The Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) has issued a tender to appoint a private agency for the Integrated Station Facility Management (ISFM) of the Bijwasan railway station for a period of nine years. This decision follows a directive from the Ministry of Railways to hand over maintenance and commercial activities of specific stations in the Delhi-NCR region to private players. The redevelopment work at the station is currently in its final stages, and officials expect train operations to begin before the Diwali festival this year.
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Key Facilities and Project Highlights at Bijwasan Station
The redeveloped Bijwasan station is being built as a modern transport hub with 8 platforms to accommodate a high volume of passengers. It will offer world-class amenities including lifts, escalators, waiting lounges, and modern restrooms. The station is designed as a multi-modal transport hub, ensuring easy connectivity to the IGI Airport, Dwarka Sector-21 Metro station, and a proposed bus terminal. Most of the structural work for the station building and subways is already finished.
Impact on Delhi Railway Network and Project Status
The operationalization of Bijwasan station will significantly reduce the passenger load on New Delhi, Old Delhi, and Sarai Rohilla stations. Many trains currently running towards Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra are planned to be shifted to this new terminal. Construction is more than 80% complete, and work on the concourse, roofing, and circulating area is moving fast after receiving environmental clearances to remove obstructing trees.
| Project Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Agency | Private Company (to be appointed) |
| Contract Duration | 9 Years |
| Number of Platforms | 8 |
| Current Progress | Over 80% Complete |
| Expected Operation | By October/November 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will the Bijwasan railway station become operational?
Railway officials expect the station to be ready and operational for train services before the Diwali festival in 2026.
What is the duration of the private maintenance contract?
The Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) has issued the tender for a period of 9 years for station maintenance and commercial activities.
How many platforms will the new Bijwasan station have?
The new station is being developed with 8 platforms and will feature modern amenities like lifts and escalators for passengers.