Passengers travelling through Delhi’s Anand Vihar Terminal can now access automated full-body massage services designed to help travellers relax during long waits or after exhausting journeys. This initiative aims to improve the overall passenger experience by offering a convenient way to ease travel-related fatigue directly within the station premises. Key highlights of the facility include:
- Universal access: The service is available to all passengers, including children, adults, and senior citizens, regardless of gender.
- Strategic location: The massage kiosk is conveniently situated on the first floor of the Anand Vihar Terminal.
- Official initiative: The facility was launched by the Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation Ltd (IRSDC).
- Budget-friendly: The service is provided at a minimal cost to ensure value-added comfort for travellers.
A Step Towards Modern Passenger Amenities
The massage facility was officially inaugurated on February 20, 2020, by the then Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of IRSDC, S.K. Lohia. The introduction of these kiosks reflects the railways’ commitment to transforming station environments into more comfort-oriented spaces. By providing these automated wellness options, the IRSDC aims to make the time spent waiting for delayed trains or connecting services far less tedious for the average commuter.
Future Expansion and Vision
This project is part of a larger strategy by the IRSDC to elevate the standards of major transit hubs across the country. Following the positive reception at Anand Vihar, the corporation has previously expressed intentions to replicate similar user-friendly amenities at other proposed world-class railway stations.
It is important for passengers to note that this is an official railway-authorised amenity, distinct from any private or commercial massage centres that may operate in the surrounding areas of Anand Vihar. As Indian Railways continues to focus on infrastructure development and passenger satisfaction, such initiatives serve as a benchmark for the evolving station experience, ensuring that travellers have access to modern facilities that cater to their physical well-being during travel.