Amrit Bharat Station Scheme: Modernising Railway Stations Across India

Context

A Parliamentary Committee has recommended that the Railways should conduct periodic assessments of passenger satisfaction and undertake post-redevelopment impact evaluations of stations upgraded under the flagship Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.

About Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

• It was launched in 2022 which aims at development and upgradation of stations over the Indian Railways (IR) network.
• The scheme envisaged development of stations with a long term vision.
• The policy is based on Master Planning for long term and implementation of the same as per needs and demand of the station to station.
• The ABSS has a long-term vision that involves creating master plans, promoting multimodal connectivity, better station accessibility for passengers, etc.
• The goal is to make stations cleaner, more comfortable, and easier to use.

Key Features of Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

• Amenities: It includes proving entry and exit points, waiting halls, toilets, platforms, and roofing. Facilities like lifts, escalators, and free Wi-Fi are added wherever needed.
  • There are also better signs and information systems to help passengers. Some stations will have executive lounges and special areas for business meetings.
• Local Economy Support: Local products will be sold at kiosks under the ‘One Station One Product’ scheme, and efforts will be made to make stations look greener and more attractive.

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