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Big change at New Delhi Railway Station: 30 trains, including Shatabdi, to run from other stations; check details
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Around 30 trains, including key Shatabdi services, may shift from New Delhi Railway Station to other stations as a mega redevelopment plan moves ahead. The proposed change by Indian Railways aims to ease congestion; passengers should check new boarding stations before travel.
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New Delhi Railway Station: 30 trains, including Shatabdi, to run from other stations; check details. Image: ANI
New Delhi Railway Station update: Around 30 trains, including key Shatabdi and Humsafar services, may soon operate from other stations as redevelopment work gathers pace at New Delhi Railway Station. The proposed shift is aimed at easing congestion and managing passenger flow during the construction phase. The plan, prepared by Indian Railways, is expected to impact a large number of daily travellers. Once approved, several major trains will run from terminals such as Hazrat Nizamuddin and Anand Vihar instead of New Delhi.
Why are trains being shifted from New Delhi Railway Station?
A major redevelopment of New Delhi Railway Station is now underway, with plans to transform it into a modern, world-class transit hub. The upgrade includes new station buildings, improved platforms, better passenger amenities, and enhanced connectivity.
The project is being executed by the Rail Land Development Authority under Indian Railways and is expected to take around four years.
During this period, operating all trains from the same station would create severe crowding and operational bottlenecks. To avoid this, railway officials have proposed shifting nearly 30 trains to other stations across Delhi.
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As per the plan sent to the Railway Board, several important trains will operate from alternate terminals:
- New Delhi–Rani Kamlapati Shatabdi Express (Bhopal Shatabdi) may shift to Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station
- Taj Express and Dr Ambedkar Nagar Superfast Express are also likely to run from Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station
- Poorva Express, Vaishali Express, and Varanasi-bound trains could be moved to Shakur Basti Railway Station
- Special trains to Barauni and Darbhanga are expected to operate from Safdarjung Railway Station
- Dehradun Shatabdi, Kathgodam Shatabdi, and Prayagraj Humsafar Express may shift to Anand Vihar Terminal
What it means for passengers?
This shift is significant for lakhs of passengers who travel daily from New Delhi Railway Station.
- Check your boarding station carefully: Your train may no longer depart from New Delhi
- Plan extra travel time: Reaching stations like Anand Vihar or Nizamuddin could take longer
- Expect better crowd management: Reduced congestion at New Delhi station will improve safety and movement
- Stay updated: Ticket details, SMS alerts, and railway announcements will reflect changes
Officials say the plan is designed to minimise inconvenience while ensuring safe and efficient operations.
When will the new plan be implemented?
Railway officials indicate that the changes could be rolled out before the festive travel season, especially ahead of high-demand periods such as Diwali and Chhath. The proposal has been submitted to the Railway Board, and once approved, passengers will be notified through official channels, including updated tickets and station announcements.
New Delhi Railway Station mega revamp: What is changing
The redevelopment of New Delhi Railway Station is part of a broader push by Indian Railways to modernise key stations across the country. Key upgrades include:
- Modern station buildings and redesigned platforms
- Improved passenger amenities and waiting areas
- Better traffic flow and access points
- A more organised, airport-like travel experience
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