On February 26, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for railway projects worth ₹41,000 crores. This includes the rejuvenation of 554 railway stations under the Amrit Yojana, including 28 stations in the Eastern Railway Zone and 7 in the Asansol Railway Division. The Asansol...
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Division will see the redevelopment of 7 stations - Basukinath, Deoghar, Dumka, Jamtara, Panagarh, Shankarpur, and Vidyasagar. These stations are being redesigned with modern amenities, improved accessibility, and enhanced safety features. The Amrit Station scheme aims to transform these stations into economic hubs, providing better access for local produce and goods to larger markets. The project also emphasizes improving connectivity and safety by replacing level crossings with Road Under Bridges (RUBs) and Limited Height Subways (LHSs). The Asansol Division is currently constructing 11 LHSs to enhance safety and convenience for local passengers.