Supaul railway station


Supaul railway station is a railway station serving the town of Supaul in Supaul district, Bihar, India. It falls under the Samastipur railway division of the East Central Railway zone of Indian Railways. The station lies on the Saharsa–Forbesganj line, which connects Supaul to major regional centres such as Saharsa, Madhepura, and Forbesganj.

History

Supaul railway was made by Tirhut Railways in the rule of Darbhanga Raj in 1860s.

Overview

Supaul station plays an important role in serving the Kosi region of Bihar, providing rail connectivity for both passenger and freight services. It is one of the key railway hubs in northeastern Bihar and serves as a transit point for travellers from nearby districts including Madhubani, Araria, and Madhepura.
The station consists of two platforms and multiple tracks, with facilities such as a booking office, foot overbridge, and basic passenger amenities. In recent years, Supaul has gained prominence due to its inclusion in the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, under which it is being redeveloped into a modern, eco-friendly, and passenger-friendly station.

Redevelopment

Supaul railway station is undergoing redevelopment under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, an initiative of the Indian Railways aimed at transforming stations into modern, world-class facilities. The redevelopment focuses on enhancing passenger convenience, accessibility, and overall infrastructure quality.
A new railway line was made in 2025 -2026 from supaul to Triveniganj via aham pipra.
Under this project, the station will see improvements in station access, circulating areas, waiting halls, and platforms. The plan also includes integrating the station with the surrounding city area and providing modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, improved passenger information systems, and facilities for persons with disabilities.

Key details

Supaul railway station is among 92 stations in Bihar selected for redevelopment under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
  • Scope: The project follows a continuous and long-term approach to upgrade station amenities. Key components include:
-Upgrading station access and circulating areas
-Renovation of waiting halls and restrooms
-Enhancement of platform surfacing and roofing
-Installation of modern passenger information systems
-Provision of free Wi-Fi and kiosks promoting local products