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Amrit Bharat Station Scheme in West Bengal: According to the national transporter, the ABSS represents a shift towards comprehensive and future-ready railway infrastructure.

Written by Anish Mondal January 12, 2026 05:32 PM IST

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Ministry of Railways)Redevelopment of New Jalpaiguri railway station (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Redevelopment of railway stations in West Bengal: The Ministry of Railways is redeveloping more than 1300 stations across the country. Of these, 101 railway stations are being upgraded in West Bengal at an investment of around Rs 3,600 crore under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS). 

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Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

According to the national transporter, the ABSS represents a shift towards comprehensive and future-ready railway infrastructure. “This scheme signals that the era of drift is over and delivery is the new benchmark. It reflects leadership that delivers on scale, on speed and on outcomes,” it said in a statement.

What’s changing at 101 West Bengal stations under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

Under redevelopment of railway stations, the focus is on ensuring that modern infrastructure reaches metropolitan centres, district headquarters, industrial towns, pilgrimage destinations and strategically important border areas.

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Stations such as Adra, Alipurduar, Andal, Asansol, Bandel, Barddhaman, Barrackpore, Bolpur Shantiniketan, Chandpara, Digha, Howrah, Jalpaiguri, Kharagpur, Kolkata, Malda Town, New Jalpaiguri, Purulia, Rampurhat, Ranaghat, Santragachi, Sealdah, Shalimar and Siliguri are being upgraded under a single, unified vision. “The sheer geographical spread of these stations underscores the message of the scheme that development is not confined to a few urban centres but is being delivered across districts, towns and border areas alike,” the railways said.

Among the major stations, New Jalpaiguri, with a sanctioned cost of about Rs 335 crore, is being transformed into a modern gateway to the North East. The construction of new terminals, an air concourse and upgraded platforms will further enhance passenger experience and strengthen connectivity.

Santragachi railway station with an investment of around Rs 380 crore, is emerging as a key multi-modal hub designed to ease pressure on the Howrah-Kolkata corridor. Asansol railway station is being redeveloped at an cost of Rs 431 crore (approx.) as a modern rail hub for the industrial belt of western Bengal. Once completed, these 101 railway stations will become a centre of regional economic activity.

Amrit Bharat Station Scheme: Full list of railway stations in West Bengal being redeveloped

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Stations Being Redeveloped Across West Bengal

Adra

Alipur Duar Jn.

Aluabari Road

Ambika Kalna

Anara

Andal Jn.

Andul

Asansol Jn.

Azimganj

Bagnan

Bally

Balurghat

Bandel Jn.

Bangaon Jn.

Bankura

Barabhum

Barasat

Barddhaman

Barrackpore

Belda

Berhampore Court

Bethuadahari

Bhaluka Road

Binnaguri

Bishnupur

Bolpur Shantiniketan

Burnpur

Canning

Chandannagar

Chandpara

Chandrakona Road

Dalgaon

Dalkhola

Dankuni

Dhulian Ganga

Dhupguri

Digha

Dinhata

Dum Dum Jn.

Falakata

Garbeta

Gede

Haldia

Haldibari

Harishchandrapur

Hasimara

Hijli

Howrah Jn.

Jalpaiguri

Jalpaiguri Road

Jangipur Road

Jhalida

Jhargram

Joychandi Pahar Jn.

Kaliyaganj

Kalyani

Kalyani Ghoshpara

Kamakhyaguri

Katwa Jn.

Khagraghat Road

Kharagpur Jn.

Kolkata

Krishnanagar City Jn.

Kumedpur Jn.

Madhukunda

Madhyamgram

Malda Court

Malda Town

Mecheda

Medinipur (Midnapore)

Nabadwip Dham

Naihati Jn.

New Alipurduar

New Cooch Behar

New Farakka Jn.

New Jalpaiguri Jn.

New Mal Jn.

Ondagram

Panagarh

Pandabeswar

Panskura Jn.

Purulia Jn.

Rampurhat Jn.

Ranaghat

Sainthia Jn.

Salboni

Samsi

Santragachi

Sealdah

Shalimar

Shantipur

Sheoraphuli Jn.

Siliguri Jn.

Sitarampur

Siuri

Sonarpur Jn.

Suisa

Tamluk

Tarakeswar

Tulin

Uluberia

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Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More

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