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PRG/Prayag Junction (3 PFs)
प्रयाग जंक्शन
پریاگ جنکشن

Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Jan 09 (17:05)
Prayag Junction (PRG) is a major railway station in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. It has three platforms and offers basic amenities like waiting rooms, refreshment stalls, and restrooms. The station is known for its connection to the holy city of Prayagraj, which is famous for its religious significance, especially during the Kumbh Mela.

Tourism

**Triveni Sangam** - The confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, a major pilgrimage site.
**Allahabad Fort** - A historical fort with religious significance, housing various temples.
**Akshayvat** - A sacred fig tree believed to be immortal and visited by many pilgrims.
**Hanuman Garhi** - A temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, offering panoramic views of the city.
**Patalpuri Temple** - A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its underground chambers.

Food

**Shanti Sagar** - Famous for its North Indian vegetarian thali and snacks.
**Haldiram's** - A popular chain serving a variety of vegetarian fast food.
**Bikanerwala** - Offers a wide selection of sweets, snacks, and chaat.
**Sagar Ratna** - Known for its South Indian vegetarian dishes like dosa and idli.
**Amritsari Kulcha** - Serves delicious Amritsari kulchas and other Punjabi delicacies.

Station Address

Prayag Station Road, Karanpur, Allen Ganj, Prayagraj - 211 002
State: Uttar Pradesh
Elevation: 91 m above sea level
Type: Junction   Category: NSG-4
Zone: NR/Northern   Division: Lucknow Charbagh NR
PRG/Prayag Junction is in Recent News
Number of Platforms: 3
Number of Halting Trains: 49
Number of Originating Trains: 0
Number of Terminating Trains: 0
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Rating: 3.5/5 (86 votes)
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DRGJ/Daraganj 3 km     PYG/Prayag Ghat Terminus 3 km     PYGS/Prayagraj Sangam 3 km     ALY/Allahabad City 6 km     PRYJ/Prayagraj Junction (Allahabad) 6 km     ALD/Allahabad 6 km     PFM/Phaphamau Junction 6 km     PRRB/Prayagraj Rambag 6 km     SFG/Subedarganj (Prayagraj) 10 km     SPGL/Sarai Gopal 11 km    
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Yesterday (19:38) DRM Inspects Stations, Assures Completion of Maha Kumbh Preparations by November
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Sep 28 2024 (19:38)
Station Tag: Prayagraj Sangam/PYGS added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Sep 28 2024 (19:38)
Station Tag: Phaphamau Junction/PFM added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Sep 28 2024 (19:38)
Station Tag: Prayag Junction/PRG added by Exynos9611~/2099623
नवंबर तक पूरे हो जाएंगे उत्तर रेलवे के सभी कार्य : डीआरएम

The DRM of Lucknow conducted an inspection of ongoing works at Prayag, Prayagraj Sangam, and Fafamau stations on Friday to accelerate preparations for the Maha Kumbh. He stated that some works would be completed by October, while the remaining would be finished by November. All nine stations in the city are...
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being prepared for the Maha Kumbh. The DRM, S.M. Sharma, inspected the underpass construction near Annie Besant School on Friday morning. He then visited the Sangam station to assess preparations, stating that the station will be closed during the main bathing festivals. During this period, passengers can access trains from Prayag. Walls are being constructed on both sides of the railway track from Sangam to Prayag.

Maha Kumbh ki taiyariyon mein tezi laane ke liye aur samay par kaam pura karane ke liye Lucknow ke DRM ne Shukravaar ko Prayag, Prayagraj Sangam aur Fafamau station par ho rahe kaam ka nirdeshan kiya. Unhone kaha ki kuchh kaam October tak pure ho jaayenge, jabki bache hue kaam November...
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tak har haal mein pure ho jaayenge. Shahar ke saare nau stations ko Maha Kumbh ke liye taiyaar kiya ja raha hai. DRM S.M. Sharma ne Shukravaar subah Annie Besant School ke paas liye gaye block ka nirdeshan kiya. Yahaan underpass ban raha hai. Iske baad unhone Sangam station par taiyaari ka jaayja liya. Bataya ki mukhya snaan parvo ke din yeh station band rahega. Us dauran yaatriyon ko Prayag se train milengi. Sangam se Prayag tak rail track ke dono taraf diwaar banayi ja rahi hai.
Yesterday (12:04) Wall to be built at Prayagraj Junction to Control Crowds during Kumbh and Magh Melas
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Sep 28 2024 (13:59)
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Sep 28 2024 (13:59)
Station Tag: Lucknow Charbagh NR/LKO removed by EachOne PlantOne CNB/622971

Sep 28 2024 (12:04)
Station Tag: Lucknow Charbagh NR/LKO added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 28 2024 (12:04)
Station Tag: Prayag Junction/PRG added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 28 2024 (12:04)
Station Tag: Prayagraj Sangam/PYGS added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
प्रयाग से प्रयागराज संगम तक बनेगी दीवार

To manage the crowds during the Kumbh and Magh Melas in Prayagraj, a wall will be constructed between Prayagraj Junction and Prayagraj Sangam. This is to prevent people from entering the tracks. The decision comes after the 2013 stampede at Prayagraj Junction, which resulted in the restriction of entry from the...
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Civil Lines side. This has led to increased crowds at the station, prompting the construction of the wall to ensure controlled entry and exit points.

