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India Aims To Eliminate All Railway Gates By 2030 Under Modernisation Drive: Report
Indian Railways (PTI) (Representative Image)
India will reportedly phase out all railway gates by 2030 as part of a major modernisation initiative aimed at improving safety and efficiency across its rail network.
Union Minister of State for Fisheries and Minority Affairs George Kurian said that all level crossings will be replaced by underbridges and overbridges amid the the introduction of new-generation trains and advanced infrastructure, news agency UNI reported.
India’s transport sector is undergoing rapid transformation, with more Vande Bharat and high-speed trains equipped with advanced technology and modern passenger amenities set to be introduced soon.
Speaking at the flagging-off ceremony of the Thiruvananthapuram–Kannur Jan Shatabdi Express in Changanassery, Kurian said that long-distance and express trains will begin halting at more stations in the future to meet public needs.
The minister stated that 35 railway stations in Kerala have been shortlisted under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, with a total investment of Rs 2,500 crore allocated for their modernisation and redevelopment.
The minister also announced that Changanassery station will be linked with the upcoming Sabari and Punalur railway lines, unlocking new prospects for regional growth.
He noted that the station has seen a significant rise in both passenger traffic and revenue in recent years, reflecting the positive impact of ongoing rail developments.
