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AGT/Agthori (2 PFs)
आगियाठरी
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Track: Single Electric-Line

Updated: Dec 14 2023 (14:36)
Agthori Railway Station (AGT) is a small station located in the Kamrup Rural district of Assam. It serves the nearby IIT Guwahati campus, offering convenient access for students and staff. Amenities include basic passenger facilities like waiting rooms and restrooms, although it's recommended to arrive prepared for potential crowds during peak hours.

Tourism

The Kamakhya Temple, a major pilgrimage site dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya, is located in Guwahati.
The Navagraha Temple, dedicated to the nine planets, is a popular temple for astrological purposes.
The Umananda Temple, situated on an island in the middle of the Brahmaputra River, is a peaceful and serene temple.
The Guwahati Zoo, located near the city center, is a popular destination for families and nature enthusiasts.
The Assam State Museum, showcasing the rich history and culture of Assam, is a must-visit for cultural enthusiasts.

Food

The Mess at IIT Guwahati offers a variety of vegetarian dishes for students and visitors.
Subway, located within the IIT campus, serves delicious vegetarian sandwiches and salads.
Haldiram's, a popular chain, offers a range of vegetarian snacks and sweets.
Baskin-Robbins, also within the IIT campus, provides delicious ice cream and frozen desserts.
The Dhaba at Agthori provides a local, budget-friendly experience with traditional vegetarian dishes.

Station Address

IIT Rd, IIT Guwahati, Namati Jalah, District - Kamrup Rural. Pincode - 781039.
State: Assam

Elevation: 56 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-6
Zone: NFR/Northeast Frontier   Division: Lumding


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Feb 23 (10:59)   KYQ/Kamakhya Junction (4 PFs)
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Take in a stunning sight as the sun glistens over Saraighat Rail cum Road bridge in Assam. 🌅
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Feb 21 (22:50)   New Rail-Cum-Road Bridge Over Brahmaputra Approved, Boosting Connectivity in Northeast India

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read full article... Rly board green light to 2nd rail-road bridge on B'putra

The Railway Board has approved the construction of a second rail-cum-road bridge over the Brahmaputra in Guwahati, which will eliminate a major bottleneck in rail connectivity between the city and the rest of India. The 1.29-km bridge is part of the doubling of the 7.06 km Agthori-Kamakhya section, costing Rs 1,473.77...
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crore. The Board also sanctioned doubling of the 140 km Lumding-Furkating section at a cost of Rs 2,123.7 crore. These projects, approved by the Union Cabinet, will significantly improve passenger and freight movement in Assam and Nagaland.

Guwahati mein Brahmaputra par dusra rail-cum-road bridge banne wala hai, jiske wajah se Guwahati aur rest of India ke beech rail connectivity mein aane wali problem dur ho jaayegi. Ye 1.29-km long bridge, 7.06 km long Agthori-Kamakhya section ke double lane banane ka part hai, aur iska cost Rs 1,473.77 crore...
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hai. Railway Board ne 140 km Lumding-Furkating section ko bhi double lane banane ka sanction de diya hai, aur iska cost Rs 2,123.7 crore hai. Union Cabinet ne dono projects ko approve kar diya hai, aur isse Assam aur Nagaland mein passenger aur freight movement mein kaafi improvement aayega.
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Feb 08 (22:17)   KYQ/Kamakhya Junction (4 PFs)
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Gratitude to PM @narendramodi ji @RailMinIndia & Govt of India for the significant decision to double the rail line between Agthori-Kamakhya and a bridge at Saraighat. This development will bolster connectivity and pave the way for progress.#CabinetDecisions #NayiPatriNayiRaftaar
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Apr 07 2021 (01:26)   12507/Aronai Express (PT) | AGT/Agthori (2 PFs) | HWH/WDM-3D/11297
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12507 Thiruvananthapuram Guwahati Express before it's extension to Silchar gets looped at Agthori Railway station and waits patiently for it's counterpart
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Feb 09 (11:39)   FKG/Furkating Junction (2 PFs)
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6 Multi-Tracking Projects:-
Name of Project. Employment Generation (Lakh Man days)

1. Doubling between Ajmer - Chanderiya. 61
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2. Doubling between Agthori - Kamakhya including Bridge at Saraighat. 15

3. Doubling between Jaipur - Sawai Madhopur 45

4. Doubling between Lumding - Furkating. 48

5. Doubling between Luni - Samdari - Bhildi. 93

6. Doubling between Motumari - Vishnupuram stations and Rail Over Rail (ROR) at Motumari. 34
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✅will minimise logistics cost
✅reduce oil imports
✅lower CO2 emissions

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