Prayagraj Junction pe Kumbh aur Magh Mela ke time aane wali bheed ko control karne ke liye Prayagraj Junction se Prayagraj Sangam ke beech mein ek diwar banai jaayegi. Isse beech raaste mein log track pe nahin aa payenge. DRM Lucknow Mandal, SM Sharma ne bataya ki beech ke raaste se...
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log nahin aa payenge. Prayagraj Junction pe sirf decide kiye gaye entrance aur exit dwars se log aa ja payenge. Actually, 2013 ke Kumbh mein stampede hone ke baad Prayagraj Junction pe Civil Lines side se entry band kar di gayi hai. Tab se Prayagraj Junction pe bheed zyada hoti hai. Isko dekhte hue yeh decision liya ja raha hai.
Yesterday (12:02) Prayagraj Sangam Station to Remain Open During Kumbh Mela 2025, Closure Only on Main Bathing Days
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Sep 28 2024 (12:02)
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Sep 28 2024 (12:02)
Station Tag: Prayagraj Sangam/PYGS added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
तीन दिन के लिए बंद होगा प्रयागराज संगम

The Prayagraj Sangam railway station will not be closed daily during the Kumbh Mela 2025. The station will be closed as needed, based on the requirements of the Mela administration. The DRM Lucknow Division, S.M. Sharma, inspected the station and gave instructions for some improvements. Officials stated that the Prayagraj Sangam...
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station may be closed for two to three days before and after the main bathing days. The final decision will be based on the administration's opinion. Passengers can use Prayagraj Junction station during this time, or they can cancel their tickets and get a refund.

Prayagraj Sangam railway station har din band nahi rahega Kumbh Mela 2025 ke doran. Mela administration ki jarurat ke hisaab se station ko band kiya jayega. DRM Lucknow Division, S.M. Sharma, ne Prayagraj Sangam ka kaam dekha aur kuchh sudhar ke nirdhesh diye. Adhikari ne bataya ki Prayagraj Sangam ko main...
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snan parvo ke do se teen din pehle aur baad tak band rakha ja sakta hai. Is par administration ki raay ke anusaar kaam kiya jayega. Unhone kaha ki log is doran Prayagraj Junction se train pakad sakte hain ya fir apna ticket cancel karaake kiraya vapas le sakte hain.
Sep 27 (22:42) Underpass Completed Near Annie Besant in Prayagraj, Aiming to Close Railway Crossing
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Sep 27 2024 (22:42)
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Sep 27 2024 (22:42)
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Stations:  Prayag Junction/PRG   Daraganj/DRGJ  
एनी बेसेंट अंडरपास का रेलवे का काम पूरा

A significant milestone has been achieved in Prayagraj, with the completion of the underpass near Annie Besant on the North Railway line. This underpass is aimed at closing the railway crossing, eliminating traffic congestion in the area. The pre-cast structure was installed in a 12-hour block, with constant supervision by railway...
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engineers and the DRM. The underpass is expected to be operational within a month, once the approach roads are built. Its completion is expected to alleviate traffic jams between Chhota Baghada, Salori, and Daraganj Baksi Bandh, areas previously impacted by the railway crossing.

Prayagraj me railway crossing ko band karne ke liye ek bada success Friday ko mila hai. North Railway line pe Annie Besant ke paas underpass ka kaam pura ho gaya hai. 12 ghanta se zyada ke block me railway ne pre-cast structure laga diya. Is during me railway ke four engineers...
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har waqt khade rahe aur DRM SM Sharma ne bhi is pe nazar rakhi. Dopahar baad kaam pura hua. Ab umeed hai ki ek mahine me is raste se aavagaman sucharu ho jaayega. Annie Besant railway crossing ko band karne ke liye underpass banane ka kaam lambe samay se chal raha tha. Lagbhag ek saal baad is kaam ko pura kiya gaya hai. Is underpass ke ban jaane ke baad Chhota Baghada, Salori aur Daraganj Baksi Bandh ke beech lagne wala jam se nijat mil jaayegi. DRM SM Sharma ne bataya ki yaha pe approach road banane ka kaam ek mahine me pura ho jaayega.
Sep 27 (20:00) Uttar Railway Prepares for Kumbh Mela 2025 with Extensive Infrastructure Upgrades
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Sep 27 2024 (22:45)
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30 नवंबर तक प्रयाग जंक्शन पर पूरे होंगे सभी काम

The Uttar Railway Lucknow Division is preparing for the upcoming Kumbh Mela 2025, anticipating six to seven lakh pilgrims, three times more than the two lakh who attended the 2019 event. To manage the influx, 25 to 30 extra trains will be operated daily during the special bathing days. The...
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DRM has also confirmed that all railway crossings from Prayag Junction to Phaphamau will be closed before the Kumbh Mela begins. Several construction projects, including the Mazhar Tiraha ROB, the IERT ROB, and foot over bridges at Prayag Junction and Phaphamau, are nearing completion. The DRM expressed satisfaction with the accelerated pace of work in the last 15 days.

Uttar Railway Lucknow Division 2025 ke Kumbh Mela ke liye taiyaar hai, aur 6 se 7 lakh pilgrims ke aane ki ummed hai, jo ki 2019 ke 2 lakh se teen guna zyada hai. Is bhari bhid ko manage karne ke liye, special snan parvon ke din har roz 25 se...
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30 extra trains chalaye jayenge. DRM ne confirm kiya hai ki Kumbh Mela shuru hone se pehle Prayag Junction se Phaphamau tak sabhi railway crossings band kar diye jayenge. Mazhar Tiraha ROB, IERT ROB, aur Prayag Junction aur Phaphamau ke foot over bridges jaise kaafi construction projects poora hone wale hain. DRM ne last 15 dinon mein kaam ki tezi se khushi vyakt ki.
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