Nawada got the track of development, now it will be easy to reach Delhi-Patna:

News India Live, Digital Desk: The rail connectivity that the people of Nawada have been dreaming of for years is now going to become a reality. Modi government in Union Budget 2026 Rs 492.14 crore to be made at a cost of 25.10 kilometers Funds have been released for the long Nawada-Pawapuri new railway line. This new line will connect Nawada directly to Pawapuri Road station and then to the Rajgir-Bakhtiyarpur rail section, providing an alternative and faster route from Nawada to Patna and Delhi.

Direct access to Pawapuri Water Temple

This project is based on the famous pilgrimage site of Jainism. Pavapuri Will provide direct rail connectivity to.

Promotion of religious tourism: Now devotees from across the country will be able to reach Pawapuri Water Temple directly by rail.

Reduction in travel time: Travel time between Nawada, Nalanda and Rajgir will be significantly reduced. Presently people have to travel long distances, but this line will save both distance and time.

basis of economic and industrial revolution

The commencement of this rail line will not only make travel easier, but will also provide new energy to the regional economy:

Silk Industry of Kadirganj: The traditional silk industry of Kadirganj of Nawada will get access to bigger markets.

Rajauli Nuclear Power Plant: This project will also provide logistics support for the construction of the proposed 2000 MW nuclear power plant at Rajauli.

Business and Education: Easy access to global centers like Nalanda University and Bodh Gaya will give a new impetus to education and business in Nawada.

MP Vivek Thakur expressed gratitude

Nawada MP Vivek Thakur expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav for this historic achievement. He said that this is the first and most important step towards connecting Nawada directly with the Delhi-Patna main line.

Key Features of the Project (At a Glance)