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KIG/Kolaghat (3 PFs)
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Track: Triple Electric-Line

Updated: Mar 23 2023 (16:57)
Kolaghat Railway Station (KIG) is located on the Howrah-Chennai main line in West Bengal. Situated on National Highway 6, it's a bustling hub with basic amenities like waiting rooms, stalls and a few shops. The station serves as a key connection for locals and travelers heading towards Kolkata, Digha, and other nearby destinations.

Tourism

Kalighat Temple: Ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, known for its spiritual significance.
Jagannath Temple: Famous temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath, attracts pilgrims from across the country.
Ramakrishna Mission: Spiritual center and ashram founded by Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, attracts devotees and seekers.
Tarakeshwar Temple: Ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its beautiful architecture and serene atmosphere.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple: Important Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, known for its historical and spiritual importance.

Food

Shanti Sagar: Famous for its vegetarian thalis and snacks.
Annapurna: Offers a variety of South Indian and North Indian vegetarian dishes.
The Veggie Hut: A popular spot for vegetarian street food and snacks.
Sai Dhaba: Known for its flavorful vegetarian curries and rotis.
Green Kitchen: Offers a wide range of vegetarian options, including salads and sandwiches.

Station Address

NH 6, Kolaghat , Dist - Purba Medinipur
State: West Bengal

Elevation: 10 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: SG-3
Zone: SER/South Eastern   Division: Kharagpur


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Jan 26 2023 (21:34)   18004/Rani Shiromoni Express (UnReserved) | KIG/Kolaghat (3 PFs) | SRC/WAP-4/22398
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18004 Adra - Howrah Express crossing Kolaghat Bridge over Rupnarayan River || Indian Railways
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Nov 29 2021 (19:34)   KIG/Kolaghat (3 PFs)
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Departure from Kolaghat Platform - 3 towards Mecheda and enjoy the greenery !!
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May 19 2019 (12:03)   12246/SMVT Bengaluru - Howrah Duronto Express | YPR/Yesvantpur Junction (6 PFs) | SRC/WAP-4/22347
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Watch the full journey coverage of Yesvantpur to Howrah by Duronto Express.
This compilation features 12246 DN Yesvantpur [YPR]- Howrah[HWH] Duronto Express with Santragachi[SRC] based WAP-4 22347 loco in lead departing Yesvantpur, skipping various stations, arriving & departing scheduled halts, crossing with various trains enroute, serving lunch & Dinner, spotting Bangladesh railway rake at Kharagpur, parallel run with Steel Exp & finally arriving at Howrah.
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Dec 11 2020 (11:56)   02245X/Howrah - Yesvantpur Duronto Special | GGTA/Ghoraghata (2 PFs) | SRC/WAP-7/39100
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To witness the latest 130kmph allowed trains of SER, went from Howrah till Mecheda.
Most of major & minor curves & every stations on the above section was having Engg. restriction of 110kmph (except for Nalpur & Ghoraghata stations, were clear)

Howrah Yesvantpur Duronto Express Spl. & Bhubaneswar Howrah Janshatabdi Express Spl. through Ghoraghata at 130kmph.
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BEML Stainless steel EMU of SER as Mecheda Local. Presently this rake is transferred to TRS-NKG/ER after 100% 12 CAR service implemented by SER #emuSER
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