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Santragachi‑Jaipur Express inaugurated, linking West Bengal with Rajasthan
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 27 Oct 2026, 04:37 AM
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The Indian Railways has launched the Santragachi‑Khatipura (Jaipur) Express, a new service connecting Santragachi near Kolkata with Jaipur, with a detailed timetable now available.
The Ministry of Railways announced the commencement of the Santragachi‑Khatipura (Jaipur) Express, a long‑distance train that will run between Santragachi in West Bengal and Khatipura near Jaipur in Rajasthan. The service is part of Indian Railways' effort to enhance connectivity between the eastern and north‑western regions of the country.
According to the official schedule, the train will traverse key junctions across several states, providing passengers with a direct link that previously required multiple changes. While the exact list of intermediate stops has been released by the railways, the route includes major stations that serve as important commercial and passenger hubs.
The new express is expected to reduce travel time for commuters and tourists moving between the two regions, offering a more convenient alternative to existing services. Rail officials anticipate strong demand, especially from business travelers and pilgrims heading to Rajasthan's cultural sites.
According to the official schedule, the train will traverse key junctions across several states, providing passengers with a direct link that previously required multiple changes. While the exact list of intermediate stops has been released by the railways, the route includes major stations that serve as important commercial and passenger hubs.
The new express is expected to reduce travel time for commuters and tourists moving between the two regions, offering a more convenient alternative to existing services. Rail officials anticipate strong demand, especially from business travelers and pilgrims heading to Rajasthan's cultural sites.