The Railway Board has received a proposal to shift about 30 trains from the New Delhi Railway Station to other nearby stations. This move is planned to reduce the heavy crowd at the main station and ensure that the ongoing redevelopment work happens without any hurdles. Senior officials have already identified the specific trains and the stations where they will be moved.
Which trains are being shifted and where
Several major trains have been proposed for relocation to different terminals across the city. The shifting will depend on the final approval from the Railway Board, after which the exact dates will be announced. Some of the proposed changes include:
| Train Name | Proposed New Station |
|---|---|
| Purva Express, Vaishali Express, Banaras Superfast | Shakur Basti |
| Dehradun Shatabdi, Kathgodam Shatabdi, Humsafar Express (Prayagraj) | Anand Vihar |
| Shatabdi Express (Rani Kamalapati), Taj Express, Superfast Express (Dr. Ambedkar Nagar) | Hazrat Nizamuddin |
| Special trains for Barauni and Darbhanga | Safdarjung |
Why is this shifting happening
The Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) is currently working on the redevelopment of the New Delhi Railway Station. The goal is to provide facilities similar to a modern airport. To make this construction smooth and manage the passenger rush, especially before festivals like Diwali and Chhath, the administration decided to distribute the train load across other stations like Sarai Rohilla, Bijwasan, and Old Delhi Junction.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are trains being shifted from New Delhi Railway Station?
Trains are being shifted to reduce passenger congestion and allow the redevelopment work by RLDA to proceed smoothly, aiming to give the station airport-like facilities.
When will the new dates for train departures be announced?
The dates will be finalized only after the Railway Board gives its official approval to the proposal sent by senior officials.
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