Overbridge at Vijaypur Rly Station, LG Thanks PM
New Delhi/Jammu Tawi, February 26: The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the redevelopment of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Railway station under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, virtually, from New Delhi today.
He also laid the foundation stone of a project for Over-bridge at Vijaypur Railway Station.
Lieutenant Governo, Manoj Sinha, on behalf of the people of Jammu Kashmir, thanked the Prime Minister for new railway infrastructure projects for the UT of J&K.
In a tweet, the Lt Governor said:
“Grateful to Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji for the redevelopment of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Railway Station under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme and a project for overbridge at Vijaypur Railway Station. It involves comprehensive development of Katra Station.
The redevelopment project will upgrade façade,12 Meter wide FoB connecting all platforms, station building extension to accommodate better passenger, pilgrim facilities, modern & state of art lifts & escalators connecting FoBs to platforms & modular design for future extension”.
The Railway on Monday organized an event under the Amrit Bharat Railway Station scheme, unveiling plans for the extensive upgrading of 554 railway stations and the development of 1500 new railway crossings.
The ceremony marked a historic moment as the foundation stone for the Gura More Railway Over Bridge was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually, while Member of Parliament, Jugal Kishore Sharma, DDC Chairman Samba Keshav Dutt Sharma, DC Samba Abhishek Sharma, SSP Samba and other concerned officers besides a large number of locals were present at the site.
The Amrit Bharat Railway Station scheme underscores the commitment of the Railway Department to modernize and enhance railway infrastructure across the country. The ambitious initiative aims to improve connectivity, safety, and efficiency, benefiting both passengers and freight transportation.
Among the key highlights of this initiative is the development of 554 railway stations, strategically selected to undergo significant upgrades. Additionally, the plan includes the establishment of 1500 new railway crossings, addressing the growing demands of a rapidly evolving transportation landscape.
The Gura More Railway Over Bridge, whose foundation stone was laid today, symbolizes a crucial step towards safer and more efficient rail travel. This project reflects the government's dedication to enhancing infrastructure and ensuring the well-being of the citizens.
