Archive · 21 Jun 2025
Indore Railway Station Redevelopment Faces Simhastha Deadline
The Indore Railway Station is being rebuilt, and there's worry about finishing it before a big religious event called Simhastha in three years.
A government minister is concerned about traffic and crowds if the station isn't done on time.
Railway officials say they are working in sections so trains can still run and passengers can use the first parts of the new station soon.
The new station will be modern with a big terminal and parking, and it's supposed to be finished by 2028.
Indore Railway Station redevelopment project faces concerns regarding timely completion.
Urban administration minister Kailash Vijayvargiya raised concerns about potential logistical issues due to Simhastha.
Railway officials assured that the project is progressing in phases with passenger movement starting soon.
The redeveloped station will include a seven-story terminal and enhanced passenger capacity.
The project is expected to be completed by 2028, costing Rs 450 crore, with execution by Monte Carlo Company.
- Who
- Railway officials, Kailash Vijayvargiya, MP Shankar Lalwani, and Monte Carlo Company.
- What
- Redevelopment of Indore Railway Station.
- When
- Expected completion by 2028.
- Where
- Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
- Why
- To modernize the station and accommodate more passengers.
Concerns
Assurances
Project Completion Timeline
Concerns
Kailash Vijayvargiya expressed concern that the project might not be ready in time and cause logistical issues.
Assurances
Railway officials assure that the project is progressing in phases, with passenger movement starting soon.
- Project Cost
- Rs 450 crore
- Expected Completion
- 2028
- Passenger Capacity
- 10,800 per hour
- Terminal Floors
- 7
- Parking Capacity
- 500 four-wheelers
- Executing Company
- Monte Carlo Company of Kolkata