Big Boost For Indian Railways Passengers: 103 Amrit Stations Get Airport Like Swanky Facilities - PICS

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the redeveloped Joychandi Pahar Junction railway station, which serves Adra town and Raghunathpur in the Purulia district of West Bengal. The station falls under the South Eastern Railway zone.

Bagalkot Railway Station has been redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme at a cost of Rs 16.06 crore. It now features a modern station building, improved passenger amenities, dedicated parking, upgraded platforms, lifts, escalators, and a wide foot overbridge, offering a comfortable and accessible travel experience.

Dharwad Railway Station has been redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme at a cost of ₹17.1 crore. Upgrades include a second entry, wide foot overbridge, lifts, escalators, modern signage, digital amenities, Divyangjan-friendly toilets, improved parking, ticket counters, and drinking water facilities, enhancing overall accessibility and passenger comfort.

Under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS), three additional dormitories have been constructed in the new station building at Gadag, bringing the total number of dormitories to four.

Munirabad Railway Station has been redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme at a cost of Rs 18.40 crore. Key upgrades include a new station building, wide foot overbridge, modern signage, lifts, renovated waiting halls, parking zones, and enhanced passenger facilities for a smoother and more comfortable travel experience.

Baijnath Paprola Railway Station, located in Himachal Pradesh, is one of the 103 stations redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS) and will be inaugurated via video conference on 22nd May 2025.

Saharanpur Railway Station, located in Uttar Pradesh, is one of the 103 stations redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS) and will be inaugurated via video conference on 22nd May 2025. (Images: X/ @AshwiniVaishnaw)