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FKG/Furkating Junction (2 PFs)
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Updated: Feb 27 2023 (13:04)
Furkating Junction (FKG) is a major railway junction in Assam, located on the Guwahati-Lumding-Badarpur line. It connects with the Tinsukia-Dibrugarh line, making it a crucial transportation hub. With two platforms, it serves as a gateway to the tea gardens and scenic landscapes of the region, offering amenities like waiting rooms and refreshment stalls.

Tourism

Kamakhya Temple: A prominent Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Kamakhya, located in Guwahati, about 100 km from Furkating.
Umananda Temple: An ancient Shiva temple located on an island in the middle of the Brahmaputra River in Guwahati.
Srimanta Sankardeva Kalakshetra: A cultural center and museum dedicated to the life and teachings of the Vaishnavite saint Srimanta Sankardeva, located in Guwahati.
Hajo Temple: A holy place for both Hindus and Buddhists, with temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu and the Hayagriva Bodhisattva, located about 50 km from Furkating.
Sibsagar Sivadol: A historic Shiva temple built in the 18th century, located in Sibsagar, about 50 km from Furkating.

Food

Dhaba 69: A popular local joint known for its delicious vegetarian thalis and snacks.
The Vegetarian Cafe: Offers a variety of vegetarian dishes, including North Indian and South Indian cuisines.
The Green Kitchen: A vegetarian-friendly restaurant with a focus on fresh and healthy options.
The Veggie Hut: A small but popular eatery serving delicious vegetarian snacks and meals.
The Garden Cafe: Offers a relaxed atmosphere and a wide selection of vegetarian dishes, including salads and sandwiches.

Station Address

Junction Point for GLGT & TTB, SH - 34 Balijan - Oating - Garigaon Road, Tarphat, Furkating, District - Golaghat. Pincode - 785610.
State: Assam
Elevation: 100 m above sea level
Type: Junction   Category: NSG-5
Zone: NFR/Northeast Frontier   Division: Tinsukia
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OTN/Oating 4 km     GLGT/Golaghat 7 km     KXL/Kamarbandha Ali 9 km     JMI/Jamguri 10 km     AYS/Adharsatra 13 km     CFG/Chakiting 14 km     HAY/Hautley 17 km     BHGN/Bhilgaon 17 km     NMGY/Numaligarh 23 km     BXP/Barpathar 25 km    
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Feb 21 (22:50) New Rail-Cum-Road Bridge Over Brahmaputra Approved, Boosting Connectivity in Northeast India
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Rly board green light to 2nd rail-road bridge on B'putra

The Railway Board has approved the construction of a second rail-cum-road bridge over the Brahmaputra in Guwahati, which will eliminate a major bottleneck in rail connectivity between the city and the rest of India. The 1.29-km bridge is part of the doubling of the 7.06 km Agthori-Kamakhya section, costing Rs 1,473.77...
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crore. The Board also sanctioned doubling of the 140 km Lumding-Furkating section at a cost of Rs 2,123.7 crore. These projects, approved by the Union Cabinet, will significantly improve passenger and freight movement in Assam and Nagaland.

Guwahati mein Brahmaputra par dusra rail-cum-road bridge banne wala hai, jiske wajah se Guwahati aur rest of India ke beech rail connectivity mein aane wali problem dur ho jaayegi. Ye 1.29-km long bridge, 7.06 km long Agthori-Kamakhya section ke double lane banane ka part hai, aur iska cost Rs 1,473.77 crore...
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hai. Railway Board ne 140 km Lumding-Furkating section ko bhi double lane banane ka sanction de diya hai, aur iska cost Rs 2,123.7 crore hai. Union Cabinet ne dono projects ko approve kar diya hai, aur isse Assam aur Nagaland mein passenger aur freight movement mein kaafi improvement aayega.
Jul 26 2022 (22:55) Dimapur Rly station on the wane
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Train Tag: Jorhat Town - Guwahati Jan Shatabdi Express/12068 added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476

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Train Tag: Guwahati - Jorhat Town Jan Shatabdi Express/12067 added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476

Jul 26 2022 (22:56)
Train Tag: BG Express/15665 added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476

Jul 26 2022 (22:55)
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Jul 26 2022 (22:55)
Station Tag: Silchar/SCL added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476

Jul 26 2022 (22:55)
Station Tag: Tinsukia Junction/TSK added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476

Jul 26 2022 (22:55)
Station Tag: Furkating Junction/FKG added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476

Jul 26 2022 (22:55)
Station Tag: Mariani Junction/MXN added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476

Jul 26 2022 (22:55)
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Jul 26 2022 (22:55)
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Jul 26 2022 (22:55)
Station Tag: Guwahati/GHY added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476

Jul 26 2022 (22:55)
Station Tag: Dimapur/DMV added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476
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Dimapur Rly station on the wane
Jun 10 2022 (10:05) Dimapur-Zubza railway line to be ready by March 2026
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Station Tag: Furkating Junction/FKG added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476

Jun 10 2022 (10:05)
Station Tag: Dimapur/DMV added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476

Jun 10 2022 (10:05)
Station Tag: Zubza/ZUBZA added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476
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Dimapur-Tizit rail line approved, survey for new rail line between Furkating-Baghty Valley completed
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Dimapur-Zubza railway line to be ready by March 2026
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Tizit and Baghty Valley Stations are Missing to be Updated in Atlas
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Jun 05 2022 (19:54) IRCON invites bids for Railway Electrification work for Lumding-Dibrugarh via Tinsukia and Simaluguri-Dibrugarh sections on EPC Mode
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News Entry# 488343   
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Jun 05 2022 (20:00)
Station Tag: Furkating Junction/FKG added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476

Jun 05 2022 (20:00)
Station Tag: Sibsagar Town/SRTN added by बिप्लब कागयुगँ/1329476
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IRCON International Limited for and on behalf of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has invited online bids in Two Packet system for execution of the work “Design,...
IRCON invites bids for Railway Electrification work for Lumding-Dibrugarh via Tinsukia and Simaluguri-Dibrugarh sections on EPC Mode
Jul 24 2021 (18:40) NFR IRTTC Proposals for 2021-22
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