Under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS), 102 railway stations in West Bengal have been identified for redevelopment, out of 1,338 stations nationwide, according to the Ministry of Railways. The stations fall under the Eastern Railway, Northeast Frontier Railway, South Eastern Railway and Metro Railway zones.

West Bengal Scheme: Key Details

Recognised Stations: A total of 102 stations in West Bengal have been selected for redevelopment under the scheme.

Expenditure and Funding: The relevant railway zones reported expenditure of ₹1,231 crore up to February 2026 under the customer amenities budget head. This figure covers the four zones and is not limited to the redevelopment of stations in West Bengal.

Completed Stations: According to the Ministry of Railways, development work has been completed at Anara, Barabhum, Haldia, Haldibari, Joychandi Pahar Junction, Kalyani Ghoshpara, Kamakhyaguri, Panagarh, Siuri and Tamluk.

Key Improvements: Planned upgrades include improved station access, wider foot-over bridges, lifts and ramps, better waiting halls and toilets, platform improvements, facilities for passengers with disabilities, parking areas and improved passenger information systems.

Separately, proposals concerning development around Jalpaiguri Railway Station, the proposed Gunti Flyover and a possible railway connection between Jalpaiguri town and Cooch Behar towards Assam have been mentioned. Their current status, approval and implementation timelines require confirmation from the relevant authorities.