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HWH/Howrah Junction (23 PFs)
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Track: Triple Electric-Line

Updated: Feb 11 (23:02)
Howrah Junction (HWH) is a major railway station located in Howrah, West Bengal, India. It serves as the gateway to Kolkata and is one of the busiest railway stations in the country. With 23 platforms, the station boasts various amenities, including waiting rooms, food stalls, and ATMs. Visitors can also find a bustling market area nearby.

Tourism

Dakshineswar Kali Temple: A famous Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, situated on the banks of the Ganges.
Kalighat Kali Temple: Another important Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, known for its intricate architecture.
Belur Math: The headquarters of the Ramakrishna Mission, a prominent Hindu monastic order.
Howrah Imambara: A grand Shia mosque known for its intricate carvings and stunning architecture.
St. Paul's Cathedral: A historic Anglican church with beautiful stained glass windows and a serene atmosphere.

Food

Annapurna Restaurant: Popular for its delicious vegetarian thalis and snacks.
Bhojanam: Offers a variety of South Indian dishes, including dosas, idlis, and vadas.
Govinda's: Offers traditional vegetarian cuisine from the Hare Krishna movement.
The Dhaba: Serves flavorful north Indian dishes like dal makhani and paneer butter masala.
Shudh: Offers a selection of pure vegetarian dishes, including chaat and parathas.

Station Address

Lower Foreshore road, Ph no; 033-26411326, Pin- 711101 , Dist - Howrah
State: West Bengal
Elevation: 12 m above sea level
Type: Terminus   Category: NSG-1
Zone: ER/Eastern   Division: Howrah
HWH/Howrah Junction is in Recent News
Number of Platforms: 23
Number of Halting Trains: 4
Number of Originating Trains: 115
Number of Terminating Trains: 116
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Rating: 4.4/5 (1385 votes)
cleanliness - good (180)
porters/escalators - good (176)
food - excellent (176)
transportation - excellent (175)
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Today (06:52) Sahibganj-Howrah Intercity Train Launch Imminent: DRM Manish Gupta Inspects Station Renovations
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Sep 21 2024 (06:52)
Station Tag: Malda Town/MLDT added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 21 2024 (06:52)
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Sep 21 2024 (06:52)
Station Tag: Sahibganj/SBG added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
दुर्गा पूजा से पहले साहिबगंज-हावड़ा इंटरसिटी का होगा परिचालन : डीआरएम

The Malda Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Manish Gupta, visited Sahibganj station to inspect the progress of the upcoming Sahibganj-Howrah Intercity train. This comes after long-standing demands from local representatives for the service. The DRM confirmed that technical and mechanical approvals have been received and the train launch is imminent. During...
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the visit, Mr. Gupta also inspected the Sahibganj railway station, which is being renovated under the 'Amrit Bharat Yojana' initiative. He emphasized the importance of the 'Swachchhata hi Jeevan Hai' campaign and directed officials to ensure timely completion of the station's renovation with high quality standards. He also inspected the DEMU Maintenance Shed and emphasized the importance of utilizing advanced technology to enhance train maintenance.

Malda ke DRM Manish Gupta Sahibganj station pe gaya aur Sahibganj-Howrah Intercity train ke launch ki taiyari ka inspection kiya. Yeh bahut samay se local representatives ki demand thi. DRM ne confirm kiya ki technical aur mechanical approvals mil gaye hai aur train bahut jaldi start ho jayegi. Iske saath...
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hi, Mr. Gupta ne Sahibganj railway station ka bhi inspection kiya, jisko 'Amrit Bharat Yojana' ke under renovate kiya ja raha hai. Unhone 'Swachchhata hi Jeevan Hai' campaign ki importance batayi aur officials ko station ka renovation time pe aur high quality se complete karne ka direction diya. Unhone DEMU Maintenance Shed ka bhi inspection kiya aur train maintenance ko aur behtar banane ke liye advanced technology ka use karne pe zor diya.
Yesterday (19:30) Passengers Left Without Seats on Howrah-Malda Intercity Express Despite Confirmed Tickets
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Sep 20 2024 (19:31)
Station Tag: Howrah Junction/HWH added by jishnuthakur12301^~/1777975

Sep 20 2024 (19:31)
Train Tag: Howrah - Malda Town Intercity Express (via Rampurhat)/13011 added by jishnuthakur12301^~/1777975
HWH-MLDT Intercity Exp: আজব কাণ্ড হাওড়ায়! কনফার্মড টিকিটে ট্রেনে চাপতে গিয়ে দেখলেন ১৮ জনের সিটই উধাও...

