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New Delhi: Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a massive transformation in the last 10 years under the Yogi Adityanath government. The state government has introduced a series of measures to make life more convenient and comfortable for the people. The increasing connectivity across Uttar Pradesh with the opening of new expressways and construction and expansion of new and existing roads have boosted the development of the state on multiple fronts.

Not only industrial areas, residential buildings and commercial centres, but also big infrastructure projects such as Film City, Jewar Airport, Medical Device Park, Logistics Park, Fintech City, IT City and Data Centre Park are also coming up on both sides of these expressways.

Continuing with the growth trajectory, Lucknow is set to witness a historic transformation in the world of Indian Railways. Gomtinagar Railway Station is set to become the first ‘private’ railway station in Uttar Pradesh and the entire Northeast Railway zone. This significant development marks a major step toward modernization and privatization of the country’s extensive railway network.

Gomtinagar Railway Station: All You Need To Know

  • Gomtinagar Railway Station will operate under a hybrid management model.
  • The train movement, passenger security, and ticket sales will remain under the control of Indian Railways
  • Other passenger services and station management responsibilities will be handed over to private companies.
  • The privatization of Gomtinagar Railway Station is being viewed as a pilot project for similar initiatives across India.
  • If successful, this model could pave the way for other stations to adopt private management

Benefits of Private Railway Station:

  • Modern waiting lounges & digital information displays will be there
  • Improved cleanliness & maintenance standards
  • Enhanced food, shopping, and comfort facilities
  • Better crowd management during rush hours

This move reflects the government’s larger vision of bringing in private investment to revamp India’s transportation hubs, making them cleaner, safer, and more passenger-friendly.

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