PM Modi to Inaugurate 75 Redeveloped Railway Stations Under Amrit Bharat Scheme

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unveil 75 redeveloped railway stations across India on Friday via video-conferencing, as part of the central government's Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS). The Baramati railway station in Pune district is among the stations to be inaugurated.

The Baramati station, under the Pune Division of Central Railway, has been redeveloped at a cost of Rs 11.40 crore. It currently handles around 1,800 passengers and eight passenger train services daily, according to a Central Railway press release.

Officials stated that the redevelopment focused on improving passenger comfort, accessibility, and infrastructure. Upgrades include a modern building with enhanced architectural aesthetics, better lighting and standardised signage, upgraded waiting areas, improved sanitation facilities, barrier-free access for persons with disabilities, and better parking and approach roads.