What is begunkodar railway station?

Begunkodar railway station, located in the Purulia district of West Bengal, India, has a rather peculiar history and reputation. It gained notoriety for being considered a "ghost%20station" due to a series of alleged paranormal events.

• Closure and Abandonment: The station was originally opened in 1960. However, it was shut down in 1967 after reports of a railway employee dying and sightings of a "ghostly%20figure" believed to be the employee. Fear gripped the local population, and railway staff refused to work there. This led to its eventual abandonment.

• The "Ghost" Story: The rumors revolved around a white-clad woman seen wandering the platforms and tracks at night. Some believed it was the spirit of the deceased employee. The fear became so pervasive that trains stopped skipping the station, and no one dared to stay overnight.

• Reopening: After 42 years of being deserted, the station was reopened in 2009, thanks to the initiative of the villagers and the then railway minister, Mamata Banerjee. This was done to dispel the superstitions and restore railway services to the region.

• Present Status: Begunkodar railway station is now functional. However, its history continues to be a subject of local lore and fascination. It serves as a reminder of the power of rumors and the impact of fear on a community.