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The Hindu
29-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
KV Dharwad Students Excel in ‘Mera Amrit Station' Competition
Students of PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Dharwad, have excelled in the competitions held under the 'Mera Amrit Station' initiative of the Indian Railways. While Roshani of Class III emerged as the star performer in the Drawing Competition, securing the 1st prize for her creative and imaginative artwork, Surabhi V.G. of Class IX secured 2nd position in the essay competition and 3rd position in elocution competition, a release from KV said. The students received the prizes from Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot during the inauguration ceremony of the Amrit Stations held in Dharwad recently. Chairman of Karnataka Legislative Council Basavaraj Horatti and others were present. Deputy Commissioner of the KVS Regional Office Dharmendra Patle, Assistant Commissioners R. Pramod and Hema K., and principal Rakesh Kumar Goyal have congratulated the students for their excellent performance.
India Gazette
23-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Bihar: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw boards special train from Patna; to review Jamalpur railway workshop today
Patna (Bihar) [India], May 23 (ANI): Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, along with Union Minister Lalan Singh, boarded a special train from Patna to Jamalpur on Friday. Vaishnaw will review a railway workshop today at Jamalpur . Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha and Samrat Choudhary also boarded the special train to Jamalpur. On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 103 redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, marking a historic leap towards modernising Indian Railways. PM Modi travelled to Rajasthan's Bikaner and laid the foundation stone for multiple projects worth over Rs 26,000 crore. He also virtually inaugurated 103 redeveloped stations across 86 districts in 18 states and Union Territories on May 22. Amrit Stations inaugurated in Maharashtra are Amgaon, Chanda Fort, Chinchpokli, Devlali, Dhule, Kedgaon, Lasalgaon, Lonand Junction, Matunga, Murtizapur Junction, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Itwari Junction, Parel, Savda, Shahad, and Wadala Road. Tamil Nadu stations Chidambaram, Kulitturai, Mannargudi, Polur, Samalpatti, Srirangam, St Thomas Mount, Tiruvannamalai, and Vriddhachalam Junction are also part of the Amrit Bharat Station scheme which was inaugurated by the PM. Earlier on Wednesday, Vaishnaw expressed his happiness over the redevelopment of 1,300 railway stations in the country. He further asserted that 500 more stations will be ready for inauguration by 2027. He emphasised that every station is being redeveloped by using the local architectural designs as much as possible. 'It is a matter of great happiness that 1300 railway stations in the country are being redeveloped. In the coming eight months, 100 more stations will be ready and by 2027, 500 stations will be ready. You must have seen that every station has been made using local architectural designs as much as possible... Passenger facilities have been ensured,' Ashwini Vaishnaw told reporters. (ANI)
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Time of India
PM flags off 19 revamped rly stns in UP; they signal blend of heritage & devpt: CM
Lucknow: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday virtually inaugurated 103 modernised railway stations across the country, including 19 of Uttar Pradesh, under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme from Rajasthan's Bikaner. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, joined virtually from Lucknow, to witness the occasion that marks a significant leap in the state's infrastructure. "All 103 Amrit Stations across India, including 19 in Uttar Pradesh, dedicated today by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, embody New India's blend of heritage preservation, development resolve, and the synergy of speed and pride," CM Yogi said on X. He emphasized that these stations were not just brick-and-mortar upgrades but symbols of contemporary India's aspirations where modern amenities coexist with cultural heritage, and robust infrastructure fuels connectivity and economic growth. The 19 upgraded stations of UP are North Eastern Railway's (NER's) Balrampur, Gola Gokarnnath, Mailani, Ramghat Halt, Siddharthnagar, Swami Narayan Chhappia of Lucknow division, Bareilly City, Hathras City, Izzatnagar and Ujhani of Izzatnagar division and Suraimanpur of Varanasi division. In North Central Railway's, Pokhraya of Jhansi division, Govindpuri and Karchana of Prayagraj division, Fatehabad, Govardhan and Idgah Agra of Agra division and from Northern Railway, Bijnor from Moradabad division and Saharanpur from Ambala division. "Each station had been redesigned with modern waiting rooms, escalators, lifts and provisions for persons with disabilities. Digital display boards flashes train updates, eco-friendly designs have reduced carbon footprints, and architecture echoes the region's cultural tapestry--whether it was Awadh's intricate motifs or Saharanpur's woodwork heritage," said a railway official. At Bareilly City, a weary traveler could now rest in a climate-controlled waiting room instead of a crowded platform. At Siddharthnagar, escalators eased the journey for elderly pilgrims visiting Buddhist sites. In Govardhan, digital boards ensured no one missed a train, while local artisans' murals welcomed visitors, blending tradition with technology. "These aren't just stations, they are gateways to opportunity, poised to boost tourism, trade and local economies," said the official. After the inauguration, CM posted again, reflecting on the broader impact: "The redeveloped Amrit Stations reflect the vision of a New India, where modern amenities, cutting-edge technology, and cultural pride advance together. They