Berhampur, February 21 The Brahmapur railway station in Odisha's Ganjam district will be redeveloped at a cost of ₹93.19 crore, an official said on Saturday.
The redevelopment project aims to transform the station into a modern, passenger-friendly, smart, and sustainable transport hub that can comfortably meet future growth demands, he said.
As part of the project, a three-story station building will be constructed, a 12-meter-wide footbridge will be built, a quick watering system will be developed, platforms will be extended, and dedicated two-lane bus stops will be constructed, he said.
The redeveloped station will also have a waiting hall for 500 passengers, five escalators, and eight elevators, he added.
The station will incorporate modern and eco-friendly features such as green building standards, solar panels on rooftops, rainwater harvesting and stormwater reuse systems, solid waste management with proper segregation, and a modern firefighting system, the official of the East Coast Railway said.
The station's facade and interior spaces will reflect the Silk City's rich cultural heritage, he said.
Elements inspired by local art will be integrated into the design, making the station not just a transit point but a landmark representing the cultural pride and identity of the city, he added.
The station handles around 162 trains daily and serves passengers from Ganjam, Kandhamal, Rayagada, Kalahandi, and Balangir districts.
Berhampur MP Pradeep Kumar Panigrahy thanked Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for sanctioning the redevelopment project.
"I hope the other demands of the people of southern Odisha, such as a new railway line and the introduction of new trains from Berhampur to Puri, and a coaching depot, will be fulfilled soon," he said.