Archive · 18 Jul 2026
PM Inaugurates 7 Upgraded Odisha Stations
The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, opened seven new train stations in Odisha.
These stations were made better with modern things for travelers, like easy access for everyone and nice public areas.
The Chief Minister of Odisha, Mohan Charan Majhi, thanked the Prime Minister and the Railway Minister for these improvements.
These new stations will help people travel more comfortably and connect different parts of Odisha.
The Prime Minister also started India's first train that runs on hydrogen, which is good for the environment.
The Chief Minister said this is a big step for India in using clean energy for trains.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated seven upgraded railway stations in Odisha under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
The stations are Barpali, Balangir, Paralakhemundi, Talcher, Kesinga, Bimalgarh, and Baripada, all under the East Coast Railway jurisdiction.
The stations feature modern amenities, Divyangjan-friendly design, and seamless accessibility to enhance passenger experience.
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi thanked the Prime Minister and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for the infrastructure projects.
The upgrades aim to improve regional connectivity, boost economic activity, and support Odisha's development goals.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi
- What
- Inauguration of seven upgraded railway stations in Odisha
- When
- Friday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Odisha, India
- Why
- To modernize railway infrastructure and improve passenger amenities
- Stations Upgraded
- Barpali, Balangir, Paralakhemundi, Talcher, Kesinga, Bimalgarh, Baripada
- Scheme
- Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
- Total Stations Launched
- 75 across India
- Railway Jurisdiction
- East Coast Railway (ECoR)
- Key Features
- Modern amenities, Divyangjan-friendly design, seamless accessibility
- Prime Minister
- Narendra Modi
- Chief Minister of Odisha
- Mohan Charan Majhi
- Railway Minister
- Ashwini Vaishnaw