Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has approved a plan to develop passenger holding areas at 76 railway stations across the country.

Under this initiative, Bhopal, Jabalpur, and Kota stations of the West Central Railway have been included.

The decision follows the successful implementation of such a facility at New Delhi Railway Station, where large crowds were effectively managed during festive occasions like Diwali and Chhath.

The minister stated that these passenger holding areas will be designed in a modular format, keeping in mind the local conditions of each station. The project aims to enhance passenger convenience, safety and travel experience.

Vaishnaw has directed that all holding areas be completed before the 2026 festive season.

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