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Union Minister of State for Railways and Jal Shakti, V. Somanna, inspected the ongoing redevelopment work at Puducherry railway station on Sunday.
According to a release from the Tiruchirappalli Division of Southern Railway, the inspection aimed to review the progress of the redevelopment projects at Puducherry station, which are expected to significantly enhance passenger amenities and infrastructural facilities.
The Puducherry railway station is undergoing redevelopment at a cost of Rs. 92 crores. The project includes the construction of two main buildings with centralized air conditioning, similar to airport standards, and separate drop-off and pick-up bays. Additionally, the renovation involves upgrading existing platforms and platform shelters, building two new foot overbridges, a new parcel office, drivers room, operational building, sewage treatment plant, and parking areas for four-wheelers, two-wheelers, taxis, and autorickshaws.
During the inspection, the Union Minister evaluated various aspects of the redevelopment work, including station layout improvement, modernization of facilities, and implementation of new safety measures. He interacted with key project personnel and field staff to understand the current status of the redevelopment and address any operational challenges.
Additional General Manager of Railways Kaushal Kishore, Chief Administrative Officer (Construction) Amit Kumar Manual, Divisional Railway Manager Tiruchirappalli M.S. Anbalagan, and Chief Engineer (Construction) K. Ravi Kumar briefed Minister Somanna on the various features of the project.
The officials assured the Minister that efforts are being made to complete the redevelopment work within the stipulated time frame, ensuring minimal disruption to passenger services. Puducherry Assembly Speaker R. Selvam, Home Minister of Puducherry A. Namassivayam, Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament from Puducherry S. Selvaganapathy, and other legislators were also present during the inspection. |
