Friday, January 24th, 2025

The only state in India where there is not even a single railway station yet, you will be worried after knowing the reason


Indian Railways is the biggest network in the world. It has been running for many years. Every day millions of passengers travel in it. The first train ran in India in the year 1853, since then many developments have taken place in the railways. While the Indian Railways connects many states and cities, there is a state where even today there is not a single railway station. Let us tell you, there is a state where a large number of tourists from the country and the world come to visit every year. Let us know why there is no railway station in this state.

There is no railway station in Sikkim

The state we are talking about is Sikkim. Where there is no railway station yet. Let us tell you, on 16 May 1975, Sikkim joined India as the 22nd state, but since then, there is neither any railway station nor any railway line facility here.

Why is there no railway station in Sikkim?

Why is there no railway station in Sikkim?

The primary factor hindering the construction of railway tracks in Sikkim is its geography and rugged terrain. Sikkim is a hilly state and has steep slopes, deep valleys and unpredictable weather. The land here is not as strong as it should be for a railway network.

What do experts say

What do experts say

Sikkim is a state which is surrounded by lush green forests and these forests are also home to many animals. In such a situation, Sikkim falls in a sensitive area. Experts say that if a railway network is established in Sikkim, it will not be good for the environment, we may have to see a disastrous situation in the future.

How do people here travel without a train

How do people here travel without a train

Even though Sikkim does not have a railway network, the roads built here are very beautiful. The state has a well-organized road network, and neighboring West Bengal has Bagdogra Airport. Not only this, if you want to come to Sikkim by train, then you have to get down at Siliguri or Jalpaiguri railway station in Bengal. From where you can reach Sikkim comfortably through bus, taxi.

Is Sikkim going to get a new railway station?

Is Sikkim going to get a new railway station?

Yes, Sikkim will get its first railway station after a few years. The construction work of which is going on. Which will be named ‘Rangpo railway station’. Let us tell you, this railway station will provide service to Rangpo city and three districts of Sikkim, which are Pakyong district, Gangtok district and Mangan district. Which will have three platforms and 4 railway tracks.

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