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General Knowledge: Howrah Railway Station, located in Kolkata, West Bengal is the largest railway station in India, featuring a total of 23 platforms.
Howrah is one of India’s largest and busiest railway terminals, boasting 23 platforms and 26 tracks. (News18 Hindi)
Indian Railways is often referred to as the lifeline of the country, as millions of people travel by train every day. Trains are the most affordable mode of transportation. You have likely traveled by train at some point, but have you ever wondered which railway station in the country has the most platforms? Today, we will learn about the railway station in India with the highest number of platforms.
This station is the only one in India with the most platforms, making it perpetually crowded. If you ever visit, you will see thousands of people arriving at all times to catch or take trains. This is why it is also known as the busiest railway station in the country. So, which railway station holds this title?
The railway station we are referring to is Howrah Railway Station, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It is the largest railway station in India, featuring a total of 23 platforms. This is why it is labeled as the country’s busiest railway station.
Howrah Railway Station is a crucial hub for Indian Railways, connecting Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, to various parts of the country. Millions of people, along with numerous trains, arrive and depart from its platforms every day. Howrah Junction is also renowned for its magnificent architecture, historical significance, and efficient passenger traffic management.
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Meanwhile, according to the Southern Railway, Chennai Central Railway Station holds the record for the longest name among all Indian railway stations. The Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central Railway Station in Tamil Nadu consists of 57 letters. Initially known as Madras Central and later as Chennai Central, it was renamed Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central Railway Station in 2019. This change came after the government approved the AIADMK government’s recommendation to honour the former Chief Minister M.G. Ramachandran.
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