The Lucknow division of the railway administration is upgrading the parking system at Gorakhpur Junction to reduce traffic congestion. A modern multi-level parking facility will be constructed on the eastern side of the station. This project is part of the broader beautification work being carried out under the Amrit Bharat Yojana.
What are the key features of the new parking tower?
The new facility will be designed like a shopping mall to provide a systematic parking experience. It will have a total capacity for 1265 small and large vehicles. The second and third floors will be dedicated specifically to car parking. Apart from parking, the tower will also house retail shops and food outlets for passengers. There will be direct access from the tower to the railway station platforms.
What changes are happening with the current parking?
The railway administration has issued a notice to the licensee to shut down the old cycle stand within a month. To speed up the project, a tender for the operation of one floor of the multi-level parking has already been released. Officials expect the entire setup process to be completed within the next month.
How will this affect passenger movement?
While the new system will organize vehicle parking, passengers heading to platforms four and five will have to walk about 800 to 900 meters from the parking area. To make this easier, passengers have suggested that the administration should introduce shuttle or trolley services.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many vehicles can the new Gorakhpur parking facility hold?
The multi-level parking facility on the eastern side of the station will have a total capacity for 1265 small and large vehicles.
What happens to the old cycle stand at Gorakhpur Junction?
The Lucknow division has issued a notice to close the old cycle stand completely within the next month.