Four railway stations in Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, will undergo a makeover under the 'Amrit Station Scheme'. The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, virtually laid the foundation stone for the project on Monday. The stations set for renovation are Jaunpur City, Badlapur Shri Krishna Nagar, Mariahu, and Mungrabadshahpur. These stations will see...
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significant upgrades, including modern station buildings equipped with amenities like escalators, waiting lounges, ramps for the disabled, lifts, elevated platforms, porticoes, and circulation areas. Additionally, 12-meter wide foot overbridges will be constructed. The project will also include Wi-Fi connectivity and water ATMs for clean drinking water. The total cost for these upgrades is estimated at 71.45 crores rupees. Local officials have expressed optimism about the improvements, expecting the stations to offer modern amenities and better connectivity. The plan includes ensuring the halt of long-distance trains like Nilachal Express and Arpana Express at the stations.