Temporary changes made to platform access at Visakhapatnam Railway Station to facilitate development works
Temporary changes have been made to platform access at Visakhapatnam Railway Station due to essential construction works on the Foot Over Bridge (FOB) near Gate No. 3 with effect from Monday (June 16). This FOB will be available for access to Platform No. 2 and 3 only.
The South End FOB near Gate No. 3 will be temporarily closed to facilitate its extension of Platforms 6, 7, and 8 as a part of ongoing efforts to improve passenger convenience and operational efficiency, During this period, passengers are advised to use the other two Foot Over Bridges and the lifts available at the station for platform access.
Divisional Railway Manager Lalit Bohra, along with senior officials, is closely monitoring the construction works. He directed the station staff to monitor crowd management and provide necessary assistance to avoid any last-minute inconvenience and to ensure smooth passenger movement.
Senior Divisional Commercial Manager K. Saandeep., in a statement on Monday, expressed regret at the inconvenience caused and appealed to passengers for cooperation during this important phase of infrastructure enhancement. These works are essential for improving connectivity, safety, and the overall improvement of passenger convenience.
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