News India Live, Digital Desk: Indian Railways is considered the lifeline of the country. Every day crores of people reach their destination through train. There is also a station in this railway network which is very unique and interesting. This station is Bhavani Mandi railway station located on the border of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
A station is spread over two states
The specialty of Bhavani Mandi station is that its platform, ticket counter and signboards are divided between two states. If the engine of the train is in Rajasthan, then the guard box in Madhya Pradesh. On one side there is a board of Rajasthan at the station, then the board of Madhya Pradesh is clearly visible at a short distance.
Ticket counter and waiting room also in two states
There are two different ticket counters at Bhavani Mandi station. The first is in Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, while the second is in Jhalawar district of Rajasthan. When the line of ticket takers becomes long, people start from Madhya Pradesh and reach the border of Rajasthan. The entrance and waiting room of the station are located in the border of Rajasthan.
Amrit Bharat Station Scheme will be redeveloped
Bhavani Mandi station has been included in the ‘Amrit Bharat Station Scheme’ under Kota Rail Division. Under this scheme, the station will be reconstructed at a cost of about Rs 24 crore. Under this, beautification of the station, high level platforms, 12 meter wide foot over bridge, waiting rooms with modern facilities, furniture and toilets will be developed. Local art and culture will be included in the internal design of the station.
I will get speed in local development
The redevelopment of the station will not only provide better facilities to the passengers, but will also promote tourism and economic-social development in the region. This renovation of Bhavani Mandi railway station will play an important role for the development of the area.
