Bhubaneswar New Station: East Coast Railway (ECoR) has planned to announce the originating and terminating of three important Trains from/at Bhubaneswar New Station which will soon originate from Bhubaneswar New Station. These trains include _ Bhubaneswar-Mumbai Konark Express, Bhubaneswar-Secunderabad Visakha Express and Bhubaneswar-Visakhapatnam Intercity Express. The date of implementation for these changes will be announced shortly.
The introduction of these originating trains from Bhubaneswar New Station will provide immense benefits to passengers from the northern parts of Bhubaneswar and adjacent areas. These trains will also provide stoppage at Mancheswar Railway Station for two minutes each.
• Better Accessibility for Students: The station will serve as a convenient hub for students studying in the numerous engineering, medical, and other educational institutions located in North Bhubaneswar.
• Improved Connectivity to Hospitals: Passengers requiring medical travel will greatly benefit, as many hospitals are situated in this part of the city.
• Ease of Travel for Residents: With these trains originating from Bhubaneswar New Station, local residents will experience enhanced travel convenience and reduced congestion at Bhubaneswar Main Station.
Redevelopment of Bhubaneswar New Station is also proposed under the Amrit Station Scheme, with a primary focus on enhancing passenger amenities. The major works being planned include:
• Expansion and improvement of circulating area.
• Provision of additional Foot Over Bridge (FOB).
• Modern waiting rooms and toilets for enhanced passenger comfort
• Improvement of existing Platforms and its illumination.
• Installation of Coach Watering Facilities.
• Provision of Lifts in all the Platforms.
• Upgradation of existing Station Building.
With these developments, Bhubaneswar New Station is poised to become a crucial hub catering to the travel needs of students, travelers, residents of North Bhubaneswar and adjacent areas. The move will significantly enhance rail connectivity and ease travel experience for many passengers.
East Coast Railway remains committed to providing better train services and seamless travel experiences for its passengers.