will undoubtedly boost regional development, promote local culture, and expand tourism and business opportunities." He expressed gratitude to PM Modi, stating: "Heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister for these Amrit Stations that provide passengers with integrated modern facilities, an accessible and soulful travel experience." The 103 stations, spread across 86 districts in 18 states and Union Territories, were built with an investment of over Rs 1,100 crore. The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme aims to renovate over 1,300 stations across the nation, highlighting regional architecture and passenger-centric facilities. In the last 11 years, the railway ministry has laid down 34,000 km of new railway tracks and electrified 47,000 km of railway lines. New trains such as Vande Bharat, Namo Bharat, Amrit Bharat have been launched, and 42,000 ICF coaches have been converted to LHB coaches. In 2023-24, renovation work started at 1,062 stations. Another 100 stations are set for completion in the next eight months, and 500 more stations are projected to be renovated by 2027.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
PM virtually inaugurates five Amrit rly stations in CG
Raipur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday virtually inaugurated 103 redeveloped railway stations across the country, including five in Chhattisgarh, under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. These upgraded stations aim to provide modern amenities to passengers. Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai attended the inauguration event at Ambikapur railway station. The five Amrit stations in Chhattisgarh are Ambikapur station in Bilaspur division, Urkura, Bhilai, and Bhanupratappur stations in Raipur division, and Rajnandgaon district's Dongargarh station in Nagpur division. The PM said the world is surprised by India's developmental works. He highlighted projects such as the Chenab Bridge in the North, the Bogibeel Bridge in Assam, the Atal Setu in Mumbai, and the Pamban Bridge in the South, calling it a unique structure. India is modernising its train network with the introduction of Vande Bharat and Namo Bharat trains, which symbolise the nation's new pace of progress. Over the past 11 years, hundreds of road overbridges and underbridges were constructed, and more than 34,000 km of new rail tracks were laid, said PM Modi. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Добро пожаловать в Аравию SAUDI Забронировать Under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, 27 railway stations in Chhattisgarh are undergoing redevelopment. The scheme includes facilities such as separate waiting areas for women and ramps for divyangs. A total of 32 railway stations in the state were selected under this scheme, with an estimated cost of Rs 1,680 crore. Work on five of these stations was completed and they were inaugurated by the PM. Attending the event at Ambikapur, CM Sai said, "Ambikapur, the headquarters of the tribal-majority Surguja district, and four other stations in Chhattisgarh are now prominent railway stations on the railway map." He thanked PM Narendra Modi for the Amrit stations. Facilities at these Amrit Stations include grand entry gates, attractive décor, high-mast lighting, modern waiting halls, ticket counters, upgraded toilets, ramps for divyang individuals, platform shelters, coach indication systems, and digital display boards. Chhattisgarh governor Ramen Deka was present at Urkura in Raipur, Union minister of state Tokhan Sahu in Bhilai, deputy chief minister Arun Sao in Bhanupratappur, and Rajnandgaon MP Santosh Pandey was present at Dongargarh. GFX: MODERNISATION & DEVELOPMENT ON ITS WAY 5 Amrit stations of Chhattisgarh Ambikapur station in Bilaspur division Urkura, Bhilai, and Bhanupratappur stations in Raipur division Rajnandgaon district's Dongargarh station in Nagpur division Facilities Under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme Separate waiting areas for women and ramps for divyangs Railway stations of CG selected under this scheme - 32 Estimated cost - Rs 1,680 crore Facilities At Amrit Stations Grand entry gates, attractive décor, high-mast lighting, modern waiting halls, ticket counters, upgraded toilets, ramps for divyang individuals, platform shelters, coach indication systems, and digital display boards
New Indian Express
22-05-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
PM Modi inaugurates 103 redeveloped stations; UP's 19 stations showcase blend of heritage, modernity
LUCKNOW: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated 103 redeveloped railway stations across the country under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, virtually from Bikaner, Rajasthan. Among these, 19 railway stations in Uttar Pradesh were also renovated, marking a significant step towards the modernisation of Indian Railways and enhancement of passenger amenities. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath participated in the event virtually from Lucknow. Later, taking to microblogging site X, the UP CM wrote: "All 103 Amrit Stations across India, including 19 in Uttar Pradesh, dedicated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, embody New India's blend of heritage preservation, development resolve, and the synergy of speed and pride." He emphasised that these Amrit stations across the country embodied the vision of a 'New India.' Not only do these stations have modern amenities, but they will also promote regional culture and improve connectivity. The stations renovated under the scheme in Uttar Pradesh included Balrampur, Bareilly City, Bijnor, Fatehabad, Gola Gokarnanath, Govardhan, Govindpuri, Hathras City, Idgah Agra, Izzatnagar, Karchana, Mailani, Pukhrayan, Ramghat Halt, Saharanpur, Siddharthnagar, Suremanpur, Swaminarayan Chhapia, and Ujhani. The redevelopment of these stations is expected to provide a smoother and more pleasant travel experience for rail passengers in Uttar Pradesh.
