Indian Railways: Revamp of Gurugram, two other railway stations to start soon

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Narendra Modi is set to launch the renovation works for three railway stations in the National Capital Region (NCR). The renovation works of Gurugram, Rewari, and Pataudi railway stations will soon begin, with a total cost of ₹219 crore. Gurugram railway station will undergo a significant transformation with a budget of ₹200 crore, while Pataudi and Rewari stations will receive upgrades worth ₹12 crore and ₹7 crore, respectively.

Gurugram MP Rao Inderjeet Singh met with Railway Minister Ashwani Vaishnav to make this announcement, reported The Tribune. “Gurugram is progressing by leaps and bounds but basic infrastructure like railway station needs a major upgrade. The work was already on and now PM Modi will launch the mega renovation project.

Improved railway connectivity will be a major boost to the warehouse and freight corridors coming up in area," Inderjeet said. Also read: Railways on track to meet target of 100% electrification by Dec The renovation project aims to improve passenger amenities, including seating arrangements, train displays, foot-over bridges, and waiting rooms. Multiple entry and exit points will also be added to the Gurugram railway station.

The upgraded railway connectivity is expected to boost warehouse and freight corridors in the area, contributing to the region's development. Also read: RITES inks pact with IRFC to identify areas of collaboration During the meeting, the demand for resuming the Garhi Harsaru to Farukhnagar-Delhi DEMU train, which was suspended during the pandemic, was raised. The Railway Minister ordered that the service should be resumed soon, considering the passengers' demand, reported The Tribune.