About Amrit Bharat Station Scheme:
- It is an ongoing Indian Railways mission launched in February 2023.
- It aims to enhance and modernize railway stations throughout the Indian Railways network.
- The scheme currently intends to upgrade and modernize a total of 1,300 stations across the Indian Railway system.
- It envisages the development of stations on a continuous basis with a long-term approach.
- It involves the preparation of Master Plans and their implementation in phases to improve the amenities at the stations, like improvement of station access, circulating areas, waiting halls, toilets, lift/escalators as necessary, cleanliness, free Wi-Fi, kiosks for local products through schemes like ‘One Station One Product’, better passenger information systems, executive lounges, nominated spaces for business meetings, landscaping etc.
- The scheme will cater to each station according to its unique requirements, and also draw inspiration from the local culture, heritage, and architecture of the region in the redesign of every station.
- The scheme emphasizes upgrading station structures, integrating stations with the surrounding city areas on both sides, promoting multimodal connectivity, providing facilities for individuals with disabilities (Divyangjans), implementing sustainable and eco-friendly solutions, introducing ballastless tracks, incorporating 'Roof Plazas' when required, and considering the feasibility and phasing of improvements.
- The ultimate goal is to transform these stations into vibrant city centres over the long term.
