparations intensify for the Gangasagar Mela 2026, the Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway has stepped up efforts to ensure a smooth, dignified and pilgrim-friendly travel experience. In this direction, Jasram Meena, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (Sr. DCM), Sealdah, on Saturday chaired a high-level coordination meeting with all ticket checking staff and commercial […]

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Sealdah Division Unveils Comprehensive Transit Blueprint for Gangasagar Mela 2026, Aiming for Safe and Seamless Pilgrim Movement

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Kolkata: In a major step towards ensuring a smooth, safe and spiritually fulfilling journey for millions of devotees, the Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway has finalised an extensive and well-coordinated action plan for the Gangasagar Mela 2026. The special arrangements will be operational from January 9 to January 17, 2026, covering the peak pilgrimage period. […]

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गंगासागर मेला 2026 के लिए सियालदह मंडल की उन्नत परिवहन योजना

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कोलकाता: पूर्व रेलवे के सियालदह मंडल ने गंगासागर मेला 2026 के दौरान श्रद्धालुओं की सुरक्षित और सुगम यात्रा सुनिश्चित करने के लिए एक विस्तृत परिवहन एवं सुरक्षा योजना को अंतिम रूप दिया है। यह विशेष व्यवस्था 9 जनवरी से 17 जनवरी, 2026 तक लागू रहेगी। गुरुवार को आयोजित प्रेस वार्ता में सियालदह के मंडल रेल […]

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A New Era of Pilgrim Service: Sealdah Division Unveils Advanced Transit Blueprint for Gangasagar Mela 2026

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Kolkata: To ensure a seamless, safe, and spiritually enriching journey for millions of devotees travelling to the sacred confluence, the Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway has finalised an extensive and forward-looking action plan for Gangasagar Mela 2026. Addressing a press conference on Thursday, Rajeev Saxena, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Sealdah, outlined the comprehensive arrangements being […]

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Sealdah Division’s “Unique Badge” System for Ticket Checking Staff Marks Major Step Toward Fraud-Free Rail Travel

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Kolkata: Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway has recorded notable success in preventing impersonation and enhancing passenger safety with the recent introduction of a Unique Identification Badge for travelling ticket examiners (TTEs). The initiative is aimed at eliminating fraudulent individuals posing as railway officials to extort money from passengers — a problem that has plagued busy […]

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Sealdah Division’s Special Arrangements for Crowd Management During Durga Puja

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Kolkata : With Durga Puja 2025 around the corner, Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway has unveiled an elaborate action plan to manage the massive surge of pandal-hoppers and long-distance passengers expected during the festive days. To take stock of the situation and finalize preparedness, a high-level emergency meeting was convened by the Divisional Railway Manager […]

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Sealdah Division Conducts Extensive Ticket Checking Drive to Promote Passenger Awareness

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Kolkata: Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway successfully carried out a large-scale ticket checking and inspection drive on the Sealdah–Lalgola section under the leadership of Principal Chief Commercial Manager Dr. Uday Shankar Jha and Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Jasram Meena. The special initiative, which realized Rs. 2,25,000 in revenue, aimed not only at ensuring ticket compliance […]

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Sealdah Division Conducts Full-Scale Disaster Management Drill at Sodepur

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Kolkata: As part of Indian Railways’ continuous efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness and response, Sealdah Division today conducted a large-scale mock drill at Sodepur station. According to the drill scenario, Train No. 00113 Sealdah–Lalgola Passenger Special derailed while passing through Sodepur station, resulting in casualties in two General Class Chair Car coaches (ER 032612 & […]

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Regulation of Trains for Developmental Work in Malda Division

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Kolkata: In connection with major yard remodelling work at Malda Town station, Pre Non-Interlocking and Non-Interlocking works have been scheduled from 28th August to 3rd September 2025. During this period, several train services will be cancelled, diverted, short-terminated, or rescheduled as detailed below: 1. Cancellation of Trains The following trains will remain cancelled on the […]

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