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Khandwa Railway Station to Transform: 3-Story Commercial Hub, 18 Escalators, 21 Lifts
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News18•22-09-2026, 14:44
Khandwa Railway Station to Transform: 3-Story Commercial Hub, 18 Escalators, 21 Lifts
- •Khandwa Railway Station will undergo a 346.5 crore rupee redevelopment, featuring a 3-story commercial building within two years.
- •The first phase includes a commercial building on Platform No. 1 with a hotel, restaurant, and modern amenities.
- •A new 12-meter wide foot overbridge, 18 escalators, and 21 lifts will be installed for enhanced passenger convenience.
- •The station area will expand from 2,746 sq m to 32,916 sq m, including a 6,130 sq m roof plaza.
- •Solar panels will be installed for energy conservation, and separate entry/exit gates will manage crowds effectively.
Key Questions Answered
The entire redevelopment project for Khandwa Railway Station is estimated to cost approximately 346.5 crore rupees and will be completed across three phases. The first phase, costing 72 crore rupees, targets completion within about two years.
To significantly improve passenger movement and accessibility, the station will feature 18 escalators and 21 lifts, a major upgrade from the current setup of 2 escalators and 3 lifts.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the redevelopment of Khandwa Railway Station alongside 554 other railway stations across the country on February 26, 2024.
