Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

Current Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 103 redeveloped railway stations across 86 districts in 18 states and Union Territories under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.

About Amrit Bharat Station Scheme:

• Origin: Initiated in 2021, with Gandhinagar being the first station to undergo modernization.
• Objective: Enhance and modernize railway stations to transform them into vibrant city centers.
• Target: 1,275 stations to be redeveloped.

Features:

• Detailed plans for cleanliness, comfort, and accessibility.
• Designs inspired by local culture, heritage, and architecture.
• Examples include Ahmedabad Station’s design inspired by Modhera Sun Temple.