The Railway Board has approved a new entry and exit gate for Gorakhpur Cantt Station. This project will allow passengers to enter the station without having to cross the railway tracks. General Manager of North Eastern Railway, Uday Borwankar, has ordered to speed up the work to improve connectivity in the area.
What are the key features of the new entry gate?
The second entry will be built on the south side of the station near the Army Public School. The Gorakh Recruitment Depot (GRD) has provided 7,790 square meters of land for this purpose. The project involves building a new station building and a dedicated platform to make it a mini Gorakhpur Junction. A 700-meter long road, 40 feet wide, will connect this gate directly to the AIIMS and airport road.
What is the plan for the railway crossing overbridge?
To remove traffic delays at the railway crossing (157A), the administration will build a Y-shaped overbridge. This structure will be 674 meters long and 17 meters wide. Tenders for this construction have already been issued to ensure safety and smoother train operations.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Estimated Cost of Gate | 33.50 Crore Rupees |
| Overbridge Cost | 69 Crore Rupees |
| Overbridge Design | Y-shaped |
| Land Provided by GRD | 7,790 Square Meters |
| Road Length | 700 Meters |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where will the new entry gate be located at Gorakhpur Cantt Station?
The new entry gate will be constructed on the south side of the station, next to the railway line in front of the Army Public School.
How will the new entry gate help passengers?
It will provide direct access to the station without crossing tracks and will connect to the AIIMS and airport road via a 700-meter wide road.