Question 2059

Recently, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off a new passenger train service connecting ________ in Mizoram and __________ in Assam, enhancing Northeast connectivity.

Answer

Sairang – Silchar

Why?

The correct answer is Sairang – Silchar . In News Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off a new passenger train service connecting Sairang in Mizoram and Silchar in Assam , strengthening rail connectivity in the North-East. Key Points The train operates five days a week. It departs Silchar at 1:00 PM and reaches Sairang at 6:30 PM. From Sairang, it leaves at 7:00 AM and reaches Silchar at 12:30 PM. The service enhances regional connectivity under the Act East Policy. Additional Information The Blended Hospitality Service was also inaugurated at Gauhati Railway Station. The initiative supports the vision of Viksit Bharat and balanced regional development.