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Hindustan Times
31-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Alert loco pilot averts mishap, stops train sensing boulder on track
A bid to derail the train by placing a boulder on the railway track between Bhirpur and Meja railway stations of North Central Railway (NCR) was foiled by alert loco pilot of New Delhi-Rajendra Nagar Patna Tejas Rajdhani Express who stopped the train well in time late Thursday night. The train had to remain at the site for 10 minutes and was allowed to proceed after no suspect was found during the on-site investigation. RPF has registered a case against unknown miscreants in this connection, said NCR officials. As per reports, train number 12310 Tejas Rajdhani Express left for Patna from Delhi at 5.10 pm on Thursday evening. It reached Prayagraj Junction half an hour late at around midnight. The train then left the junction after a two-minute stop. As soon as it crossed Cheoki railway station, between Bhirpur and Meja Road railway station, the loco pilot Maqsood Alam heard an unusual sound of something rubbing against the railway track and stopped the train immediately. The control room was informed about this. As soon as the information was received, RPF and railway officials reached the spot. When the railway track was checked, a boulder was found there on the track. The train remained there for about 10 minutes before being allowed to proceed further. The railway team also investigated this matter on Friday, but it could not be known as to who had placed the boulder on the railway track. RPF is investigating this matter after registering a case, said officials. Confirming the incident, chief public relations officer (CPRO), NCR Shashikant Tripathi said that the loco pilot showed alertness and stopped the train. On the basis of his statement, RPF has registered a case against unknown miscreants. Photography of the incident site has been done. The railway team is now investigating the incident, he added. As per officials, as soon as the loco pilot heard the sound and informed the control room after stopping the train, assistant sub inspector of RPF Anil Kumar went to the spot for inspection. After this, a search operation was conducted from Meja to Bhirpur railway track. However, during this time, RPF did not see any suspicious person there. TThe train stood on the railway track from 12.37am to 12.47am. Finally, a case was registered against unidentified person under section 153 (endangering the safety of persons traveling on or upon a railway) and 147 (trespass and misuse of railway property) of the Railway Act.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Amrit Bharat Station Scheme: Nine North Central Railway stations get new look, PM Modi to inaugurate on May 22, ET TravelWorld
Advt Advt Join the community of 2M+ industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. Download ETTravelWorld App Get Realtime updates Save your favourite articles Scan to download App In a major step towards modernising and upgrading India's railway infrastructure to global standards, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate 103 redeveloped railway stations across the country on May 22 under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme . Among the stations being inaugurated, nine key stations under the North Central Railway zone, including Karchana railway station in the Prayagraj division, are set to receive a modern facelift and a new Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is aimed at equipping railway stations across India with state-of-the-art passenger amenities , enhanced safety features, and improved technical capabilities, while also focusing on aesthetic station has now emerged as a modern railway hub , expected to play a vital role in regional development and passenger convenience. Alongside Karchana, the other stations in the zone have also been revamped to include world-class to IANS, CPRO Prayagraj Shashikant Tripathi confirmed that on May 22, Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate the 103 Amrit Bharat stations via video conferencing. He added that the foundation stones for these redevelopments had been laid by the Prime Minister a few years ago. The new facilities include circulating areas, parking zones, 12-metre-wide foot overbridges (FOBs), modern toilets, and accessibility features for differently-abled nine North Central Railway stations included in this initiative are:Karchana, Govindpuri, Fatehabad, Mahwa Mandawar Road, Idgah, Govindgarh, Govardhan, Pukhrayan, and Orchha.A total investment of around Rs 90 crore has been made for the beautification and infrastructure development of these stations. Notably, stations like Govardhan and Orchha hold religious and tourism significance, while Govindpuri station is being developed as a satellite terminal to ease congestion at Kanpur emphasised that this initiative focuses not just on major stations but also on transforming smaller stations into well-equipped, attractive facilities - a vision set to be realised on May 22.
