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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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Number of Platforms: 6
Number of Halting Trains: 178
Number of Originating Trains: 18
Number of Terminating Trains: 18
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Today (22:49) North Central Railway to Operate 524 Special Trains During Festive Season
Entry# 6204897   
  Past Edits
Sep 29 2024 (22:49)
Station Tag: Agra Cantt./AGC added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 29 2024 (22:49)
Station Tag: VGL Jhansi Junction/VGLJ added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 29 2024 (22:49)
Station Tag: Prayagraj Junction (Allahabad)/PRYJ added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
335 अतिरिक्त फेरे, त्योहारों पर कीजिए ट्रेनों से सफर

The North Central Railway (NCR) will operate 524 special trains from October 1st to November 30th to accommodate the expected surge in passenger travel during the festive season. This represents an increase of 335 trips compared to the previous year. The decision comes in anticipation of heavy passenger traffic during Durga...
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Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja. Regular trains like the Prayagraj Express, Humsafar, Netaji Express, North East Express, and Rewanchal Express to Delhi are already full. The NCR zone will operate these special trains from its three divisions - Prayagraj, Agra, and Jhansi. Railway officials claim that seats are currently available on these special trains and the 2242 trains passing through the NCR zone. The list of special trains is being updated regularly and passengers can book tickets after checking seat availability.

Festive season mein passengers ko comfortable journey karwane ke liye North Central Railway special trains chalayega. 1 October se 30 November tak NCR zone se shuru hone wali trains ke 524 extra ferron ka operation karega, jo ki pichle saal is period mein 189 ferron se 335 ferron zyada hai. Durga...
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Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja ke mauke pe trains mein passengers ki bahut rush hoti hai. Regular trains jaise ki Prayagraj Express, Humsafar, Netaji Express, North East Express, aur Rewanchal Express Delhi ke liye already full ho chuke hai. Isliye Railway passengers ke liye special trains chalaya ja raha hai. North Central Railway ke teen Prayagraj, Agra, aur Jhansi mandalon se total 524 special trains ke ferron ka operation karega. Railway officials ka claim hai ki sabhi trains mein abhi seats available hai. Is duration mein 2242 trains aise hain jo NCR zone se pass honge. Inmein bhi seats available hai. North Central Railway ke senior PRO Dr. Amit Malviya ka kehna hai ki special trains ki list time-time pe release ki jaayegi. Passengers ismein seats dekhkar ticket book karwa sakte hain.
Today (19:27) Jodhpur to be Connected by Vande Bharat Express
Entry# 6204725   
  Past Edits
Sep 29 2024 (19:27)
Station Tag: Sawai Madhopur Junction/SWM added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Sep 29 2024 (19:27)
Station Tag: Agra Cantt./AGC added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Sep 29 2024 (19:27)
Station Tag: Jodhpur/JU added by Exynos9611~/2099623
Rajasthan News : जोधपुर से आगरा के लिए जल्द शुरू होगी सेमी हाई स्पीड वंदे भारत ट्रेन- जानिए क्या रहेगा रूट

Rajasthan is gradually connecting its major cities with Vande Bharat Express, a semi high-speed train. After Jaipur, Udaipur and Kota, Jodhpur is now set to be included in this network. The Vande Bharat Express will now run between Jodhpur and Agra.

Rajasthan ke bade shahar ek-ek karke semi high-speed train Vande Bharat se judne shuru ho gaye hain. Jaipur, Udaipur aur Kota ke baad ab Jodhpur bhi Vande Bharat se judne ja raha hai. Semi high-speed train Vande Bharat ab Jodhpur se Agra ke liye daudegi.
Today (19:27) Train Cancellations and Delays at Dholpur Station Due to Electronic Interlocking
Entry# 6204724   
  Past Edits
Sep 29 2024 (19:27)
Station Tag: VGL Jhansi Junction/VGLJ added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Sep 29 2024 (19:27)
Station Tag: Agra Cantt./AGC added by Exynos9611~/2099623
ध्यान दें: इस रूट पर झांसी का सफर हुआ मुश्किल, चार ट्रेनें हुईं निरस्त...आठ को रोका जाएगा; देखें सूची

Due to the implementation of electronic interlocking at Dholpur station, four trains operating between Agra Cantt and Veerangana Lakshmibai Jhansi will be canceled on September 30th. Additionally, eight trains will be stopped and held at Dholpur station.

