The Central Government has given the green signal for a new train service between Agartala (Tripura) and Guwahati (Narangi, Assam), marking a significant stride toward improving connectivity and development in the Northeast region.
📌 Tripura MP Biplab Kumar Deb expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, thanking them for this key infrastructural development aimed at enhancing the travel experience of people in the region.
Strategic Importance
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The newly approved train service will strengthen economic, cultural, and social ties between Tripura and Assam.
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It is expected to reduce travel time, enhance logistics, and improve accessibility for remote and border areas.
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The step comes amid ongoing infrastructure projects in the Northeast, especially railway electrification and station modernization.
Vande Bharat Proposal
In a related move, Tripura CM Manik Saha has also urged the Centre to introduce a Vande Bharat Express between Agartala and Guwahati. If approved, this would be the first semi-high-speed train for Tripura, providing faster and more efficient travel.
Electrification in Progress
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The Badarpur–Agartala section has already been fully electrified.
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Electrification work on the Guwahati–Badarpur section is underway.
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Upon completion, this will enable faster trains and pave the way for further rail services like Vande Bharat.
Vision for the Northeast
The Government’s larger aim is to:
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Enhance rail infrastructure
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Promote economic growth in remote areas
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Improve mobility and tourism in the Northeast
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Fulfill the “Act East Policy” vision
This train service is more than just transport—it’s a symbol of integration, connectivity, and progress for the Northeast.
