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Rishikesh Station to Ease Haridwar Temple Town Traffic
18 Jul
Summary
- Rishikesh railway station will be developed as a feeder station.
- This aims to reduce congestion at the busy Haridwar station.
- A new express train now connects Ramnagar and Dehradun directly.
The Ministry of Railways is undertaking the development of Rishikesh railway station to serve as a feeder station, primarily aimed at easing traffic congestion at the busy Haridwar station. This initiative is expected to significantly boost train operations and improve passenger facilities, particularly during major pilgrimage periods.
A master plan is currently being formulated to augment capacity and enhance travel convenience for passengers heading to and from Haridwar and Rishikesh. Concurrently, Haridwar and Dehradun railway stations are slated for redevelopment, with a focus on upgrading amenities for all travelers.
Further enhancing regional connectivity, the newly launched Ramnagar-Dehradun Express provides the first direct link between these two cities. This service is anticipated to stimulate tourism and pilgrimage by improving access to key attractions like Jim Corbett National Park and the Char Dham pilgrimage circuit.
