CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Panchayati Raj & Rural Development, Government of India, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, conducted an inspection of the redevelopment works underway at Vidisha Railway Station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme in the Bhopal Division.
During the visit, he toured the station premises and reviewed passenger facilities, under-construction structures, and modernized passenger waiting halls. The Hon’ble Minister emphasized the importance of maintaining both speed and quality in the work being done for the benefit of the passengers.
He instructed officials to ensure that the redevelopment work should not only be convenient but also aesthetically pleasing, offering a world-class experience to passengers. He also directed that the station premises be kept clean, secure, and accessible for persons with disabilities.
Expressing satisfaction with the ongoing construction, Director Chouhan said that the transformation of Vidisha Railway Station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme would benefit the entire region. He emphasized timely completion of the project with transparency in execution.
On this occasion, Hon’ble MLA of Vidisha, Mukesh Tandon, and Hon’ble MLA of Kurwai, Shri Hari Singh Sapre, were present along with other public representatives. From the Railways, Divisional Railway Manager Devashish Tripathi, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Saurabh Kataria, Senior Divisional Engineer (Coordination) Rituraj Sharma, Senior Divisional Engineer (Central) K. K. Nigam, and Senior Divisional Electrical Engineer (General) Sanjay Manoria were also present.
The DRM briefed the Minister about the key developments at the station including construction of modern ticket counters, lifts, escalators, extended foot over bridges, enhanced lighting, and an attractive facade.
The inspection sparked notable enthusiasm among the general public. Many passengers met the Minister and shared their thoughts and experiences regarding the station’s development.
The Minister’s visit has given a new direction to the station’s redevelopment project, inspiring officials and strengthening public trust in Indian Railways.
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