PM Modi will lay the foundation stone for revamping 508 railway stations.: The redevelopment work of 508 railway stations will be launched by PM Modi on 6 August at a cost of 24, 470 crores.
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The main aim of the redevelopment project is to improve the facilities for passengers. Under the Amrit Bharat Scheme, the government is planning to revamp 1309 stations. Currently, only 508 stations revamping will be launched. 24 railway stations in 10 states are being redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Scheme.
₹1,813 crore has been allocated to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaja Terminus, the highest allocation among 24 railway stations. This station is also a UNESCO world heritage site. The wide arenas are being developed for passengers to rest and recoup while they wait for their train.
