It is part of the Northeast Frontier Railway zone of Indian Railways, serving as a crucial junction for regional connectivity.
[2] The station offers some amenities for passengers, such as ticket counters and parking.
[4][5] On January 24, 2013, an express train driver spotted a foodgrain-loaded goods train ahead on the track near Barahu railway station and applied emergency brakes, causing a delay of over two hours before the express resumed its journey to Dibrugarh.
[6] Later on November 7, 2024, Guwahati-bound Kolongpar passenger train was stranded near Barahu railway station due to a technical snag, affecting around 1,000 passengers.
Indian Railways officials provided food and water and worked to resolve the issue, which led to a delay of several hours.