The deadline for removing the Ganj Shahida Mosque, located outside the Kashi Railway Station premises, ended on June 20, 2026. The Railway administration had issued a notice to vacate the premises by this date to make way for the station’s redevelopment. This move is part of a larger project to transform the station into a modern transit hub.
What is the plan for Kashi Railway Station redevelopment?
The Railway Board approved a design in May 2023 to provide airport-like facilities at Kashi Railway Station. Under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, the project costs around 350 crore rupees. The goal is to create a multi-modal intermodal terminal. To achieve this, the administration will remove several structures including the Ganj Shahida Mosque, 30 double-story railway houses in Ganga Colony, a Krishna-Hanuman temple, and a park.
What are the objections and current status?
The Anjuman Intizamia Masajid Committee, which manages the mosque, has called the railway notice fake. Joint Secretary Mohammad Yasin claimed the mosque is 1000-1100 years old and exists since before the railways. While prayers continued normally on Sunday, June 21, 2026, the local administration is preparing for potential action. India has already rejected concerns expressed by Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari regarding this matter.
Key details of the removal process
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Deadline Date | 20 June 2026 |
| Project Cost | 350 Crore Rupees |
| Previous Action | Ajgaib Shahid Mosque removed on 2 June 2026 |
| Legal Basis | Supreme Court order to remove religious sites on railway land |
| Key Official | Arpit Gupta (Superintendent, Cantt Station) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What will be built after the removal of the mosque?
The railway administration plans to develop an Intermodal Transit Hub in the station premises to improve passenger connectivity.
What is the total cost of Kashi Railway Station redevelopment?
The redevelopment project is being carried out at an approximate cost of 350 crore rupees.