North Western Railway has completed the redevelopment of Lalgarh Railway Station in Bikaner Division. The project was carried out under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme with an investment of approximately 18.70 crore rupees. This upgrade aims to provide better facilities to lakhs of devotees visiting the Karni Mata Temple and reduce the passenger load on Bikaner Junction.
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What are the new facilities at Lalgarh Station?
The station now features a beautified building with separate entry and exit points. New facilities include a dedicated booking office, retiring rooms, and modern toilet blocks. To support green energy, a 50 kW solar plant was installed at a cost of 22.50 lakh rupees. The walls are decorated with local art and culture, and LED lighting has been installed throughout the station.
How has the passenger experience been improved?
The station has been equipped with advanced digital systems to help passengers. This includes coach guidance display boards, multi-line displays, and GPS-based digital clocks. For better accessibility, proper signage and facilities for Divyangjan passengers are available. Additionally, a 12-meter wide foot overbridge is being built at a cost of 7.02 crore rupees, with 85 percent of the work already finished.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Cost | 18.70 Crore |
| Solar Plant Capacity | 50 kW |
| FOB Width | 12 Meters |
| Key Beneficiaries | Karni Mata Temple Devotees |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the cost of Lalgarh Railway Station redevelopment?
The station was redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme at a total cost of approximately 18.70 crore rupees.
How will this redevelopment help passengers?
It will reduce the crowd at Bikaner Junction and provide modern facilities like a new foot overbridge, solar power, and digital information systems for devotees.