The doubling of the Ballia-Chhapra rail line in the North Eastern Railway is nearing completion. The work, which started seven years ago, is now focused on the construction of a new bridge over the Saryu River in Manjhi. A pillar on the new bridge presented challenges due to the riverbed's...
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composition, but the construction is now complete. Track laying is underway, and the bridge is expected to be operational soon. Once operational, the new bridge will facilitate the running of mail and express trains, relieving the 140-year-old bridge. The completion of the bridge will also complete the doubling of the railway line between Prayagraj and Chhapra, enabling trains to run on both tracks.