Govt Identifies 15 Stations for Redevelopment Under PPP Model
RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL

Govt Identifies 15 Stations for Redevelopment Under PPP Model

In an effort to modernise India's railway infrastructure, the government has identified 15 stations out of 1,337 for redevelopment under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha.

While responding to queries from DMK MP C N Annadurai, the minister stated that Rani Kamalapati station in Madhya Pradesh has already been developed and commissioned under this model. However, details regarding the financial model, revenue-sharing mechanisms, and private sector involvement remain under evaluation, given the complex and iterative nature of project formulation.

Amrit Bharat Station Scheme: A Long-Term Vision The broader Amrit Bharat Station Scheme aims to upgrade 1,337 railway stations across India with a phased approach, enhancing station access, waiting halls, circulating areas, lifts/escalators, sanitation, free Wi-Fi, and overall passenger experience.

Vaishnaw emphasised that station redevelopment under PPP involves additional complexities related to business models and financial structuring. The ministry continues to explore optimal frameworks to ensure long-term benefits for both passengers and private investors.

With station modernisation high on the government’s agenda, the PPP model is expected to play a crucial role in transforming India’s railway hubs into world-class transit points

In an effort to modernise India's railway infrastructure, the government has identified 15 stations out of 1,337 for redevelopment under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha. While responding to queries from DMK MP C N Annadurai, the minister stated that Rani Kamalapati station in Madhya Pradesh has already been developed and commissioned under this model. However, details regarding the financial model, revenue-sharing mechanisms, and private sector involvement remain under evaluation, given the complex and iterative nature of project formulation. Amrit Bharat Station Scheme: A Long-Term Vision The broader Amrit Bharat Station Scheme aims to upgrade 1,337 railway stations across India with a phased approach, enhancing station access, waiting halls, circulating areas, lifts/escalators, sanitation, free Wi-Fi, and overall passenger experience. Vaishnaw emphasised that station redevelopment under PPP involves additional complexities related to business models and financial structuring. The ministry continues to explore optimal frameworks to ensure long-term benefits for both passengers and private investors. With station modernisation high on the government’s agenda, the PPP model is expected to play a crucial role in transforming India’s railway hubs into world-class transit points

Related Stories

Gold Stories

Next Story
Resources

Schindler named among Forbes’ World’s Best Employers 2026

Schindler has been named among Forbes’ World’s Best Employers 2026, a global ranking recognising companies for their workplace environments.Compiled by Forbes in partnership with Statista, the ranking is based on independent employee feedback, including whether employees would recommend their organisation to friends and family.The company said the recognition reflected its focus on creating a workplace where employees can develop their expertise and build careers. ..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

India needs an export-execution mindset: Vishesh Jain

Interview with Vishesh Jain, Founder & CEO, EximpleWhat gaps in India’s global trade ecosystem led you to build Eximple, and what problem did you see businesses struggling with most?Eximple came out of a problem that all three founders had seen from different choke points in the trade ecosystem. India has millions of MSMEs and manufacturers, and many of them can make products that are genuinely competitive on quality. Yet only a small fraction is able to build meaningful international businesses. In our experience, the gap is usually not manufacturing capability; it is the ability to exe..

Next Story
Building Material

Nuvoco reports 13.5% revenue growth in Q2 FY27

Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd. reported consolidated revenue of Rs 27.9 billion for Q2 FY27, up 13.5% year on year. Cement sales volume rose 9% to 4.7 million tonnes (MMT), while EBITDA increased 11% to Rs 4.11 billion.The company said it began its cement operations in 2014 with a 2.3 MMT per annum (MMTPA) operation at Nimbol. It now aims to reach 35 MMTPA of cement capacity by FY28, nearly 15 times its initial capacity. Its portfolio spans cement, ready-mix concrete and modern building materials.On sustainability and cost efficiency, Nuvoco partnered with CleanMax for a 46.4 MW wind-solar hybrid re..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

SPECIAL OFFER
QR Code