Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated 103 redeveloped Amrit Stations in 86 districts across 18 States and Union Territories of India developed at a cost of over Rs 1,100 crore in Bikaner, Rajasthan on Thursday.
Addressing the occasion, he welcomed the large gathering at the event, acknowledging the significant participation of people from 18 states and union territories who joined online.
PM Modi stated that he arrived at the event after seeking the blessings of Karni Mata, emphasizing that these blessings further strengthen the nation's resolve to build a developed India.
Over 1,300 stations are being redeveloped with modern facilities, designed to reflect regional architecture and enhance passenger amenities under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
Deshnoke railway station, serving pilgrims and tourists visiting the Karni Mata Temple among others, is inspired with temple architecture and arch and column theme.
Begumpet railway station in Telangana is inspired by the architecture of the Kakatiya empire.
Thawe station in Bihar incorporates various murals and art works representing Maa Thawewali, one of the 52 Shakti Peethas and depicting Madhubani paintings.
Dakor station in Gujarat is inspired by Ranchhodrai Ji Maharaj.
The redeveloped Amrit stations across India integrate modern infrastructure with cultural heritage, passenger-centric amenities including those for Divyangjan and sustainable practices to enhance the travel experience.
Indian Railway is marching towards 100% electrification of its network, making railway operations more efficient and environment friendly. In line with this, PM Modi laid the foundation stone of Churu-Sadulpur rail line (58 km) and dedicated to the Nation Suratgarh-Phalodi (336 km); Phulera-Degana (109 km); Udaipur-Himmatnagar (210 km); Phalodi-Jaisalmer (157 km) and Samdari-Barmer (129 km) rail line electrification.
Prakash Kumar Pandey