A group of 18 passengers, including a Kolkata High Court lawyer, faced a frustrating situation while traveling on the Howrah-Malda Intercity Express. Despite having confirmed tickets, they were denied their reserved seats in coach D2. The reason cited by the DRM (Howrah) was that due to operational reasons, a coach with...
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90 seats replaced the original 108-seater coach, leading to the cancellation of seats 91-108 and their inclusion in the waiting list. The passengers complained that they received no prior information about the changes, neither on their registered mobile numbers nor on the charts. This incident caused inconvenience to many passengers, including senior citizens and children, who were left without seats despite having confirmed tickets. The incident highlights the challenges faced by passengers relying on Indian Railways, with some expressing disappointment and frustration.

Howrah-Malda Intercity Express mein, 18 passengers, jismein Kolkata High Court ke ek lawyer bhi shamil hain, ko apna reserved seat nahin mila. Unke confirm ticket hone ke baavajood, coach D2 mein unhe jagah nahin mili. DRM (Howrah) ne bataya ki operational reason se, 90 seats wala coach, original 108-seater coach ki...
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jagah laga diya gaya. Is wajah se, seat number 91-108 cancel ho gaye aur waiting list mein daal diye gaye. Passengers ne complaint kiya ki unhe is change ke bare mein koi information nahin di gayi, na unke registered mobile number par, na hi charts mein. Isse bahut saare passengers ko pareshani hui, jismein senior citizens aur children bhi shamil hain. Unke confirm ticket hone ke baavajood, unhe koi seat nahin mili. Yeh incident Indian Railways par depend karne wale passengers ke liye dikkat ki baat hai, aur kai logon ne apni disappointment aur frustration express ki.
Yesterday (17:56) Train Cancellations Due to Pre-Non-Interlocking Work on Rampurhat-Dumka Section
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Sep 20 2024 (17:56)
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Sep 20 2024 (17:56)
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Sep 20 2024 (17:56)
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Sep 20 2024 (17:56)
Station Tag: Howrah Junction/HWH added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
हावड़ा मंडल पर एनआई कार्य के कारण कई ट्रेनें रद्द

On September 20th, a one-day pre-non-interlocking work will be conducted on the Rampurhat-Dumka section of the Howrah Division of Eastern Railway. This work will cause the cancellation of several train services, including 03081, 03082, and 03112. The work will be implemented to facilitate the introduction of a single-line UFSSB (Universal Fast...
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Switch Back with Signal Block Interlocking) between Shikaripara and Dumka stations. As a result, train services will be disrupted from 7 AM to 8 PM on September 20th. The affected trains include the 03081 Rampurhat-Jasidih passenger, 03082 Jasidih-Rampurhat passenger, and 03112 Godda-Sealdah MEMU.

20 September ko, Eastern Railway ke Howrah Division ke Rampurhat-Dumka section pe, ek din ka pre-non-interlocking kaam hone wala hai. Iske wajah se, kaafi trains ki travel cancel kar di gayi hai, jaise ki 03081, 03082, aur 03112. Ye kaam Shikaripara aur Dumka stations ke beech single-line UFSSB (Universal Fast Switch...
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Back with Signal Block Interlocking) lagane ke liye kiya ja raha hai. Is wajah se, 20 September ko, subah 7 baje se shaam 8 baje tak, trains ki service mein badlaav hoga. Affected trains mein 03081 Rampurhat-Jasidih passenger, 03082 Jasidih-Rampurhat passenger, aur 03112 Godda-Sealdah MEMU shamil hai.
Sep 19 (12:12) Vande Bharat Express Arrives Late, Passenger Numbers Low on Inaugural Run
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Sep 19 2024 (12:12)
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Sep 19 2024 (12:12)
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Sep 19 2024 (12:12)
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Sep 19 2024 (12:12)
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Sep 19 2024 (12:12)
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पहले दिन ही लेट पहुंची वंदे भारत, टाटानगर-पटना ट्रेन को नहीं मिले क्षमता के अनुसार यात्री

The Tata Nagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express arrived in Patna 20 minutes late on its inaugural day. Passenger numbers were lower than expected on the new train, with only 163 passengers boarding at Tata Nagar. The train was also delayed due to a hold-up caused by a MEMU train at Gamharia. The...
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train's schedule is subject to change, with five days of travel via Bokaro-Gomo-Gaya and one day via Daltonganj, Garhwa, and Barkakana to reach Patna. The train is being escorted by RPF personnel for safety purposes, and passengers are being reassured that security is a priority.

