Amrit Bharat Station Scheme: 1,275 Railway Stations To Be Upgraded On Continous Basis, Envisages Station Redevelopment In Long Term

Indian Railways is undertaking a massive makeover in order to improve infrastructure and enhance passenger experience.

Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, a new scheme for modernising railway stations, was recently introduced.  A total of 1,275 railway stations, including border areas, have been identified for development under the Amrit Bharat Station scheme.

Station modernisation/upgrading/redevelopment works are normally carried out under Plan Head-53 Customer Amenities, according to the official report. The allocation of funds for the development and maintenance of stations is done Zonal Railway-wise.

Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

The Ministry of Railways, as part of its station redevelopment drive, has formulated a new scheme to modernise small stations over the coming years. 

Amrit Bharat Station Scheme envisages development of stations on a continuous basis with a long term vision.

The scheme aims at preparation of Master Plans of the Railway stations and implementation of the Master Plan in phases to enhance the facilities.

Attempts shall be made to club different grades/types of waiting halls and provide good cafeteria/retail facilities as far as possible

High level platforms (760-840 mm) shall be provided at all categories of stations. Station approaches shall be improved to ensure smooth access by widening of roads, removal of unwanted structures, properly designed signages, dedicated pedestrian pathways, well planned parking areas, improved lighting etc.

Amenities for Divyangjan at stations shall be as per guidelines issued by Railway Board, from time to time.

Scale of amenities and facilities to be provided shall be finalised based on the broad guiding principles of the scheme, footfall at the station, stakeholder consultations, including end-users and local authorities and with approval of divisional railway manager (DRM).

List Of 1,275 Stations For Re-Development (State-wise)