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New Dhaka-Khulna train services via Padma Bridge to launch on Dec 24
Khulna, Dec 19 - Two new passenger train services will be launched from Dhaka to Khulna and Benapole via Kashiani Junction through Padma Bridge on December 24.
The Ministry of Railways announced this in a press release on Wednesday.
'Jahanabad Express' on Khulna-Dhaka-Khulna route and 'Ruposhi Bangla' Express on Benapole-Dhaka-Benapole route will travel regularly, keeping a one-day break in a week.
Benapole can be reached from Dhaka via Khulna in just four hours by this newly launched train.
Dhaka-Khulna trains took eight hours via the Padma Bridge rail link, as they passed through Bhanga junction, Poradah, Faridpur, and Rajbari. Older route via the Jamuna Bridge took 14 hours.
The new trains are expected to significantly reduce travel time. Passengers will reach Khulna or Benapole from Dhaka in approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes.
Tickets will be available starting December 21 at 8 pm through station counters, online platforms, and mobile apps.-UNB