Tata Nagar se Patna jaane wali Vande Bharat Express apne pehle din hi Patna 20 minutes late pahunchi. Train mein expected se kam passengers the, Tata Nagar se sirf 163 passengers boarding kiye. Train, Gamharia mein, MEMU train ke aane ki wajah se delay hui. Train ka schedule change hota rahega,...
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5 days Bokaro-Gomo-Gaya ke raaste Patna jaayegi aur 1 day Daltonganj, Garhwa aur Barkakana se gaya hoke Patna se up-down karegi. Train ko RPF personnel escort kar rahe hain security ke liye, aur passengers ko assurance diya ja raha hai ki security unki priority hai.
Sep 18 (19:49) Gaya-Howrah and Tata-Patna Vande Bharat Express Trains Begin Regular Operations
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Sep 18 2024 (19:49)
Station Tag: Howrah Junction/HWH added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Sep 18 2024 (19:49)
Station Tag: Gaya Junction/GAYA added by Exynos9611~/2099623
गया-हावड़ा वंदे भारत के पहले दिन कटे 389 टिकट

The Gaya-Howrah and Tata-Patna Vande Bharat Express trains, inaugurated at Gaya Junction on September 15th, commenced regular operations on Wednesday. On the first day, 389 tickets were sold for the Gaya-Howrah Express: 351 in CC class and 38 in EC class. Similarly, 81 tickets were sold for the Tata-Patna Vande...
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Bharat Express from Gaya, all in CC class. The Patna-Tata Vande Bharat Express sold 58 CC class and 11 EC class tickets from Gaya. The Varanasi-Devghar Vande Bharat Express sold 72 tickets in CC class and 1 in EC class from Gaya, while the Devghar-Varanasi Vande Bharat sold 68 CC class and 6 EC class tickets from Gaya. The Howrah-Gaya train arrived at Gaya Junction at 12:30 PM after departing Howrah at 6:50 AM. It left for Howrah at 3:15 PM as scheduled. The 20893 Tata-Patna Vande Bharat Express arrived at Gaya Junction at 11:05 AM after departing Tata at 5:30 AM. The 20894 Patna-Tata Vande Bharat Express arrived at Gaya Junction at 3:30 PM after departing Patna. BJP workers welcomed both trains at Gaya Junction with flowers and garlands. Dr. Manish Pankaj Mishra, Dr. Santosh Thakur, Rajendra Prasad, Bablu Gupta, Sunil Kumar Chandravanshi, Mahesh Yadav, and Sanjay Singh Chandravanshi, among others, were present for the welcome.

Gaya Junction pe 15 September ko inaugurate kiya gaya Gaya-Howrah aur Tata-Patna Vande Bharat Express train, Wednesday se regular operations start kar diya hai. First day pe, Gaya-Howrah Express ke liye 389 tickets cut kiye gaye: CC class mein 351 aur EC class mein 38. Isi tarah, Tata-Patna Vande...
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Bharat Express ke liye Gaya se CC class mein 81 tickets cut kiye gaye. Patna-Tata Vande Bharat Express mein Gaya Junction se CC class mein 58 aur EC class mein 11 tickets cut kiye gaye. Varanasi-Devghar Vande Bharat Express ke liye CC class mein 72 aur EC class mein 1 ticket, Devghar-Varanasi Vande Bharat mein Gaya se CC class mein 68 aur EC class mein 6 tickets cut kiye gaye. Howrah se subah 6:50 mein chal kar 12:30 baje Gaya Junction pahuncha. Saath hi yeh train shaam 3:15 baje Gaya Junction se Howrah ke liye chali. Isi tarah, 20893 Tata-Patna Vande Bharat Express, Tata se subah 5:30 baje chal kar 11:05 baje Gaya Junction pahuncha. 20894 Patna-Tata Vande Bharat Express, Patna se chal kar 3:30 baje Gaya Junction pahuncha. Donon trains ka Gaya Junction pe pahunchne pe BJP workers ne phool-mala se bhavya swagat kiya. Swagat ke avsar pe BJP kisan morcha ke bagwani prakosht ke sah prabhaari Dr. Manish Pankaj Mishra, Dr. Santosh Thakur, Rajendra Prasad, Bablu Gupta, Sunil Kumar Chandravanshi, Mahesh Yadav, aur Sanjay Singh Chandravanshi aadi maujood rahe.
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