The Mahabodhi extension scenario depends on the infrastructure and the extension plan. There are two possible cases:

**Case 1) PM shift from ECR to ER**

If ECR wants to give the PM of Mahabodhi to ER, then ER will first reject the PM at Bhagalpur because there is very little space at BGP CDO and the 4th pit was built for Amrit Bharat and is already electrified. So, a Mahabodhi extension in ER territory is possible in Malda, as it is the nearest CDO from BGP and has space and slots available. All available rakes can be accommodated in Malda.
Note: This is just an assumption.

**Case 2) PM shift from ECR to NR**

If the PM of Mahabodhi shifts to Delhi, there are many options available apart from Bhagalpur. It can go to Dumka, Godda, Rampurhat, Azimganj, Jasidih/Madhupur, and Asansol.

Note: These are just assumptions, and I do not support the extension of the Mahabodhi express. I am sharing this information because the Railway Board has expressed a desire to extend the Mahabodhi.