'Amrit Stations' To Be Inaugurated By PM Modi On Thursday — All You Need To Know
Over 1,300 stations are being redeveloped with modern facilities, designed to reflect regional architecture and enhance passenger amenities under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate 103 Amrit Stations via video conference during an event on Thursday. These stations, situated in 86 districts across 18 states and Union territories of India, have been developed at a cost of over Rs 1,100 crore.
"Tomorrow, 22nd May is a landmark day for India's railway infrastructure. The Amrit Stations will boost comfort, connectivity and celebrate our glorious culture! (sic)," PM Modi shared on his X profile.
What Are Amrit Stations?
Over 1,300 stations are being redeveloped with modern facilities, designed to reflect regional architecture and enhance passenger amenities under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme or ABBS.
The redeveloped Amrit stations across India integrate modern infrastructure with cultural heritage, passenger-centric amenities including those for Divyangjan and sustainable practices to enhance the travel experience.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, shared a glimpse of some of these stations upgraded under the the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme on his X profile on Wednesday.
Karnataka's Five Railway Stations
Karnataka’s five railway stations — Munirabad, Bagalkot, Gadag, Gokak Road, Dharwad — are among the 103 Amrit Stations to be inaugurated by PM Modi.
Check out major details on some of the Railway Station upgradations:
Gadag Railway Station: The redevelopment completed at a cost of Rs 23.24 crore, the Railway Station is a key junction in northern Karnataka, connecting major cities such as Hubballi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Hyderabad.
The station now boasts a modern building with a spacious, aesthetically designed entrance hall, a well-planned circulating area with separate entry and exit points, and dedicated parking for autos, two-wheelers, and four-wheelers. Platforms 1, 2, and 3 have been upgraded with new shelters, toilet blocks, Divyangjan-friendly amenities, among other amenities.
Munirabad Railway Station: The redevelopment completed at a cost of Rs 18.40 crore, the Station located in Karnataka’s Koppal district, Munirabad Railway Station is a vital link connecting Karnataka to Andhra Pradesh through the Hubballi–Guntakal rail line.
Munirabad is the closest railhead to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi, just 10 km away, attracting tourists worldwide to its renowned monuments like Virupaksha Temple, Vittala Temple, and the Stone Chariot. The station also provides access to attractions like Tungabhadra Dam and Anjanadri Hill, a famous pilgrimage site.
Major enhancements include platform shelters spanning over 3600 sqm, a spacious 12-meter-wide foot over bridge, modern signage, façade lighting, new street furniture, two operational lifts, renovated waiting halls, clean toilets, and improved seating arrangements, among others.
Dharwad Railway Station: The redevelopment completed at a cost of Rs 17.1 crore, the Station is a vital transport hub in northern Karnataka, situated on the Londa–Hubballi line. It connects Dharwad to major cities like Hubballi, Bengaluru, Belagavi, Pune, and Goa.
Key improvements include a new second entry, a 12-meter-wide foot over bridge connecting all platforms, three lifts for easy accessibility, modern signage, passenger information systems, digital clocks, new furniture, and upgraded toilets with Divyangjan-friendly amenities among others.
