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HYG/Hooghly Ghat (2 PFs)
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Track: Double Electric-Line



Hooghly Ghat railway station (HYG) is a busy station located in the heart of Hooghly town, West Bengal, India. It serves as a crucial transit point for commuters and travellers alike. The station features two platforms, basic amenities, and is known for its close proximity to the iconic Hooghly River and historic landmarks.

Tourism

Hooghly Imambara: A historic mosque and a significant religious site.
Sri Ramkrishna Mission Ashrama: A spiritual center and ashram dedicated to the teachings of Ramakrishna.
Kali Temple: A revered temple dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kali.
Hanuman Temple: A popular temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.
St. John's Church: A historic church with architectural significance.

Food

Annapurna Sweets: Known for its delicious sweets, snacks, and vegetarian dishes.
Shanti Restaurant: Offers a wide variety of vegetarian thalis and North Indian dishes.
The Veggie Corner: A small but popular eatery serving tasty vegetarian street food.
Bhojanalaya: A clean and hygienic restaurant offering a range of vegetarian options.
The Pure Veg Cafe: A cafe serving vegetarian sandwiches, salads, and juices.

Station Address

Chowk Bazar, Olaichanditala, Hooghly, Pin - 712101, Dist - Hooghly
State: West Bengal

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Type: Regular   Category: n/a
Zone: ER/Eastern   Division: Howrah


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Apr 08 2018 (18:36)   X05756/New Jalpaiguri - Howrah Special Fare Special | HYG/Hooghly Ghat (2 PFs) | SGUJ/WDP-4/20084
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New Jalpaiguri Kolkata Summer Special...the train famous to bring offlinks.... season's first run captured from middle of Sampreeti Setu, Bhagirathi river flowing beneath us!!! #mymemories
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Aug 23 2017 (22:51)   12260/Bikaner - Sealdah AC Duronto Express | HYG/Hooghly Ghat (2 PFs) | HWH/WAP-4/22242
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Route diverted 12260 New Delhi Sealdah Duronto Express skips Sampreeti Setu between BDC & NH with #22242 Howrah WAP 4 'SWARNANJALI' in lead !
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Non Interlocking @ HYG/Hooghly Ghat.
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Aug 11 2016 (22:05)   GHY/Guwahati (7 PFs)
 
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List of Old Bridges in Major Routes and their Present status. Write or Post The Bridge List.
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Saraighat Bridge on Bramhaputra River in Assam.
Built: April 1962 (Goods Trafic) June 1963 (Passenger Traffic) 50+ Years Old
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by Jawaharlal Nehru
Earlier MG Railway Double Line cum Road Bridge.
Now BG Single Line cum Road Bridge.
Staus: On April 2012, the Railways entrusted the IIT Guwahati with the responsibility of studying the effect of age on the bridge. The experts gave the opinion that the structure and all the pillars of the bridge are in sound condition and the bridge would be able to serve the North East region of the country for years to come.
Bridge has PSR of 40 Kmph.

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The Old Jubilee Bridge is an important rail bridge over the Hooghly River between Naihati and Bandel in West Bengal.
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It connects the Garifa and Hooghly Ghat stations.
Built: 16 February 1885 in the fiftieth, or jubilee, year of the reign of Queen Victoria.
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Engineer: The Chief Engineer in charge of construction works was Lt Col Arthur John Barry, nephew of Sir John Wolfe-Barry, project engineer of the London Tower Bridge.
Status: The old Jubilee Bridge was finally decommissioned from service on 17-04-2016, the last train to pass through it being 13141/Teesta Torsa Express
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Photo courtesy: Piyal Kundu
Information courtesy: Wikipedia

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Apr 26 2016 (13:57)   13141/Teesta Torsa Express (PT) | HYG/Hooghly Ghat (2 PFs)
 
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The old Jubilee Bridge finally decommissioned from service on 17-04-2016, The last train passed through Old Jubilee Bridge being 13141/TEESTA TORSHA EXPRESS. At the same time Rail traffic were diverted through New Jubilee bridge between Bandel and Naihati section of Eastern Railway.
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