New Delhi railway station to get makeover: RFQs opened

The Central Government has taken up redevelopment of the New Delhi railway station in Public-Private Partnership mode at an estimated cost of Rs.50 bn. Requests for Qualification (RFQs) for the project was opened on February 2. The facilities proposed include congestion-free non-conflicting entry and exit, segregation of arrival and departure of passengers, adequate concourse area without overcrowding, integration of both sides of the city, integration with other modes of transport, user-friendly international signage, well illuminated circulating area and sufficient provision for drop off, pickup and parking. Pedestrian movement, cycle tracks, and non-motorised vehicle movement have been integrated into the proposed development plan. expressed interest in the revamp project.