Rs 2,439 Cr earmarked for redevelopment of railway stations in Odisha: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Odisha is set to witness a major upgrade in railway infrastructure with Rs 2,439 crore allocated for the redevelopment of stations across the state, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said while outlining provisions made under the Union Budget 2026. 

As part of the Amrit Station Scheme, 59 railway stations in Odisha have been selected for comprehensive redevelopment aimed at improving passenger amenities and modernising station facilities.

A total investment of Rs 2,439 crore has been earmarked for station modernisation. Redevelopment work has already been completed at six stations- Cuttack 2nd Entry, Baripada, Barpali, Bimlagarh, Parlakhemundi and Talcher, while work at the remaining stations is progressing in phases, the Minister said.

'632 Flyovers, Underpasses Constructed In Odisha'

Apart from station redevelopment, the Budget highlights significant improvements in rail connectivity and safety infrastructure in the state. As many as 632 flyovers and underpasses have been constructed across Odisha to reduce congestion at railway crossings and enhance road-rail coordination.

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The Railways is also expanding the implementation of the Kavach automatic train protection system to improve operational safety. Under the system, work or tendering processes are currently underway for 772 route kilometres in the state, while Kavach coverage has already been sanctioned for 2,922 route kilometres.

The allocation forms part of a broader push to strengthen Odisha’s railway network, improve passenger experience and enhance safety standards. The Centre has reiterated its commitment to accelerating railway projects in the state, with emphasis on infrastructure modernisation, safety systems and smoother rail operations.

Union Budget 2026: Odisha Gets Rs 10,928 Crore For Railways

Meanwhile, Odisha has received Rs 10,928 crore allocation for railways in the Union Budget 2026-27. The announcement was made by the Union Railway Minister on Tuesday.

Addressing a presser, the Minister said that railway projects worth Rs 90,659 crore are currently underway in the state. He stated that Odisha will benefit significantly from the proposed East–West Freight Corridor, which will pass through Odisha and extend to Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat.

This corridor will play a major role in the industrial development of Odisha, said Vaishnaw.