Rewa Member of Parliament Janardan Mishra met Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in New Delhi and urged the Centre to expedite the long-pending Rewa–Mirzapur railway line project via Hanumana. During the meeting, the MP also requested a stoppage for Intercity Express (Train Nos. 22441/22442) at Dabhoura railway station to improve connectivity for passengers in the Vindhya region.

Describing the Rewa–Mirzapur rail link as a long-standing public demand, Mishra said the project would significantly strengthen railway connectivity between Rewa, Hanumana, Dabhoura and Mirzapur. He urged the Railway Ministry to accelerate procedural formalities and begin construction work at the earliest.

Long-Pending Rail Project

The MP informed the Railway Minister that the proposed railway line has been awaited for years by residents of the Vindhya region. According to him, the project will establish direct rail connectivity between Rewa and Mirzapur, providing faster and more convenient transportation for passengers.

He said the railway line would improve accessibility for thousands of commuters and contribute to the region's overall infrastructure development.

Travel Distance to Reduce

Mishra pointed out that commuters currently travel nearly 165 kilometres by road between Rewa and Mirzapur. Once the railway line becomes operational, direct train connectivity is expected to reduce travel time while offering a safer and more economical mode of transport.

He added that the project would also benefit trade, education, employment opportunities and industrial development by improving regional connectivity.

Boost for Religious Tourism

The MP highlighted that a large number of devotees from Rewa and neighbouring districts regularly travel to the Maa Vindhyavasini Temple in Mirzapur.

According to him, the proposed rail line would make pilgrimage to the revered shrine more convenient by providing direct rail access, reducing travel time and improving passenger comfort.

Demand for Dabhoura Station Halt

During the meeting, Mishra also requested the Railway Minister to approve a stoppage for Intercity Express (Train Nos. 22441/22442) at Dabhoura railway station.

He said thousands of passengers from Dabhoura and nearby areas currently have to travel to other railway stations to board the train, resulting in additional travel time and expenses.

The MP urged the Railway Ministry to consider the demand in the larger public interest, stating that an additional halt would greatly benefit daily commuters, students, employees and other travellers from the region.

The meeting focused on improving railway infrastructure and passenger facilities in the Vindhya region, with the MP expressing hope that the Railway Ministry would take an early decision on both the railway line project and the proposed train stoppage.