Underground Rail Link Along 'Chicken's Neck' Corridor Will Ensure Secure Route to Northeast: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Why India is fortifying Siliguri’s ‘Chicken’s Neck’ corridor with underground rail

Indian Railways: NFR General Manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava and Chief Administrative Officer (Construction) Hitendra Goyal said the underground stretch would run between Tin Mile Haat and Rangapani railway stations in West Bengal.

Underground rail link along 'Chicken's Neck' corridor will ensure secure route to Northeast: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

The Chief Minister of Assam said the "strategic vulnerability" of the narrow strip of land should have been addressed in the aftermath of 1971

Underground rail link along Chickens Neck will ensure secure route to NE: Himanta - The Tribune

Taking to social media, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma addressed the vulnerability of the narrow strip and said it should have been discussed after 1971.

Secure Northeast access via underground rail at ‘chicken’s neck’: Assam CM

A new underground rail link is planned for West Bengal's strategic 'Chicken's Neck' corridor. This project aims to create a secure transportation route connecting the Northeast to the rest of India. The initiative addresses a long-standing strategic vulnerability. Existing tracks will also be upgraded to four lines. This development promises enhanced connectivity and security for the region.

‘Chicken’s Neck’ used as intimidation tactic for decades: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

India plans underground railway tracks along a 40-km strategic corridor including the 'Chicken's Neck'. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma stated the narrow Siliguri corridor has been used for intimidation. The proposed rail link aims to create a secure transportation route connecting the Northeast with the rest of India. This initiative addresses a long-standing strategic vulnerability.

Underground rail hyperlink alongside ‘Hen’s Neck’ hall will guarantee safe path to Northeast: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. File | Photograph Credit score: ANI Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday (February 3, 2026) stated the proposed underground rail hyperlink alongside the strategic ‘Hen’s Neck’ hall in West Bengal will guarantee a safe transportation route, connecting the Northeast. He stated the “strategic vulnerability” of the slim strip of land ought to have been addressed within the aftermath of 1971. “…