Amrit Bharat station scheme transforming Railway infrastructure across Assam and Northeast

Guwahati: The Ministry of Railways has launched the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS) to usher in a new era of modern, passenger-friendly railway infrastructure across Indian Railways. The scheme envisages comprehensive development of railway stations through a long-term, phased approach, with detailed Master Plans prepared for each selected station and implemented systematically to enhance passenger amenities and infrastructure.

Under the scheme, focus is being laid on improving station access and circulating areas, upgrading waiting halls and toilets, installing lifts and escalators wherever required, enhancing cleanliness and providing free Wi-Fi facilities. Modern passenger information systems, Executive Lounges, designated spaces for business meetings, landscaping and improved station façades are integral components of the redevelopment. The scheme also promotes local entrepreneurship through initiatives such as ‘One Station One Product’ kiosks, thereby creating new economic opportunities for local communities.

The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme is redefining the railway landscape of Assam and the entire Northeast under the jurisdiction of Northeast Frontier Railway. A total of 92 stations have been identified for redevelopment in the NFR zone, out of which 60 stations across the Northeast are being taken up under the scheme. These include 50 stations in Assam, 4 in Tripura and 1 each in Sikkim, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland. Assam, as the gateway to the Northeast, has emerged as the largest beneficiary in the region, with redevelopment works covering both major urban centres and important regional towns.

Haibargaon railway station became the first completed Amrit Bharat station in Assam and was inaugurated in May 2025 by the Hon’ble Prime Minister NarendraModi. The redeveloped station sets new benchmarks in passenger amenities, infrastructure and design. Built on the principle of “VirasatBhiVikasBhi,” the station seamlessly blends modern facilities with the essence of Assamese culture and heritage. It has been designed not merely as a transit point but as a vibrant city centre equipped with world-class amenities, including Divyangjan-friendly infrastructure.

In Assam, significant progress has been recorded across multiple divisions. Under the Alipurduar Division, Fakiragram station has achieved 88% physical progress, Kokrajhar 78%, Dhubri 80% and Gauripur 82%. Under the Rangiya Division, Majbat railway station has reached 98% completion, while ViswanathChariali station has achieved 97% physical progress. Under the Lumding Division, Chaparmukh station has recorded 85% progress. Meanwhile, in the Tinsukia Division, North Lakhimpur station and Simaluguri Junction have each achieved 65% physical progress. In Meghalaya, Mendipathar station under the Rangiya Division has attained 73% progress in its redevelopment.

The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme marks a major step towards transforming India’s railway infrastructure to meet the needs of a rapidly developing nation. The upgraded stations are expected to generate new employment and business opportunities, enhance ease of travel and emerge as centres of socio-economic activity for surrounding areas. Through improved connectivity, modern amenities and preservation of regional identity, the scheme reflects the Government’s strong commitment to inclusive and future-ready development across Assam and the Northeast.