Puri Railway Station's makeover to finish by July 2025 with Jagannath Puri Temple-inspired design
The station is being rebuilt in accordance with the Kalinga architecture that originated in the fourth century BC
The redeveloped Puri railway station will reflect the traditional architectural features of the famed Jagannath Temple and have all modern amenities for the convenience of passengers, according to the firm engaged for the work.
Giving an update on the station redevelopment project, the firm said the work is expected to be completed by July next year.
The station is being rebuilt in accordance with the Kalinga architecture that originated in the fourth century BC.
The Indian Railways awarded the station re-development contract to Rath Architectonic in July 2022 and the construction work was started in January 2023.
According to Prateek Rath, the station is being redeveloped keeping in mind the passenger footfall 40 to 50 years from now.
According the Prateek, the station, which is proposed to have three floors, will offer world-class amenities, starting from easy access to station, convenient and specious parking to accommodate more than 500 cars, energy-efficient building, physical as well as automatic ticket counters and waiting lounge.
