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Secunderabad station revamp 65% complete, commuters flag access issues

Secunderabad station revamp 65% complete, commuters flag access issues

HyderabadMail.com 3 weeks ago

HYDERABAD: Work on the redevelopment of Secunderabad railway station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme has reached 65% completion. The upgraded station is likely to open in April next year.

However, commuters have raised concerns about pedestrian access during the construction. Visitors now use the same ramp as vehicles after parking, making it difficult for many, especially senior citizens.

"It is difficult for the elderly. Railways should provide an alternative route," a commuter said.



Railways say temporary inconvenience is unavoidable

Parking contractor Shant Kumar said ushers guide visitors to walk on one side of the ramp. Authorities have also placed caution signs to help people move safely.

Railway officials said the inconvenience is temporary because construction is still in progress. They said they are issuing advisories regularly to guide passengers.

The upgraded station will feature 26 lifts, 32 escalators and two travelators to improve passenger movement.

Airport-style station with modern facilities

The project also includes a multi-level parking complex on the north side and separate pick-up and drop-off areas to reduce congestion.

The redevelopment will transform the historic station into an airport-style transit hub with separate arrival and departure terminals, a two-level air concourse and skywalks connecting the station to the Metro. It will also include dedicated passenger zones and eco-friendly features such as solar power, electric vehicle charging stations, a sewage treatment plant and rainwater harvesting systems.

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