Kalyan, Howrah among 103 heritage stations to host ‘Station Mahotsav’

To celebrate Indian Railways' 173-year history, the Railway Board has chosen to honor 103 heritage stations across the country as the Station Mahotsav. This event will take place between August and November, with the aim of showcasing the unique local history and culture of these British-era stations. Out of the 103 heritage stations, 72 were built in the 19th century and 31 in the 20th century.

Kalyan in Maharashtra and Howrah in West Bengal, both established in 1854, are among the oldest stations. Other historic stations include Bally and Bardhaman in West Bengal, Khopoli and Serampore in Maharashtra, Chandannagar in 1857, Lonavala and Hoogly in 1858, and Old Delhi Railway station, which was established in 1867. The list also includes newer stations from the 1930s such as Thiruvannathapuram in Kerala, Malgudi (Arasalu) in Karnataka, Phulad and Khambli Ghat in Rajasthan, Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab, Lucknow Charbagh in Uttar Pradesh, Pune in Maharashtra, and Kakori in Uttar Pradesh.

Indian Railways currently has approximately 8000 stations and halts nationwide, with Central Railway leading the list with 15 heritage stations, followed by Northern Railway and Southern Railway with 14 and 13 stations respectively.