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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
PM to flag off 2nd Vande Bharat train for Gorakhpur today
Gorakhpur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually flag off the second Vande Bharat Express for Gorakhpur on Friday, said Satish Kumar, CEO and chairman, railway board, during his visit to Gorakhpur Junction on Thursday. The new train will connect Patliputra to Gorakhpur via Muzaffarpur and Narkatiaganj, further boosting connectivity in the region. Accompanied by NER general manager Saumya Mathur and senior railway officials, Kumar conducted an extensive inspection of station premises, integrated crew lobby, running room, and other passenger facilities. He also reviewed the station redevelopment plans under the Rs 500-crore Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, which aims to equip Gorakhpur Junction with world-class amenities including a roof plaza, spacious lounges, food courts, retail outlets, children's play zones and Divyang-friendly infrastructure like ramps, lifts and Braille signage. Praising quality and pace of redevelopment, Kumar said Gorakhpur Junction, which already holds distinction of having the world's second-longest platform, is poised to become a leader in passenger comfort as well. He highlighted a record budget allocation of Rs 19,858 crore for railway development in UP for 2025-26—18 times more than the average outlay during 2009–2014. He noted that 157 stations in the state, including 58 in the NER zone, were being redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat scheme. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo He also provided updates on major capacity expansion projects such as new lines and third-line construction across eastern UP, including the Khalilabad-Bahraich corridor and doubling work between Domingarh and Kusmhi. During his visit, Kumar also held a cordial dialogue with union leaders, assuring them that employee concerns around promotions, wages, and workplace safety will be addressed on priority.
New Indian Express
08-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
CM Gupta launches ‘Sugamya Delhi Abhiyan' to make city Divyang-friendly
NEW DELHI: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday held a meeting to improve accessibility in sports, education, and public services for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in the national capital. The CM said that under the 'Sugamya Delhi Abhiyan', all government buildings and sports stadiums in the city will be made Divyang-friendly. She said the government is committed to ensuring that no one is excluded from society because of any disability. She explained that the campaign will not only raise awareness and promote inclusive spaces, but also carry out upgrades in public and institutional buildings to make them accessible. The goal is to transform Delhi into a scalable and replicable model of accessibility and inclusion. She added that the Accessible India Campaign aims to ensure accessibility in infrastructure, transport, and digital services for PwDs. To support this national vision at the city level, the Sugamya Delhi Abhiyan has been launched to turn Delhi into India's first 'Purple City' — a symbol of urban accessibility and inclusion. The campaign will follow the 'Sarkar, Samaj, Bazaar' model — involving government agencies, local communities including all 21 disability categories and senior citizens, and CSR partners to develop cost-effective and sustainable solutions. The chief minister said the initiative is being led by IDEA (Inclusive Divyangjan Entrepreneur Association), which works for employment, entrepreneurship, and accessibility for PwDs. The CM also discussed plans for organising a 'Purple Fest' to promote positive thinking and awareness about the abilities and rights of Persons with Disabilities. She directed officials to prepare a detailed plan for the event. She reiterated that all public buildings and stadiums will have ramps, lifts, Braille signage, wheelchair access, and audio-visual aids. Special schemes will also be launched to support PwDs in sports, education, and public services.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
TOI Impact: Facilities at Gadag rly station made operational
Hubballi: Responding to a TOI report titled "PM opens Gadag rly stn, but work pending" published on May 28, South Western Railway (SWR) activated facilities at the station on Wednesday. Manjunath Kanamadi, CPRO, SWR, told TOI that the revamped Gadag Railway Station was formally inaugurated by the Prime Minister on May 22. "The station was fully commissioned with a newly constructed building and is equipped with all essential passenger amenities, including a spacious waiting hall, booking office, food court, two lifts, two escalators and a 12-metre-wide foot over bridge (FOB). The station was developed to be Divyang-friendly, ensuring accessibility for all passengers," he added. He further said, "Both the lifts and escalators are fully operational and are currently in use by the travelling public. All platforms and passenger areas were cleared of construction materials, and there are no safety hazards. Drinking water facilities are available on all platforms. The station underwent a complete transformation and now ranks among the best in terms of passenger amenities. The inauguration was carried out only after the completion of all major works. However, as with any newly commissioned infrastructure, some minor issues may occasionally arise, which will be promptly addressed."
