"Redevelopment works at Chamarajanagar station are slated for a February finish under the central Amrit Bharat scheme."

Redevelopment work at Chamarajanagar railway station under the Amrit Bharat scheme is expected to be completed by February, with South Western Railway (SWR) officials directing the executing agency to finish all pending works within the stipulated timeline.

The project, undertaken at a total cost of ₹24 crore, has now reached its final stages. A team led by Mysuru Divisional Railway Manager Mudith Mittal inspected the site and instructed officials and the agency to complete the remaining work by the end of February, Mysuru Divisional Finance Manager Prithvi Ullatthi told TOI.

“About 90% of the work, mostly civil and electrical, has been completed. The agency is now focusing on remaining beautification works on a war footing to meet the February deadline,” he said.

The redevelopment aims to enhance connectivity to the border district, decongest Mysuru railway station, promote tourism, and support industrial growth. Originally built with a single platform during broad gauge conversion, the station has now been extended to both sides, with two tracks capable of accommodating 24-coach trains on each platform.

Major works completed include electrification, construction of separate waiting rooms for men and women with toilet facilities, a reservation room with an extended concourse, a cafeteria, and a catering stall. Coach guidance display boards, signage, and façade improvements have also been installed, giving the station a modernized look.

In addition, the station approach roads have been widened, parking lots for two- and four-wheelers developed, and remaining civil and fabrication works completed. The redevelopment was executed in two phases, each costing ₹12 crore.

Once the project is fully complete, senior railway officials will conduct a final inspection and recommend a safety trial run before opening the station to the public.

“The redevelopment, along with two-track development, will improve connectivity, facilitate trade and commerce, boost tourism, support industries, and promote farmer produce,” said Maheshprabu, general secretary of Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha, Chamarajanagar chapter.

This redevelopment is expected to transform Chamarajanagar station into a modern transport hub, enhancing passenger experience and regional connectivity.