Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

• Under the ambitious Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, PM Modi laid down the foundation stones for redevelopment of 553 railway stations.

ABOUT THE SCHEME

• Indian Railways has initiated the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, aimed at redeveloping 1309 stations nationwide.
• Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for the redevelopment of 508 railway stations on August 6 last year.
• The scheme’s primary objective is to enhance station facilities with modern infrastructure, including roof plazas and city centers, fostering a more convenient and comfortable experience for passengers.
• Their design will draw inspiration from local culture, heritage, and architecture.
• Furthermore, these stations are envisioned to be environmentally friendly and accessible to Divyang individuals.

 OTHER FACTS

• Indian Railways, renowned as one of the world’s busiest and oldest railway systems, served a staggering 52 billion passengers and transported 1512 MT of freight in 2023.
• Aptly dubbed the lifeline of India, it operates over 13,000 trains daily, connecting 7,325 stations across the nation.