Ashwini Vaishnaw directs officials to fast-track holding area project at New Delhi railway station

A permanent holding area is being built towards Ajmeri Gate of New Delhi Railway Station premises to ensure smooth management of passengers during festivals, when the crowd of passengers increases.

Construction work underway for holding area project at New Delhi railway station (Image: Ministry of Railways)

New Delhi Station Permanent Holding Area Project

The holding area project of New Delhi railway station has been divided into three functional zones: Pre Ticketing Area, Ticketing Area and Post Ticketing Area.

• Pre-Ticketing Area: Spanning 1,950 sqm, the facility can accommodate around 2,700 passengers during peak hours.
• Ticketing Area (2,288 sqm): Designed to accommodate up to 3,100 passengers, ensuring smooth passenger flow.
• Post-Ticketing Area (1,570 sqm): Can hold around 1,350 passengers, offering adequate space for queuing, security checks and luggage screening.

Construction work underway for holding area project at New Delhi railway station (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Facilities at New Delhi Railway Station Holding Area

The following facilities shall be available to passengers in this dedicated holding area:

• 22 ticket counters
• 2 toilet blocks
• Public address system
• Electronic display board for information
• AI based surveillance camera
• Luggage scanner
• Signage for passengers guidance
• Integrated with Metro connectivity

Holding Area Project at New Delhi Railway Station: Latest Update

Currently, the work of New Delhi railway station holding area is in progress. While constructing this holding area, many challenging tasks such as shifting of ATM counters, shifting of two electric high masts, removal of two mobile towers, shifting of prepaid taxi stand, shifting of Delhi Police cabin are being done.