Bihar Jharkhand Expressway To Link Pashupatinath And Baidyanath Dham

Project Details  
The proposed Pashupatinath-Baidyanath Dham High-Speed Corridor will begin in Kathmandu, pass through Bhimnagar and Birpur, and enter India via Supaul district in Bihar. From there, it will traverse Madhepura, Saharsa, Khagaria, Munger, and Banka before reaching Baidyanath Dham in Deoghar, Jharkhand.  

Strategic Importance  
This expressway is expected to significantly improve religious tourism by linking two major pilgrimage sites. It will also enhance regional connectivity, reduce travel time, and support economic development in Bihar and Jharkhand.  

Future Outlook  
The detailed proposal has been submitted to the Centre for approval. With a budget allocation of over ₹8,260 crore for 2026–27, the project is poised to become a landmark infrastructure initiative in the region.  

Key Highlights 

• 250-km expressway to connect Pashupatinath and Baidyanath Dham  
• Route passes through Supaul, Madhepura, Saharsa, Khagaria, Munger, and Banka  
• Expected to boost tourism and regional development  
• Proposal submitted to Centre for approval  
• Budget allocation of ₹8,260 crore for 2026–27  

Conclusion  
The Pashupatinath-Baidyanath Dham Expressway represents a major step in strengthening cultural and economic ties between Nepal and India. By improving connectivity, it is set to benefit pilgrims, tourists, and local communities across Bihar and Jharkhand.  

Sources: Hindustan Times, NewsDrum, Economic Times