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AGC/Agra Cantt. (6 PFs)
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Updated: Oct 26 2023 (07:15) by Padmakant
Agra Cantt. Railway Station (AGC) is a major railway station located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a crucial hub for both passenger and freight trains. The station features six platforms, modern amenities like waiting rooms, and refreshment stalls. It's also a popular starting point for exploring Agra's iconic Taj Mahal and other historical landmarks.

Tourism

Taj Mahal: World-renowned ivory-white marble mausoleum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Agra Fort: Historic fort built by Mughal emperor Akbar, showcasing impressive architecture and historical significance.
Fatehpur Sikri: Abandoned Mughal city built by Akbar, renowned for its unique architecture and historical significance.
Itmad-ud-Daulah's Tomb: Elegant mausoleum built by Mughal emperor Jahangir's wife Nur Jahan, showcasing intricate marble inlay work.
Chini Ka Rauza: Tomb of a Mughal noble, known for its intricate tilework and colorful patterns, showcasing Mughal art and architecture.

Food

Shree Radhey Shyam Restaurant: Popular vegetarian restaurant serving North Indian cuisine, known for its thalis and sweets.
Haldiram's: Famous chain serving a variety of vegetarian snacks, sweets, and meals.
Govind Mithaiwala: Renowned sweet shop offering a wide range of traditional Indian sweets and snacks.
Bikanervala: Another popular chain serving vegetarian snacks, sweets, and meals, known for its quality and taste.
Kalyan Restaurant: Local favorite offering delicious vegetarian meals and snacks at affordable prices.

Station Address

Near Sultan Pura, Idgah Colony, Agra Cantt. Area, District - Agra. Pin - 282001.
State: Uttar Pradesh
Elevation: 167 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-2
Zone: NCR/North Central   Division: Agra
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Today (19:31)   Vande Bharat Train Operations Disrupted by Dispute Between Railway Divisions

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read full article... वंदे भारत ट्रेन में क्यों भिड़ गए दो लोको पायलट, एक-दूसरे कपड़े फाड़े; ट्रेन के कांच भी तोड़ डाले

A new Vande Bharat Express train running between Udaipur, Rajasthan and Agra has been facing operational issues due to a dispute between the Kota and Agra railway divisions regarding which division should operate the train. The dispute escalated on September 2nd when employees from both divisions physically clashed, causing damage to...
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the train, including broken glass and a damaged guardroom door. The issue stems from the train passing through both divisions, leading to disagreements over who should control its operations. The incident has caused delays in the train's schedule and the dispute has been escalated to the Railway Board, but a resolution has yet to be found. This conflict highlights the potential for tension when new train lines cross multiple railway divisions, especially regarding promotions and new hiring opportunities.

Udaipur se Agra jaane wali new Vande Bharat Express train mein working ko lekar Kota aur Agra rail mandalon ke karmiyon ke beech ek baar phir jhagda ho gaya hai. 2 September ko, dono mandalon ke karmiyon ne ek dusre se mara-piți ki, train ke gard room ka darwaza tod...
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diya aur kaanch bhi fod diye. Ye jhagda isliye hua hai kyunki train dono mandalon se ho kar jaati hai aur dono mandalon ke karmi usko operate karna chahte hain. Isse train late ho rahi hai aur yah maamla Railway Board tak pahunch gaya hai. Naye train line ke chalne se promotion aur new bhartiyon ke liye bhi jhagda hota hai, jiska naya train line par chalne wali train ke sath bhi hua hai.
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Today (19:30)   Vande Bharat Express Route Changed: Now From Varanasi to Agra

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read full article... Varanasi News: वाराणसी से आगरा के बीच चलेगी वंदे भारत, रेलवे बोर्ड ने जारी की प्रस्तावित समय सारिणी

The Vande Bharat Express, initially planned to operate between Prayagraj and Agra, will now run between Varanasi and Agra. The train is expected to start operating before Diwali. The Railway Board has already released the proposed timetable. The train will cover the distance between Prayagraj and Agra in 5.25 hours, while...
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it will take 7 hours to reach Varanasi from Agra.

Prayagraj aur Agra ke beech chalne wali Vande Bharat Express ab Varanasi se chlegi. Diwali se pehle yeh train shuru hone ki ummeed hai. Railway Board ne Agra-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express ka timetable release kar diya hai. Train Prayagraj se Agra ke beech ki distance 5.25 hours mein cover karegi,...
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aur Agra se Varanasi pahunchne mein 7 hours lagega.
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Today (12:09)   New Vande Bharat Express to Connect Agra and Varanasi, Offering Tourists Faster Travel

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read full article... Vande Bharat Express: New Vande Bharat Express will run between these two cities, time table also released

A new Vande Bharat Express train will operate between Agra and Varanasi, connecting two of Uttar Pradesh's most popular tourist destinations. The train will run six days a week, covering a distance of 573 km in 7 hours. It will depart from Agra Cantt at 6:00 am and reach Varanasi Junction...
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at 1:00 pm, stopping at Tundla Junction, Etawah Junction, Kanpur Central, and Prayagraj Junction. The return journey leaves Varanasi at 3:20 pm and reaches Agra Cantt at 10:20 pm. The train will not operate on Fridays for maintenance. Agra Cantt-Varanasi Vande Bharat is the first Vande Bharat train of Agra Railway Division, and only Agra loco pilots and train managers will be deployed on the train. The train will have an average speed of 81.86 km/h with varying speeds between stations.

UP mein ek aur semi-high speed train, Vande Bharat Express, aane wali hai. Ye train UP ke do sabse zyada tourist attract karne wale cities, Agra aur Varanasi ke beech chalegi. Train ka time table bhi release ho gaya hai. Ye train Agra Cantt se subah 6:00 baje chaliyega aur Varanasi...
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Junction par 1:00 baje pahuchega. Isme Tundla Junction, Etawah Junction, Kanpur Central, aur Prayagraj Junction pe rukne ka provision hai. Return journey Varanasi se 3:20 pm pe chaliyega aur Agra Cantt pe raat ke 10:20 pm pe pahuchega. Train Friday ko maintenance ke liye nahi chalegi. Agra Cantt-Varanasi Vande Bharat, Agra Railway Division ki pehli Vande Bharat train hai, aur isme sirf Agra ke loco pilots aur train managers hi deploy honge. Train ki average speed 81.86 km/h hogi, aur stations ke beech speed alag-alag hogi.
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Great Great Great:Finally VB for NCR. Useful Great Great _/\_:FLOP! Useful Great Great Useful Useful Useful Useful Great Useful _/\_
NCR's first Vande Bharat!! AGC-BSBS Vande Bharat Express
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