Major upgrades inaugurated at Kamakhya railway station
Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) General Manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava officially inaugurated a comprehensive suite of passenger amenity upgrades and infrastructure developments at Guwahati’s vital Kamakhya Railway Station, marking a substantial milestone in regional transportation enhancements.
The modernization project transforms multiple core zones, including the main station building, concourse, circulating areas, reserve lounge, and key approach roads. To ease chronic traffic congestion and streamline vehicle flow, authorities built dedicated traffic lanes, a covered pick-up and drop-off portico, and a new double-lane exit road. Furthermore, construction crews erected a local retaining wall to widen the connection route to the coaching depot, allowing smoother transit for heavy vehicles carrying operational machinery and spare parts.
Inside the terminal, authorities prioritized passenger comfort. The upgraded reserve lounge now features modern furniture, advanced air-conditioning, improved lighting, ventilation, and renovated pantry and restroom facilities, while effectively doubling its seating capacity. Communication and accessibility also received profound boosts through an integrated passenger information system, enhanced audio announcements, and widespread Wi-Fi coverage.
Platform No. 4 underwent extensive renovations featuring improved flooring, color-coated roofing sheets, wider rainwater drainage gutters, and protective overhead shielding that bridges gaps between foot overbridges and platform shelters. Overall platform seating climbed significantly from 150 to 360 seats. Additionally, technicians modernized utilities via dedicated cable ducts and concealed water-supply pipelines, and installed specialized drinking-water booths tailored for Divyangjan passengers. Together, these upgrades deliver a safer, highly efficient, and passenger-friendly travel experience.
