Residents of Baghmara, Jharkhand are upset that the proposed construction of a Road Over Bridge (ROB) near the Khanudih station in Adra Rail Division is being replaced with an underpass near Benidih siding. The level crossing at Khanudih has been a nuisance for locals, hindering the movement of people and vehicles....
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The proposed ROB was a long-standing demand, with letters sent to the railway ministry and several protests held. The local MLA and MP had recently inspected the site, but no concrete decision on the ROB has been made. The locals are concerned that the underpass would be more beneficial for the railway, while impacting their daily lives, especially for accessing the community health center, Baghmara police station, and schools. Some residents are expressing disappointment at the railway’s decision to not build the ROB, citing its inconvenience for the region.