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India and Bhutan Forge Cross-Border Rail Connection

India and Bhutan have joined forces to establish their inaugural rail link, backed by Indian support, to facilitate smooth passenger and cargo transportation between the nations. The collaboration also encompasses plans for a rail connection between Banarhat in West Bengal and Samtse in Bhutan, demonstrating their commitment to enhancing trade, technology, and cross-border connectivity. Additionally, Indian Railways has conducted a preliminary engineering-cum-traffic survey for the 57-km Kokrajhar-Gelephu rail link, marking a significant stride in their bilateral cooperation.