Thiruvananthapuram Central preparing to beat the airport in magnificence

Monday 20 February, 2023 | 1:07 AM

Center releases digital blueprint of Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station renovation

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Central government to modernize Thiruvananthapuram Central, the biggest railway station in the state, on the model of an airport. The Ministry of Railways has released the digital outline of the railway station renovation through its Facebook and Twitter accounts. The renovation project is expected to cost Rs 400 crore.

The renovation will retain only the existing heritage building and railway line. The Bengaluru-based Railway Land Development Authority (RLDA) is responsible for the construction. The RLDA authorities had been holding talks with the Railways since December. The target is to complete the construction within three years.

Drastic change

As part of the expansion of the existing terminal building, an additional storey will rise above the two storeys. An airport-style waiting center will also be prepared next to the first platform. A rest hall (concourse area) will be set up here. There will be a ticketing area, waiting lounges, food court, commercial area, and TTE restroom. A dormitory will be provided on the upper floors.

Future development

Solar electricity
Rainwater reservoir
Water treatment plant
Disabled friendly station
Advanced medical system

Drop off and in points

The entry is designed with a drop-off and drop-in pick-up point for vehicles. Escalators are also being considered at the front and rear entrances.

New parking area

A multilevel parking area is envisaged to replace the current parking area. More than 100 cars and 300 two-wheelers can be parked.

Flowers and greenery

There will be a spacious garden and a water fountain at the front. The staff quarters opposite the station premises, including the Railway Recruitment Board office, may be demolished and new buildings constructed.

92 years

In 1931, the rail transport up to Chacka was extended to Thampanoor.