Jayrambati Train Service Inaugurated, Connecting Pilgrims to Ma Sarada's Birthplace

• Train service to Jayrambati, Ma Sarada's birthplace, has finally commenced, easing travel for pilgrims and tourists.
• The project, initiated by then Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee in 2000-01, faced delays due to a land dispute at Bhabadighi.
• The railway line up to Jayrambati was completed in March last year, with the Commissioner of Railway Safety approving passenger operations after a trial run.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the train service to Jayrambati from a rally in Singur on Sunday.
• Bishnupur MP Soumitra Khan expressed gratitude, crediting PM Modi for fulfilling the long-standing dream of connecting Jayrambati by rail.

Why It Matters: New train service to Jayrambati connects pilgrims to Ma Sarada's birthplace, fulfilling a long-awaited dream.