India.com
21-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Nine North Central Railway Stations Get New Look, PM Modi To Inaugurate On May 22
Prayagraj: In a major step towards modernising and upgrading India's railway infrastructure to global standards, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate 103 redeveloped railway stations across the country on May 22 under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Among the stations being inaugurated, nine key stations under the North Central Railway zone, including Karchana railway station in the Prayagraj division, are set to receive a modern facelift and a new identity. The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is aimed at equipping railway stations across India with state-of-the-art passenger amenities, enhanced safety features, and improved technical capabilities, while also focusing on aesthetic upgrades. Karchana station has now emerged as a modern railway hub, expected to play a vital role in regional development and passenger convenience. Alongside Karchana, the other stations in the zone have also been revamped to include world-class amenities. CPRO Prayagraj Shashikant Tripathi confirmed that on May 22, Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate the 103 Amrit Bharat stations via video conferencing. He added that the foundation stones for these redevelopments had been laid by the Prime Minister a few years ago. The new facilities include circulating areas, parking zones, 12-metre-wide foot overbridges (FOBs), modern toilets, and accessibility features for differently-abled passengers. The nine North Central Railway stations included in this initiative are: Karchana, Govindpuri, Fatehabad, Mahwa Mandawar Road, Idgah, Govindgarh, Govardhan, Pukhrayan, and Orchha. A total investment of around Rs 90 crore has been made for the beautification and infrastructure development of these stations. Notably, stations like Govardhan and Orchha hold religious and tourism significance, while Govindpuri station is being developed as a satellite terminal to ease congestion at Kanpur Central. Tripathi emphasised that this initiative focuses not just on major stations but also on transforming smaller stations into well-equipped, attractive facilities — a vision set to be realised on May 22.
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Time of India
Subedarganj rly stn to be satellite hub for Delhi-Howrah trains
1 2 Prayagraj: The plan to develop Prayagraj Subedarganj railway station as a satellite station for major trains on the Delhi-Howrah route has taken a decisive turn. North Central Railways (NCR) prepared a proposal to give a two-minute halt to more than two dozen major trains, including those that start their journey from Prayagraj Junction towards New Delhi and those operating on the Howrah-Delhi trunk route. The major trains that may have a brief halt at this satellite station, which caters to the large population residing in the city West and beyond, include Prayagraj Express, Humsafar, Shivganga, Purushottam, Brahmaputra, Netaji Express, Mahabodhi, and Purva, among others. This proposal includes all the important trains on the Delhi-Howrah route. However, Rajdhani Express and Vande Bharat Express are excluded for now. The Railway Board will make the final decision on this proposal. The main objective of this step is to reduce the crowd and pressure of passengers at Prayagraj Junction. Additionally, it aims to provide more travel options for passengers. During Maha Kumbh, both Prayagraj Express and Humsafar Express were operated from this station for around two months. This decision was well praised by the passengers of the Sangam city. This proposal is seen as another step towards strengthening Subedarganj station, which is being redeveloped as an alternative station to Prayagraj Junction. The main objective of this step is to reduce the crowd and pressure of passengers at Prayagraj Junction. Additionally, it aims to provide more travel options for passengers. The construction of two new platforms is also proposed to increase station's capacity, raising the number of platforms from six to eight. Last year, two new platforms were also built here. NCR CPRO Shashikant Tripathi said that Prayagraj is being strengthened in terms of the rail network. The upgradation of Subedarganj station will not only increase passenger convenience but will also see this station emerge as a major railway hub in the future. With the implementation of this proposal, the experience of rail travel in Prayagraj and surrounding areas will improve significantly. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like How can a 3-month-old get cancer? Please help! Give Hope India Donate Now Undo With the stoppage of trains at Subedarganj station, passengers from nearby areas will get relief from crowd at Prayagraj Junction. This will make their journey more convenient and time-saving. The redevelopment of the station will increase employment opportunities in the area and boost the local economy.
