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Ghaziabad railway station upgrade: Platform widening completed to ease crowding

Ghaziabad railway station platform widening work update: The platform widening work at Ghaziabad railway station will ensure smoother passenger movement during peak hours, and improve overall safety, comfort and operational efficiency at one of the busiest junctions in the country.

2 min readUpdated: Jan 15, 2026 06:29 PM IST

Ghaziabad railway station falls under the administrative control of Northern Railway's Delhi Division. (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Ghaziabad railway station latest update: Indian Railways (IR) has completed the platform widening work at Ghaziabad railway station. The move will ensure smoother passenger movement during peak hours, and improve overall safety, comfort and operational efficiency at one of the busiest junctions in the country. This railway station falls under the administrative control of Northern Railway‘s Delhi Division.

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Platform widening work at Ghaziabad station

According to the railways, a planned project for widening of platforms was undertaken to improve passenger movement and safety. “The work has now been completed successfully and within the stipulated timeline. The widening of Platform (PF) No. 5/6 and PF No. 3/4 has been carried out to enhance capacity and provide better convenience to rail users,” the national transporter said in a statement.

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Ghaziabad railway station news: Details of the works completed

Platform No. 5/6

Width increased by approximately 4.0 metres in the middle portion of the platform.
Width increased by about 1.5 metres at the end portion.
The widening covers over a total length of 300 metres.

Platform No. 3/4

Width increased by about 4.0 metres in the middle portion.
Width increased by approximately 2.0 metres at the end portion.
The widening has been carried out for a length of around 200 metres.

Significance of platform widening work at Ghaziabad railway station

Reduced congestion during peak hours.
Improved passenger safety and ease of movement.
Enhanced operational efficiency at Ghaziabad Station.
More comfortable travel experience.

Anish Mondal

Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More

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