The Ministry of Railways said that the proposed design for the refurbishment of the New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) is the beginning of a new era.
Digital Desk: The New Delhi Railway Station, one of the most prestigious railway stations in the country, is soon to be renovated. The Modi government in the Center is constantly engaged in giving the country's train stations a new look.
Under this, the New Delhi Railway Station will also be rejuvenated. The Ministry of Railways has shared on Twitter the proposed design for the refurbishment of the New Delhi Railway Station.
The Ministry of Railways said that the proposed design for the refurbishment of the New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) is the beginning of a new era.
The New Delhi Railway Station is located two kilometres north of Connaught Place. Its renovated version will have a built area of 4 million square feet, including a commercial area of 980,000 square feet.
"There will be a 650-meter-long main road along State Entry Road, which will be pedestrian-only," said Ved Parkash Dudeja, vice chairman of the Rail Land Development Authority.
"Vehicles will not be allowed there. People can walk and shop on the main street. It will also connect Connaught Place with the New Delhi railway station," Dudeja said.
The renovation of the New Delhi railway station area is estimated to cost Rs 4,500 crore. The plan is under evaluation, according to a report by the media.
Work on the New Delhi railway station refurbishment project is expected to start this year. The Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) has entrusted the station remodelling work.
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