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Large Station Board;
Entry# 2094709-0
Platform Pic; Large Station Board;
Chattar Hat or Chatterhat / CAT
Entry# 4859976-0


CAT/Chatter Hat (2 PFs)
चटेर हाट
চটের হাট

Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Mar 23 2023 (16:25)
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Chatter Hat is a quaint railway station featuring two platforms and serves as a significant stop for passengers traveling through the region. It is well-connected and easily accessible via road networks, making it a convenient point for travelers. To reach Chatter Hat by road, one can take National Highway 44, which is the primary route passing through the area. The station is located about 5 kilometers from the nearest town center, offering straightforward access for those driving or taking a taxi. Numerous local buses also serve the route, making it easy to get to the station from nearby towns. The closest bus station is the Chatter Hat Bus Stop, located just a short distance away, which offers services to various parts of the region. For lodging facilities, travelers to Chatter Hat can find comfortable accommodations in several nearby options. The Green Valley Resort, situated approximately 6 kilometers from the station, provides cozy rooms...
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with a touch of nature, making it a great option for a relaxing stay. Another popular choice is the Heritage Lodge, which is known for its charming ambiance and warm hospitality, located about 7 kilometers away. For budget-conscious travelers, the Chatter Hat Guest House offers basic yet tidy rooms and is just 5 kilometers from the station. When it comes to dining, especially for vegetarian options, Chatter Hat boasts a variety of restaurants that cater to plant-based diets. The Garden Caf��, located near the station, is renowned for its fresh salads, sandwiches, and delightful vegetarian entrees, making it a perfect spot for a quick bite or a leisurely meal. Another favored location is Foodie's Delight, which offers a wide range of vegetarian dishes, from local specialties to international cuisine. This eatery is just a short walk from the bus station, making it very accessible for travelers. Regarding safety, Chatter Hat is considered a relatively safe area for travelers. The station and its surroundings are usually bustling with activity during the day and maintain a calm atmosphere in the evenings. Local law enforcement patrols are present in the vicinity, and there is a strong sense of community among the residents, adding to a generally secure environment for visitors. Reporting any suspicious activities is encouraged, as the local authorities are responsive and attentive to concerns. Therefore, travelers can enjoy a pleasant visit to Chatter Hat with peace of mind regarding their safety.

Station Address

Paschim Bansgaon Kismat,, Pin-734436 ,Dist - Darjeeling
State: West Bengal

Elevation: 92 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-6
Zone: NFR/Northeast Frontier   Division: Katihar


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Jun 28 (00:45) Northeast Frontier Railway Offers Mental Health Counseling and Signalling Refresher Course (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)
IR Affairs
NFR/Northeast Frontier
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News Entry# 557996   
  Past Edits
Jun 28 2024 (00:45)
Station Tag: Chatter Hat/CAT added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 28 2024 (00:45)
Station Tag: Rangapani/RNI added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 28 2024 (00:45)
Station Tag: New Jalpaiguri Junction/NJP added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 28 2024 (00:45)
Train Tag: Sabroom - Sealdah Kanchanjungha Express/13174 added by DrAbhijay2407/349977
read full article... Railways plan 'refresher course' in automatic signalling for loco pilots

The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is providing mental health counseling to its employees. They are also planning to soon offer a refresher course on the automated signaling system to all loco pilots, assistant loco pilots, and guards.

उत्तर पूर्व सीमांत रेलवे (NFR) अपने कर्मचारियों को मानसिक स्वास्थ्य परामर्श प्रदान कर रहा है। वे जल्द ही सभी लोको पायलट, सहायक लोको पायलट और गार्ड के लिए स्वचालित सिग्नलिंग सिस्टम पर एक रिफ्रेशर कोर्स देने की योजना बना रहे हैं।

Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) apne employees ko mental health counselling de raha hai. Ve jaldi hi sabhi loco pilots, assistant loco pilots aur guards ke liye automated signalling system pe ek refresher course dene ki planning kar rahe hain.
Jun 28 (00:40) Kanchanjunga Express-Goods Train Accident Inquiry Begins, Death Toll Rises to 10 (www.thehindu.com)
Major Accidents/Disruptions
NFR/Northeast Frontier
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News Entry# 557995   
  Past Edits
Jun 28 2024 (00:40)
Station Tag: Chatter Hat/CAT added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 28 2024 (00:40)
Station Tag: Rangapani/RNI added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 28 2024 (00:40)
Train Tag: Sabroom - Sealdah Kanchanjungha Express/13174 added by DrAbhijay2407/349977
read full article... Kanchanjunga Express accident: Both trains were on same track, gateman had informed station, Commissioner of Railway Safety inquiry finds

An inquiry into the June 17th accident involving the Kanchanjunga Express and a goods train has begun. The CRS is investigating whether a gateman's report of a goods train on the same track as the Kanchanjunga Express was received by station officials. The accident occurred between Rangapani and Chatterhat stations due...
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to a malfunctioning automated signaling system. Manual memos were issued allowing both trains to cross a red signal. The inquiry, conducted by Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety Janak Kumar Garg, will continue for several days, and statements from railway personnel and witnesses will be recorded. Separately, a GRP investigation has been initiated, alleging negligence by the loco pilot and co-loco pilot of the goods train. The death toll from the accident has risen to ten.

