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Singhabad – India’s Last Railway Station at the Border | SpotGenie Fact

Singhabad Railway Station, perched on the India–Bangladesh border, is often called India’s last railway station, with passenger trains long gone, but its platforms still echoing with history.

Pratik Kamble

17 Nov 2025 — 1 min read

Singhabad – India’s Last Railway Station at the Border | SpotGenie Fact

🧞‍♂️ SpotGenie Fact | India’s Last Railway Station: Singhabad, West Bengal

🚉 Curious Fact

At the very edge of India’s rail network, right before the Bangladesh border, lies Singhabad Railway Station, often called India’s last railway station. Today, no passenger trains stop here, but its legacy is immense.

🔍 Facts

Location: Habibpur area, Malda district, West Bengal.
Historical Role: During the British era, Singhabad connected Kolkata (Sealdah) to Dhaka (now in Bangladesh).
Current Status: According to several sources, passenger trains no longer stop at Singhabad.
Goods / Transit Use: It is now primarily used for freight / transit trains.
Strategic Importance: The station serves as a transit point for trade, especially as part of cross-border freight routes.

🌍 Why It Matters

Singhabad isn’t just “the last station” geographically, it’s a living relic of history. It stands as a symbol of how India’s rail lines were once deeply intertwined with what is now Bangladesh, and how rail connectivity has evolved post-independence.

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