Bhupesh Baghel writes to PM Modi over irregular train operations in Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel on Monday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, raising concerns faced by the people in his state because of irregular operations of passenger trains.

Baghel claimed that the Railways cancelled several trains without any information, making it difficult for passengers commuting in Chhattisgarh, a statement issued by the public relations department of the state government said.

Apart from the cancellations, commuters are also inconvenienced due to train delays, the CM said.

“Students, pilgrims, patients, businessmen, labourers, among other commuters, are severely inconvenienced due to irregular operation of trains. There is anger among the people of the state, and the credibility of the state government and the Railways is being questioned,” Baghel wrote.

Due to the geography of Chhattisgarh, the volume of trains is less than the national average, he said, adding that trains are the only accessible mode of transport for people living in remote areas.