Jammu Tawi Station Now Fully Operational With Seven Platforms
ECONOMY & POLICY

Jammu Tawi Station Now Fully Operational With Seven Platforms

Jammu Tawi Railway Station is now fully operational with all seven platforms after the commissioning of newly constructed platforms six and seven under the station redevelopment project, boosting the station's capacity to handle train operations and passenger traffic more efficiently, an official said on Wednesday. The northern railways Jammu Division had earlier made platforms four and five fully operational, bringing the total active platforms at the station to seven. The rail administration indicated that the additional platforms increase the capacity for simultaneous halting and operation of more trains, which will make train movement smoother and reduce halting time.

The authority reported that the opening of the new platforms will provide better facilities to passengers travelling to and from Jammu and Kashmir and will strengthen regional connectivity. Passengers were urged to check train schedules and platform information from station announcements and display boards to plan their journeys. The administration also appealed to travellers to use the foot over bridges and signage built to access the new platforms and to follow the instructions of railway staff.

Station officials noted that the commissioning supports efforts to decongest platforms and to provide relief from overcrowding during peak hours. The redevelopment project was described as aimed at enhancing passenger convenience by improving circulation areas and access routes within the station precinct. The administration said operational teams will coordinate platform assignments and movement to ensure efficient handling of services.

Local railway managers remarked that the fully active seven platforms align with broader objectives to bolster transport infrastructure in the region. The completion of platforms six and seven was presented as a milestone in the station redevelopment timeline and as a practical measure to accommodate growing operational demands. Commuters were reminded to follow safety signage and staff directions while accessing the upgraded facilities.

Jammu Tawi Railway Station is now fully operational with all seven platforms after the commissioning of newly constructed platforms six and seven under the station redevelopment project, boosting the station's capacity to handle train operations and passenger traffic more efficiently, an official said on Wednesday. The northern railways Jammu Division had earlier made platforms four and five fully operational, bringing the total active platforms at the station to seven. The rail administration indicated that the additional platforms increase the capacity for simultaneous halting and operation of more trains, which will make train movement smoother and reduce halting time. The authority reported that the opening of the new platforms will provide better facilities to passengers travelling to and from Jammu and Kashmir and will strengthen regional connectivity. Passengers were urged to check train schedules and platform information from station announcements and display boards to plan their journeys. The administration also appealed to travellers to use the foot over bridges and signage built to access the new platforms and to follow the instructions of railway staff. Station officials noted that the commissioning supports efforts to decongest platforms and to provide relief from overcrowding during peak hours. The redevelopment project was described as aimed at enhancing passenger convenience by improving circulation areas and access routes within the station precinct. The administration said operational teams will coordinate platform assignments and movement to ensure efficient handling of services. Local railway managers remarked that the fully active seven platforms align with broader objectives to bolster transport infrastructure in the region. The completion of platforms six and seven was presented as a milestone in the station redevelopment timeline and as a practical measure to accommodate growing operational demands. Commuters were reminded to follow safety signage and staff directions while accessing the upgraded facilities.

Related Stories

Gold Stories

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

KONE Opens India's First Digital Experience Centre in Pune

KONE, a global elevator and escalator manufacturer, has inaugurated its first Digital Experience Centre (DEC) in India, located in Pune. The facility aims to showcase how artificial intelligence (AI), connectivity and data-driven technologies can enhance customer experiences and improve building operations.The centre was inaugurated by Jussi Herlin, Executive Vice Chair, KONE Corporation; Philippe Delorme, President and CEO, KONE; and Nandan Nilekani, Co-founder and Chairman of the Board, Infosys.Designed as an interactive customer environment, the facility demonstrates digital solutions cover..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

CII GreenCo Launches Circularity Guidelines for Indian Industry

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) GreenCo Council has launched the CII GreenCo Circularity Guidelines – Pilot Version at the 17th CII GreenCo Waste & Resource Management Summit 2026 in Chennai. The initiative aims to strengthen resource efficiency, waste reduction and circular economy practices across Indian manufacturing and process industries.The guidelines introduce a structured framework with circularity indices covering raw materials, consumables, packaging and other resource inputs. These indicators will help industries assess existing practices, identify opportunities to ..

Next Story
Infrastructure Energy

Global Electronics Association Launches IPC-1783-CO2E Standard

The Global Electronics Association has introduced IPC-1783-CO2E, a new international standard aimed at improving consistency, transparency and comparability in product carbon footprint reporting across the electronics manufacturing industry.The standard, titled International Standard for Data Collection and Reporting of CO2 Equivalent (CO2e) Emissions for the Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain, provides industry-specific guidance for collecting, estimating and reporting carbon emissions data.With increasing regulatory requirements and customer expectations, electronics manufacturers face c..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

SPECIAL OFFER
QR Code