Bargarh: Bargarh MP Pradeep Purohit has advocated for the introduction of a new intercity train service connecting Bargarh and Bhubaneswar. He emphasized that such a service would enable daily commuters to return home the same day, addressing a longstanding demand of the local populace. Purohit highlighted the perceived neglect of Bargarh by the East Coast Railway authorities, noting that despite being under the jurisdiction of the Sambalpur Division, Bargarh has not received adequate attention. He urged the Union Railway Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, to consider this proposal, emphasizing the necessity of improved train services for the development of underrepresented regions like Bargarh. Additionally, Purohit proposed extending the existing Puri-Sambalpur Intercity Express to Bargarh or Balangir and advocated for renaming the Paikamal railway station to Nrusinghanath Temple railway station, reflecting local sentiments. He also suggested converting the Jan Shatabdi Express into a daily intercity service, allowing passengers to travel to Bhubaneswar in the morning and return to Bargarh by evening. These initiatives aim to enhance connectivity and address the transportation needs of the residents in western Odisha.