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Rajasthan to Receive Rs 56,000 crore for Railway Station Upgrades
✍️ Deccan Chronicle
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 01:36 AM
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The Indian government has announced a Rs 56,000 crore investment to modernise railway stations across Rajasthan.
The Ministry of Railways has unveiled a massive Rs 56,000 crore programme aimed at upgrading railway stations throughout Rajasthan. The funding is earmarked for comprehensive renovation, including platform extensions, improved lighting, digital information systems and enhanced passenger amenities.
Officials say the upgrade will bring Rajasthan’s stations in line with international standards, boosting comfort for daily commuters and long‑distance travelers alike. Modern ticketing counters, waiting lounges, sanitation facilities and accessibility features are among the key components slated for development.
Implementation will be overseen by Indian Railways in partnership with state authorities, with work expected to commence in the upcoming financial year. The project is positioned as a catalyst for regional connectivity and tourism growth, reinforcing the state’s role in the national rail network.
Officials say the upgrade will bring Rajasthan’s stations in line with international standards, boosting comfort for daily commuters and long‑distance travelers alike. Modern ticketing counters, waiting lounges, sanitation facilities and accessibility features are among the key components slated for development.
Implementation will be overseen by Indian Railways in partnership with state authorities, with work expected to commence in the upcoming financial year. The project is positioned as a catalyst for regional connectivity and tourism growth, reinforcing the state’s role in the national rail network.