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DRGJ/Daraganj (2 PFs)
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Updated: Jan 09 (16:59)
Daraganj Railway Station (DRGJ) is located in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, near the Parade Ground. It boasts two platforms and offers basic amenities like waiting rooms, ticket counters, and refreshment stalls. The station is a significant hub for local commuters and travelers visiting the nearby religious sites and historical landmarks.

Tourism

Triveni Ghat: A sacred confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, attracting pilgrims.
Allahabad Fort: A historic fort built by Akbar, offering panoramic views and cultural significance.
Khusrau Bagh: A beautiful Mughal garden featuring the tombs of Mughal emperors.
Akshaywat: A sacred fig tree believed to be immortal and a prominent site for religious rituals.
Patalpuri Temple: An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located beneath the ground level.

Food

Sagar Ratna: A popular vegetarian restaurant serving North Indian and South Indian delicacies.
Haldiram's: A renowned chain offering a variety of vegetarian snacks, sweets, and meals.
Bikanervala: Another popular chain serving a wide range of vegetarian snacks, sweets, and meals.
Krishna Sweets: A local favorite known for its delicious sweets and snacks.
The Food Court: A food court located within the station offering various vegetarian options.

Station Address

Daraganj Ghat Road, Near Parade Ground, Prayagraj - 211 006
State: Uttar Pradesh
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Type: Regular   Category: NSG-6
Zone: NER/North Eastern   Division: Varanasi
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NER/North Eastern
Aug 28 (19:38)   Historic Daraganj Railway Station in Prayagraj Decommissioned, To Be Transformed into Museum

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read full article... अब उत्तर प्रदेश के इस स्टेशन से नहीं गुजरेगी ट्रेन, जानिए वजह

The Daraganj railway station in Prayagraj, built between 1899 and 1913, has been decommissioned due to the construction of a new bridge between Jhusi and Daraganj. The station, which held special significance during the Maha Kumbh Mela, will be preserved and transformed into a museum and a small railway museum, ensuring...
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its historical importance is recognized. The old bridge will be maintained for emergency use. Plans for a museum and guesthouse are in progress.

Prayagraj mein 1899 se 1913 ke beech banaya gaya Daraganj station, ab history ka hissa ban chuka hai. Jhusi aur Daraganj ke beech naye bridge ki wajah se ab yah station band kar diya gaya hai. Maha Kumbh Mela ke time yeh station bahut important tha, lekin ab isko museum aur...
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ek small railway museum mein convert kiya ja raha hai. Purana bridge aapatkalein mein use karne ke liye rakha jaayega. Ek museum aur guesthouse banane ki plan bhi chal rahi hai.
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Aug 23 (18:10)   Merging Stations in Prayagraj for Improved Railway Management

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read full article... NCR Railway : एनसीआर में शामिल हो सकते हैं शहर के छह रेलवे स्टेशन, रेलवे बोर्ड तक पहुंचा मामला

There's a proposal to merge six railway stations in Prayagraj, currently under two other zones, into the North Central Railway (NCR). The proposal has reached the Railway Board and aims to improve coordination and efficiency in managing the stations during events like Kumbh Mela. This will centralize control and monitoring of...
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these stations under the NCR's General Manager (GM) and Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) in Prayagraj. The move is seen as crucial for better management and oversight, particularly as the North Central Railway is already headquartered in Prayagraj and has a divisional office there. This consolidation could streamline operations and improve the overall efficiency of managing these stations, especially during large-scale religious events.

Prayagraj mein, do aur zonal railways ke chhe railway stations ko North Central Railway (NCR) mein merge karne ka proposal hai. Ye proposal Railway Board tak pahunch gaya hai, aur iska maqsad Kumbh Mela jaise events ke dauraan stations ko manage karne ki coordination aur efficiency badhana hai. Isse NCR ke...
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Prayagraj mein General Manager (GM) aur Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) ke neeche in stations ka control aur monitoring centralize ho jaayega. Ye kadam behtar management aur oversight ke liye zaruri samjha ja raha hai, kyunki North Central Railway ka headquarters aur divisional office pehle se hi Prayagraj mein hai. Ye consolidation operations ko streamline kar sakta hai aur in stations ko manage karne ki efficiency, khass kar bade religious events ke dauraan, badha sakta hai.
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Aug 22 (18:05)   Daraganj Railway Station to Close, New Complex Planned in Prayagraj

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read full article... ENR Railway : नाम नहीं होगा गुम, दारागंज स्टेशन पर बनेगा म्यूजियम, स्टेशन की जमीन की गई चिह्नित

The Daraganj railway station in Prayagraj, India, will be closed permanently after a new railway bridge is opened between Jhusi and Daraganj. The old railway bridge will be preserved for emergencies. The Northeast Railway plans to build a complex on the vacated station site, including a small railway museum, a guest...
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house for VIPs during religious festivals, and possibly commercial ventures. This project will begin after the completion of the Kumbh Mela festival.

Prayagraj mein Ganga par Jhusi aur Daraganj ke beech bane new railway bridge ke khulne ke baad, Daraganj station history ke panno mein record ho jaayega. Purana railway bridge emergencies ke liye rakha jaayega. Northeast Railway station ki jagah par complex banane ki planning kar raha hai jisme ek chhota...
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railway museum, VIPs ke liye guest house, aur shayad kuchh commercial ventures bhi honge. Ye project Kumbh Mela khatam hone ke baad shuru hoga.
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NER/North Eastern
Aug 21 (22:43)   North Eastern Railway to Build Complex on Closed Daraganj Station Land in Prayagraj

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read full article... दारागंज रेलवे स्टेशन की जमीन पर बनेगा कांप्लेक्स

The North Eastern Railway (NER) plans to develop a complex on the land of the closed Daraganj Railway Station in Prayagraj. The complex will include a guest house for railway officials and a small railway museum. Construction is planned to begin before the Kumbh Mela. The station was closed due to...
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its elevation and lack of use. The land was at risk of being encroached upon, so the decision to build a complex was made. The NER headquarters has been tasked with preparing a proposal and securing funding for the project. The guest house, located near the ticket counter, will be built to accommodate VIP guests during the Kumbh Mela.

Prayagraj mein, North Eastern Railway (NER) jaldi hi ek complex banane ki planing kar raha hai. Iske liye Daraganj Railway Station ki zameen ko select kiya gaya hai. Railways ki team se pura proposal ready karne ke liye kaha gaya hai. Yahan par railway officials ke liye guest house...
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aur station campus mein ek chhota sa rail museum bhi banaya jaayega. Yeh kaam Maha Kumbh se pehle shuru kar diya jaayega.
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