Jaipur Railway Upgrade: New Platforms and Blanket Covers Amid Passenger Push

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has inaugurated significant upgrades at Jaipur's railway stations. The improvements include new platforms, extended platforms, and integrated passenger information systems across 65 stations. A pilot project introducing printed blanket covers for AC class passengers aims to address hygiene concerns. These developments are part of a broader initiative to enhance facilities at small and medium stations throughout Rajasthan's railway divisions.

Key Points: Ashwini Vaishnaw Inaugurates Jaipur Railway Station Upgrades

  • New platforms and extensions at 65 small and medium stations across Jaipur division
  • Integrated passenger information systems installed for better traveler guidance
  • Pilot blanket cover program using Sanganeri print fabric for hygiene
  • Platform height adjustments and signboard upgrades for accessibility
  • Traditional state prints to be incorporated based on pilot success
  • Development expanding to Jodhpur, Ajmer, and Bikaner railway divisions
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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurates new platforms, and integrated passenger information system in Jaipur

Railway Minister launches new platforms, passenger info systems, and pilot blanket cover program at 65 Jaipur stations to enhance travel experience and hygiene standards.

"Today, a new initiative has been started in the railways, which is an attempt to bring a major change in the lives of passengers. - Ashwini Vaishnaw"

Jaipur, October 16

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday Inaugurated new platforms, platform upgrades and extensions, and an integrated passenger information system at 65 small and medium stations in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Printed blanket covers were also launched for all AC class passengers of the Jaipur-Asarwa Express.

While speaking with the media, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, "Today, a new initiative has been started in the railways, which is an attempt to bring a major change in the lives of passengers. The use of blankets in the railway system has always been there, but there has always been a doubt regarding the blankets, and to eliminate that, the arrangement of blanket covers has been started in one train as a pilot program from Jaipur Railway Station."

He stated, "If this experiment is successful, it will be extended across the country, at the same time, facilities should also be increased at small stations, especially the height of the platform, signboards, information systems."

"These upgrades are being implemented across various divisions in Rajasthan, including Jodhpur, Jaipur, Ajmer, and Bikaner, even at stations where such improvements were previously unheard of. The development of major stations like Jaipur is also progressing rapidly.", he said.

Furthermore, "a pilot project using Sanganeri print fabric, selected for its durability and easy washing, has been initiated, with plans to incorporate traditional prints from different states across the railway system based on experimental results," he stated

Minister Ashwini Vaishnav's also delivered a speech and said, "Recently, I met the CEO of a South Korean company, who greeted me with "Ram Ram" as soon as he arrived. I felt that India's dominance has increased and is being promoted.

He said, "Our goal is to provide facilities through development in the railways. Prime Minister Narendra Modi works with the thought of how our development work will bring about change among low-income families and middle-class people."

"There are 84 such stations, whose names are rarely mentioned. I want to thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for reaching here after many struggles in my life. I consider him a role model. India once had a name. Our goal is to restore its glory. We should all work together for development," he said.

Meanwhile, Rajya Sabha MP Ghanshyam Tiwari said that, "when he was an MLA, Khatipura Railway Station was in his constituency. No one could have imagined that Khatipura Railway Station would be completely transformed. Not only Khatipura, but all railway stations in Jaipur are now in excellent condition. This is Modi's era; all projects have been reversed."

BJP JaipurMP Manju Sharma said that Jaipur Railway Station is now incomprehensible. I realize that this is the Jaipur railway station. In the future, passengers will experience amenities there, making you feel like you've arrived in London or America. All this has been possible thanks to the vision of Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Many dignitaries were participated in the event, BJP Rajya Sabha MP Ghanshyam Tiwari, Jaipur MP Manju Sharma and other government officials.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The blanket cover initiative is brilliant! Always worried about hygiene with railway blankets. Hope this gets implemented nationwide soon. Good to see traditional Sanganeri print being used too - promoting local artisans! 👍
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Sarah B
While the upgrades are welcome, I wish the minister had spoken more about safety measures and punctuality. Beautiful stations are great, but reliable service is what really matters to daily commuters.
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Arjun K
Traveled from Jaipur last month and the improvements are visible! Clean platforms, better signage. The passenger information system will be a game-changer for those not comfortable with technology. Bharat's railways are transforming! 🚄
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Kavya N
Love the cultural touch with traditional prints! Hope they extend this to more trains. Small stations getting attention after decades - this is inclusive development. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Michael C
As a frequent traveler to Rajasthan, I've noticed the gradual improvements. The integrated information system will be particularly helpful for foreign tourists. Good to see India investing in infrastructure that benefits both locals and visitors.

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