17 जून को कंचनजंगा एक्सप्रेस और एक मालगाड़ी के बीच हुए दुर्घटना की जांच शुरू हो गई है। सीआरएस जांच कर रहा है कि क्या रंगपानी स्टेशन के अधिकारियों को गेटमैन ने यह बताया था कि मालगाड़ी भी कंचनजंगा एक्सप्रेस वाले ट्रैक पर चल रही थी। दुर्घटना रंगपानी और चटरहट स्टेशनों...
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के बीच हुई, क्योंकि स्वचालित सिग्नलिंग सिस्टम काम नहीं कर रहा था। स्टेशन मास्टर द्वारा मैन्युअली मेमो जारी किए गए थे, दोनों ट्रेनों को रेड सिग्नल पार करने की अनुमति देते हुए। मुख्य रेलवे सुरक्षा आयुक्त जनक कुमार गर्ग द्वारा यह जाँच जारी रहेगी और रेलवे कर्मियों और प्रत्यक्षदर्शियों के बयान दर्ज किए जाएँगे। अलग से, जीआरपी ने भी जाँच शुरू कर दी है, जिसमें मालगाड़ी के लोको पायलट और सह-लोको पायलट पर लापरवाही का आरोप लगाया गया है। दुर्घटना में मरने वालों की संख्या दस हो गई है।

June 17th ko Kanchanjunga Express aur ek goods train ke accident ka investigation start ho gaya hai. CRS check kar raha hai ki kya Rangapani station ke officials ko gateman ne yeh bataya tha ki goods train bhi Kanchanjunga Express waale track pe chal rahi thi. Accident Rangapani aur Chatterhat stations...
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ke beech mein hua, kyunki automated signaling system kaam nahin kar raha tha. Manually memos diye gaye dono trains ko red signal cross karne ke liye. Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety Janak Kumar Garg yeh investigation kar rahe hain, yeh aage bhi chalti rahegi aur railway personnel aur eyewitnesses se statements liye jayenge. Alag se, GRP ne bhi investigation start kar di hai, goods train ke loco pilot aur co-loco pilot pe negligence ka arop laga kar. Accident mein death toll 10 tak pahunch gaya hai.
Jun 18 (23:24) Spotlight on vacancies, long shifts after authorities blame goods train driver for collision (www.telegraphindia.com)
Major Accidents/Disruptions
NFR/Northeast Frontier
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News Entry# 556745   
  Past Edits
Jun 18 2024 (23:24)
Station Tag: Chatter Hat/CAT added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 18 2024 (23:24)
Station Tag: Rangapani/RNI added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 18 2024 (23:24)
Station Tag: New Jalpaiguri Junction/NJP added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 18 2024 (23:24)
Train Tag: Sabroom - Sealdah Kanchanjungha Express/13174 added by DrAbhijay2407/349977
The huge vacancies for the posts of loco pilot and assistant loco pilot and the long hours these employees are forced to work have come under...
read full article... Spotlight on vacancies, long shifts after authorities blame goods train driver for collision

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Jun 18 (23:28)
SaurabhDubey^~
SaurabhDubey^~   30356 blog posts
Re# 6099430-1              
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Agree:Infelicitous reality of present era
They just talk about this for a few days after a big mishap and then sleep peacefully and the cycle repeats...rail authority is happy dwelving into pension returns
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Jun 18 (09:29) Sealdah Kanchanjungha Express Accident: Goods train driver was given permission to pass all red signals, reveal internal documents (www.financialexpress.com)
Major Accidents/Disruptions
NFR/Northeast Frontier
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News Entry# 556615   
  Past Edits
Jun 18 2024 (09:29)
Station Tag: Chatter Hat/CAT added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 18 2024 (09:29)
Station Tag: New Jalpaiguri Junction/NJP added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 18 2024 (09:29)
Station Tag: Rangapani/RNI added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 18 2024 (09:29)
Train Tag: Sabroom - Sealdah Kanchanjungha Express/13174 added by DrAbhijay2407/349977
Internal documents have revealed that the goods train driver involved in the collision with the Kanchanjunga Express between Ranipatra Railway Station and Chattar Hat Junction in...
read full article... Sealdah Kanchanjungha Express Accident: Goods train driver was given permission to pass all red signals, reveal internal documents

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Jun 18 (09:31)
DrAbhijay2407
DrAbhijay2407   659 blog posts
Re# 6098752-1               Past Edits
There is an error in the above News report . Please read "Ranipatra" as "RNI/Rangapani". Rest holds good.
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Jun 18 (09:14) Kanchanjunga accident: locopilot of goods train had authority to cross all signals in red (www.thehindu.com)
Major Accidents/Disruptions
NFR/Northeast Frontier
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News Entry# 556614   
  Past Edits
Jun 18 2024 (09:22)
Station Tag: Chatter Hat/CAT added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 18 2024 (09:21)
Station Tag: Nijbari/NJB added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 18 2024 (09:18)
Station Tag: Rangapani/RNI added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 18 2024 (09:18)
Station Tag: Siliguri Junction/SGUJ added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 18 2024 (09:18)
Station Tag: New Jalpaiguri Junction/NJP added by DrAbhijay2407/349977

Jun 18 2024 (09:16)
Train Tag: Sabroom - Sealdah Kanchanjungha Express/13174 added by DrAbhijay2407/349977
The locopilot of the goods train that rammed into the rear of Kanchanjunga Express between Rangapani and Chattar Hat railway stations of the Northeast Frontier Railway...
read full article... Kanchanjunga accident: locopilot of goods train had authority to cross all signals in red
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