Dholpur station pe electronic interlocking lagne ki wajah se, 30 September ko Agra Cantt aur Veerangana Lakshmibai Jhansi ke beech chalne wali chaar trains cancel ho jayengi. Iske alawa, aath trains ko Dholpur station pe rok kar guzara jayega.
Yesterday (09:34) Indian Railways Adds Extra Coaches to 20 Train Pairs, Cancels Durg-Nizamuddin Express Due to Track Work
Entry# 6203527   
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Sep 28 2024 (09:34)
Station Tag: Birsinghpur/BRS added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 28 2024 (09:34)
Station Tag: Katni Junction/KTE added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 28 2024 (09:34)
Station Tag: Shahdol/SDL added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 28 2024 (09:34)
Station Tag: Bilaspur Junction/BSP added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 28 2024 (09:34)
Station Tag: Agra Fort/AF added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 28 2024 (09:34)
Station Tag: Agra Cantt./AGC added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
कोलकाता, उदयपुर, अजमेर का सफर आसान, त्योहारों से पहले रेलवे ने डेढ़ दर्जन ट्रेनों में बढ़ाए 26 कोच

Indian Railways has announced the addition of extra coaches to 20 pairs of trains to improve passenger convenience. This includes adding a second AC coach and a third AC coach to the Bikaner-Kolkata-Bikaner Express from October 3rd to November 1st, a general coach to the Udaipur City-Khajuraho-Udaipur City Express from October...
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1st to November 2nd, a third AC coach to the Jodhpur-Varanasi City-Jodhpur Express from October 1st to November 1st, two general coaches to the Ajmer-Agra Fort-Ajmer Express from October 1st to 31st, and a third AC Economy coach to the Ajmer-Sealdah-Ajmer Express from October 1st to November 1st. Additionally, the Durg-Hazarat Nizamuddin Express is canceled on October 4th, 8th, and 11th, and the Hazarat Nizamuddin-Durg Express is canceled on October 5th, 10th, and 12th due to track work being done on the Shahdol-New Katni Junction section of the Bilaspur division. Full refunds will be provided to passengers with reservations on the canceled trains.

Indian Railways ne yaatriyon ki suvidha ke liye 20 pair of trains mein extra coaches add karne ka aelan kiya hai. Isme Bikaner-Kolkata-Bikaner Express mein October 3rd se November 1st tak ek second AC coach aur ek third AC coach, Udaipur City-Khajuraho-Udaipur City Express mein October 1st se November 2nd tak...
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ek general coach, Jodhpur-Varanasi City-Jodhpur Express mein October 1st se November 1st tak ek third AC coach, Ajmer-Agra Fort-Ajmer Express mein October 1st se 31st tak do general coaches, aur Ajmer-Sealdah-Ajmer Express mein October 1st se November 1st tak ek third AC Economy coach add kiya gaya hai. Iske alawa, Durg-Hazarat Nizamuddin Express ko October 4th, 8th, aur 11th ko cancel kar diya gaya hai, aur Hazarat Nizamuddin-Durg Express ko October 5th, 10th, aur 12th ko cancel kar diya gaya hai kyonki Bilaspur division ke Shahdol-New Katni Junction section mein track work kiya ja raha hai. Cancel ki gayi trains mein reservation karne wale yaatriyon ko full refund diya jaayega.
Sep 27 (12:10) Uttar Pradesh Sees Record Surge in Domestic and International Tourism in 2024
Entry# 6202628   
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Sep 27 2024 (12:10)
Station Tag: Varanasi Junction/BSB added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 27 2024 (12:10)
Station Tag: Mathura Junction/MTJ added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 27 2024 (12:10)
Station Tag: Prayagraj Junction (Allahabad)/PRYJ added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 27 2024 (12:10)
Station Tag: Agra Cantt./AGC added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 27 2024 (12:10)
Station Tag: Ayodhya Dham Junction/AY added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
UP Tourism: यूपी में बढ़ा घरेलू और विदेशी पर्यटन, अयोध्या ने सबको पीछे छोड़ा

Uttar Pradesh has witnessed a significant surge in both domestic and international tourism in the first half of 2024. Domestic tourist arrivals increased by 60% compared to the same period in 2023, reaching 32.28 crore. International tourist arrivals also saw a 40% rise, reaching 10.36 lakh. Ayodhya, fueled by...
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the inauguration of the Ram Temple, saw a record number of visitors (10.99 crore) in the first six months of 2024, exceeding the entire year's figures for other cities in UP. Agra, with 7.03 lakh international tourists, remains a popular destination. The state government is focusing on promoting religious tourism, adventure tourism, and rural tourism, and is developing world-class tourism infrastructure. The growth in tourism is attributed to improved connectivity and new train routes, like the Vande Bharat Express, making travel planning more efficient.

Uttar Pradesh mein domestic aur international tourism mein bada badlaav aaya hai. 2024 ke pehle 6 mahino mein, domestic tourists ki sankhya 60% badhkar 32.28 crore ho gayi, aur international tourists 40% badhkar 10.36 lakh ho gaye. Ram Mandir ke inauguration ke baad Ayodhya mein bahut saare log aaye - pehle...
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6 mahino mein 10.99 crore, UP ke aur cities ke poora saal ke aankde se zyada. Agra mein 7.03 lakh international tourists aaye, yeh popular destination ban gaya hai. State government religious tourism, adventure tourism aur rural tourism ko promote kar raha hai, aur world-class facilities banaya ja raha hai. Tourism mein badlaav improved connectivity aur Vande Bharat Express jaise train routes ki wajah se aaya hai.
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