Archive · 2 Jun 2025
New Suburban Terminal Construction to Begin in Patna
A new train station is being built in Patna!
It's like a smaller version of the main train station, but it will help make things less crowded.
It will have 5 platforms for trains to stop at, and a big waiting area with lots of seats.
There will also be parking for cars and connections to other types of transportation like the metro.
The new station will make it easier to catch trains to different cities, and will help passengers have a better travel experience.
Construction of the new suburban terminal will commence at Hardinge Park, Patna.
The project is estimated to cost Rs 95 crore.
The terminal will have five platforms, each initially 400 meters in length.
It will serve as a hub for passenger trains, including MEMUs.
The terminal will provide connectivity to the multimedia hub and Patna Metro Rail.
- Who
- Passengers utilizing Patna trains.
- What
- Construction of a new suburban terminal.
- When
- Construction begins after May 30
- Where
- Hardinge Park, Patna
- Why
- To decongest Patna Junction and improve passenger services.
- Estimated Cost
- Rs 95 crore
- Land Area
- 4.8 acres
- Platform Number
- 5
- Platform Length
- 400 metres (initially)
- Waiting Hall Capacity
- 2,000 seats
- Parking Capacity
- 1,000 vehicles
- Ticket Counters
- 15
