The Jamuna Railway Bridge, constructed over the Jamuna River in Sirajganj, marks the beginning of a new era in rail connectivity for the northern and western regions of the country.

Until now, trains traveled over the Jamuna Bridge at a speed of around 20 km/h, taking 25 to 30 minutes to cross. Additionally, the single-track line often caused delays, as trains had to wait at either the Jamuna East or Jamuna West stations for other trains to pass. This waiting time could extend up to 30–45 minutes, causing significant disruptions for trains traveling to and from the northern and western regions. With the inauguration of the new railway bridge, these problems will be resolved.

Trains on the new bridge will be able to travel at speeds of up to 120 km/h, allowing them to cross in just 5–6 minutes. Moreover, as the bridge features double tracks, no train will need to wait for others to pass.

Built at a cost of 16,000 crore BDT, the project received 12,000 crore BDT in loans from JICA. Once this new railway line is operational, trains will no longer need to use the Jamuna Multipurpose Bridge, freeing it from rail traffic. Consequently, the existing railway lines on the Jamuna Multipurpose Bridge can be removed, increasing the number of lanes or expanding the width of the lanes for vehicles. This enhancement will boost the bridge’s vehicular capacity significantly.

In summary, this railway bridge is poised to play a vital role in the economic development of Northern Bangladesh and the nation as a whole.