Jharkhand: Sahibganj-Barharwa rail link remains disrupted

Sahibganj, Oct 4 (UNI) Train services on the Sahibganj-Barharwa rail section remained disrupted for the sixth consecutive day on Sunday as Ganga erosion continued between Sakrigali and Maharajpur stations. The distance between the railway track and the Ganga bank at the affected stretch has reduced from around 13 feet to 11 feet due to continued erosion, according to railway officials. Railway authorities are placing boulders, sleepers and dust along the riverbank and installing long poles to prevent further erosion towards the track. The restoration work is being carried out round the clock. The Ganga water level stood at 27.65 metres…