Seventy Percent of Modernization Work Completed at 15 Railway Stations in Trichy Division

Southern Railway has announced the completion of 70% of the modernization work at 15 railway stations in the Trichy division as part of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS). With an investment of ₹126 crore, the redevelopment initiative aims to enhance passenger amenities and improve accessibility.

Railway officials stated that the project involves redeveloping station entrances and upgrading circulating areas. Additional enhancements include the construction of new porticos, platform shelters, and improved platform surfaces. The modernization will also feature electrical upgrades, including updated signages, along with the installation of lifts and escalators for better accessibility.

Passengers will benefit from newly introduced Wi-Fi facilities and kiosks for local product sales, in line with government initiatives like the One Station One Product scheme.

The 15 railway stations undergoing modernization are Thanjavur, Mayiladuthurai, Lalgudi, Srirangam, Ariyalur, Virudachalam, Tiruvannamalai, Polur, Karaikal, Mannargudi, Tiruvarur, Villupuram, Chidambaram, Tirupadripulyur, and Vellore Cantonment.

Efforts will be made to ensure these stations are friendly for disabled and senior citizens, with wheelchair accessibility, additional benches, water taps, and aesthetically pleasing shelters. Furthermore, the stations will incorporate dedicated parking spaces for passengers and adopt energy-efficient practices, including the use of LED lights in their designs.

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