Bringing vision of Vikasita Keralam closer to reality: Kerala BJP Chief praises PM Modi for advancing railway development in state

ANI May 22, 2025 283 views

Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar thanked PM Modi for accelerating railway projects in the state. The Amrit Bharat Scheme is upgrading 35 stations with world-class amenities. The Centre allocated Rs 3,042 crore for Kerala's railway infrastructure in the latest budget. These initiatives aim to transform Kerala's rail network into a modern, efficient system.

"Grateful to PM Narendra Modi ji for fast-tracking Kerala's railway development." - Rajeev Chandrasekhar
Thiruvananthapuram, May 22: Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Thursday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for accelerating Kerala's railway development under the Amrit Bharat Scheme.

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Modi govt upgrading 35 Kerala stations with Rs 2,560 crore

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Vande Bharat trains boosting rail network

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Rs 3,042 crore allocated for Kerala railways

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Amrit Bharat Scheme enhancing passenger amenities

In his X post, Chandrasekhar highlighted that the Modi government is transforming Kerala's rail network, from the launch of Vande Bharat trains to the construction of overbridges.

"Grateful to PM Narendra Modi ji for fast-tracking Kerala's railway development. Through the Amrit Bharat Scheme, 35 railway stations across the state are being upgraded with world-class amenities at a cost of Rs 2,560 crore. Additionally, the Centre allocated Rs 3,042 crore for Kerala's railway projects in the latest Union Budget," he said.

"From the launch of Vande Bharat trains to construction of overbridges and doubling of tracks, the Modi Government is driving a holistic transformation of Kerala's rail network, bringing the vision of a #VikasitaKeralam closer to reality," Chandrasekhar said.

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Under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, stations have been upgraded with modern amenities to enhance the commuter experience.

Meanwhile, in line with his vision to strengthen rail infrastructure, Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate 103 redeveloped Amrit stations across 86 districts in 18 states and Union Territories today. These projects have been developed at a cost of over Rs 1,100 crore.

A statement from the PMO said the redeveloped Amrit stations across India integrate modern infrastructure with cultural heritage, passenger-centric amenities, including those for Divyangjan, and sustainable practices to enhance the travel experience.

The redevelopment of these stations aims to enhance the travel experience for passengers while advancing the broader vision of transforming Indian Railways into a world-class transportation service.

Amrit Stations being inaugurated in Maharashtra are Amgaon, Chanda Fort, Chinchpokli, Devlali, Dhule, Kedgaon, Lasalgaon, Lonand Junction, Matunga, Murtizapur Junction, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Itwari Junction, Parel, Savda, Shahad, Wadala Road.

In Uttar Pradesh, Balrampur, Bareilly city, Bijnor, Fatehabad, Gola Gokarannath, Goverdhan, Govindpuri, Hathras City, Idgah Agra Junction, Izzatnagar, Karchana, Mailani Junction, Pokhrayan, Ramghat Halt, Saharanpur Junction, Siddharthnagar, Suraimanpur, Swaminarayan Chhapia, and Ujhani will be inaugurated.

Tamil Nadu stations Chidambaram, Kulitturai, Mannargudi, Polur, Samalpatti, Srirangam, St Thomas Mount, Tiruvannamalai, and Vriddhachalam Junction are also part of the Amrit Bharat Station scheme, which the PM will inaugurate.

The PM will also flag off the Bikaner-Mumbai express train today.

Reader Comments

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Sunil K.
Finally some long overdue attention to Kerala's railway infrastructure! The Vande Bharat trains are game-changers for intercity travel. Hope they expand the network to cover more routes soon. 🚄
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Priya M.
While the development is welcome, I hope they maintain the natural beauty of Kerala during these upgrades. Our state's greenery is what makes train journeys here so special. Sustainable practices should be priority.
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Rahul N.
Good initiative but implementation is key. Many projects in Kerala get delayed due to land acquisition issues and political differences. Hope this doesn't become another half-finished project.
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Ananya R.
As someone who travels frequently between Kochi and Bangalore, these upgrades can't come soon enough! The current trains are overcrowded and stations need better facilities. Kudos for focusing on Divyangjan accessibility too.
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Vijay S.
₹2,560 crore for station upgrades seems excessive when basic amenities are lacking in many parts of the state. Shouldn't healthcare and education get similar attention? Development should be balanced.
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Meera P.
The heritage integration mentioned is what excites me most! Kerala has such rich cultural history - hope they showcase local art and architecture in these new stations. Could become tourist attractions themselves!

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