Nagpur News
Ajni Railway Station Transformation on Track: Project to Be Completed Ahead of Schedule
The Ajni railway station, serving as a satellite station for Nagpur, holds significant importance for the Nagpur Division of the Central Railway. The Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA), a statutory authority under the Ministry of Railways, is making substantial progress in the major upgrade of Ajni Railway Station, aiming to provide top-notch facilities to passengers. Despite the challenges of being a brownfield project, all preparatory works and utility shifting at the site have been completed, and construction on both the eastern and western sides of the station is progressing as planned. The project is set to be completed four months ahead of its scheduled date as per the EPC contract.
The redeveloped Ajni Station is designed to accommodate 45,000 passengers daily and will feature modern amenities and green building concepts. The station will have two dedicated FOBs for arriving passengers, connected with Arrival Lobbies on either side, along with escalators, lifts, and staircases for passenger convenience. Additionally, the station will include departure and arrival plazas with surface parking and circulating areas to facilitate smooth traffic flow on both sides of the station. The construction progress includes the development of the East Side Building (G+3) and the West Side Building (G+2), with significant advancements in the construction of new platforms and other essential infrastructure. The project follows a phased approach to minimize disruption to train operations and passenger movement, with a focus on ensuring the safety and convenience of passengers throughout the redevelopment process.
The ambitious transformation of Ajni Railway Station into a satellite terminal for Nagpur is well underway, with significant progress achieved in the development project. The project, with an estimated cost of Rs. 297 crore, is currently at 30% physical progress and is set to be completed in Jan 2026, four months ahead of schedule. The redevelopment of Ajni Railway Station is part of the Central Railway’s ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructure and improve passenger experience across its network. The project is a significant step towards providing world-class facilities and ensuring a seamless travel experience for passengers.