North Western Railway General Manager Amitabh visited Balotra Railway Station in the Jodhpur division on June 4, 2026. During the visit, he reviewed the progress of passenger facilities and various development projects. He also inaugurated a new officers’ rest house and a modernized residential colony for railway employees.
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What are the key updates at Balotra Railway Station
The station is being redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme with a total cost of approximately 19.88 crore rupees. Most of the work is now complete, and only the marking of the parking area remains. The GM also launched a yearly action plan to maintain the beauty and functionality of the station and the colony.
What new facilities were launched for railway staff
The administration focused on improving the living standards of its employees. The following facilities were inaugurated as part of the ‘Samvad se Samadhan’ initiative:
- Modernized Railway Residential Colony with green areas and gardens
- Dedicated Children’s Park for families
- New Officers’ Rest House
- Hobby Center and Bal Vatika
General Manager Amitabh mentioned that these modern facilities will provide a clean, safe, and better living environment for the railway staff and their families. To promote environmental protection, the GM and other senior officials, including DRM Anurag Tripathi, also planted trees in the railway premises.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the total cost of Balotra Railway Station redevelopment?
The redevelopment of Balotra Railway Station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme cost approximately 19.88 crore rupees.
Who were the key officials present during the visit?
The visit was led by GM Amitabh, accompanied by DRM Anurag Tripathi, Dr. Anju (President, NWR WWO), and Nishtha Tripathi (President, Jodhpur Division WWO).