Ministry of Railways is preparing a major capacity upgrade for Howrah railway station, one of the country’s oldest and busiest rail hubs. As part of this initiative, Howrah station will undergo several upgrades aimed at improving infrastructure and managing higher train volumes. One of the key developments is the reconstruction and extension of platform number 15. Platform number 14 has also been extended, increasing its length from 564 metres to 581 metres. Platform number 24, which will measure 635 metres, is expected to handle 24-coach Mail and Express trains.

Source: Indian Express March 09, 2026 14:44 UTC