The Jharkhanddham Halt in Jamua block, near the commercial market, is facing a significant issue with ticket availability. Passengers travelling from this halt are unable to purchase tickets due to the lack of a ticket counter. This has resulted in substantial revenue loss for the railway department as passengers are travelling...
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without tickets. While a contractor was previously responsible for ticket sales, he stopped due to lack of commission. The halt, inaugurated on January 24th, was meant to improve connectivity with the Jharkhanddham temple and provide basic amenities. However, construction work, despite receiving 16 lakh rupees in funding, is allegedly riddled with irregularities and poor quality materials. The lack of basic amenities like a proper platform and drainage is causing inconvenience to passengers. Following reports of the issues, the Railway Inspector has promised to address the situation and ensure ticket availability for passengers.

The newly inaugurated Jharkhanddham Halt near Jamua, Jharkhand, is facing severe issues with ticket availability, leading to substantial revenue loss for the Indian Railways. Despite the halt's opening on January 24th, 2024, with the aim of connecting the nearby Jharkhanddham temple to the rail network, passengers are unable to purchase tickets...
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due to the absence of a ticket counter and a lack of proper facilities. While the contractor was supposed to set up a ticket counter, passenger seating, and other basic amenities, the work has been marred by alleged irregularities and substandard construction, leaving passengers dissatisfied. The Railways are aware of the issue and have promised to resolve it soon by facilitating ticket availability for passengers.