Amrit Bharat Station Scheme Update: Progress Report on 1,340 Railway Redevelopment Hubs
A national infrastructure report on the Ministry of Railways completing 261 out of 1,340 targeted stations under the Amrit Bharat Scheme.
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Amrit Bharat Station Scheme Update: Progress Report on 1,340 Railway Redevelopment Hubs
A formal written response in the Rajya Sabha has disclosed that Indian Railways has completed the modernization of 261 out of 1,340 targeted railway stations under the flagship Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, with redevelopment work progressing across major state corridors.
1. Executive Summary: Scheme Progress Matrix
Amrit Bharat Scheme status at a glance:
AMRIT BHARAT STATION SCHEME STATUS
• Total Target Stations: 1,340 Railway Stations Across All States
• Completed Modernizations: 261 Stations Fully Commissioned
• Modern Amenities: Roof Plazas, Divyangjan Accessibility & High-Speed Wi-Fi
• Multi-Modal Integration: Connecting Rail Terminals with Bus & Metro Networks
2. Scope of Modernization under Amrit Bharat Scheme
Launched to transform historical railway stations into vibrant urban city centers, the scheme provides long-term master planning featuring:
- Expanded Concourse Areas: High-capacity waiting halls and air-conditioned executive lounges.
- Divyangjan-Friendly Infrastructure: Ramps, tactile flooring, braille signage, and automatic elevators.
- Eco-Friendly Features: Rooftop solar panels, rainwater harvesting, and LED illumination systems.
3. State-Wise Execution & Operational Timelines
While states like Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra saw accelerated completions, the Ministry of Railways noted that land acquisition and heritage architectural approvals led to revised completion schedules in Karnataka and Kerala.
4. Multi-Modal Connectivity & Passenger Experience
The ongoing station redevelopments aim to integrate rail hubs seamlessly with local bus rapid transit (BRT) and metro networks, improving urban transit efficiency for millions of daily commuters.