The redeveloped Koppal Railway Station was virtually inaugurated by the Prime Minister under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS). The station has been redeveloped at an estimated cost of ₹21.14 crore with the objective of modernizing infrastructure, enhancing passenger amenities, and improving operational efficiency.
As part of the redevelopment, a new G+1 station building with a built-up area of 1,508 sq. m. has been constructed, providing improved booking facilities, spacious waiting halls, and enhanced passenger amenities. A 600 sq. m. circulating area has also been developed to facilitate smooth vehicular movement, better parking, and improved accessibility.
Passenger facilities have been significantly upgraded with full-length platform shelters, a new 12-metre-wide Foot Over Bridge (FOB) constructed at a cost of ₹5.7 crore, along with 2 lifts and 2 escalators to ensure safe and convenient movement, especially for senior citizens and Divyangjan passengers.
The station has also been equipped with modern amenities including LED lighting, LED platform name boards, Coach Indication Boards, Train Indication Boards, Public Address System, station clocks, upgraded toilets, improved parking facilities, landscaping, and an aesthetically enhanced station façade.
Speaking on the occasion, Hasan Sab Dotihal, Chairman, Command Area Development Authority (CADA) for Tungabhadra, thanked the Prime Minister for the redevelopment of Koppal Railway Station and highlighted its importance in serving pilgrims and tourists visiting Hampi and Anjanadri Temple, besides meeting the travel needs of the local population.
In a message conveyed in absentia, Member of Parliament Rajshekar Hitnal expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for the redevelopment of Koppal Railway Station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, stating that the project would strengthen regional connectivity and contribute to the overall development of the region.
The programme was attended by Hasan Sab Dotihal, Chairman, CADA for Tungabhadra; Sanjay Kumar, CPM/GSU; Santosh Chandran, IG-cum-PCSC/SWR; Vinayak R. Nayak, CCM/SWR; and other senior railway officials.
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