Ranchi, Dec. 26 -- The Indian Railways has approved a new express train between Dhanbad and Bhopal, in a major step towards improving direct rail connectivity between Jharkhand and Madhya Pradesh.

According to official orders issued by the Railway Board, train numbers 11631/11632 Bhopal-Dhanbad Express have been cleared for operation and services are expected to start soon. With the introduction of this train, passengers travelling between the two states will benefit from a direct, time-saving and more comfortable journey.

Until now, travellers from Dhanbad to Bhopal were required to change trains or undertake longer travel routes. The new express train is expected to significantly ease travel, particularly benefiting those associated wit...