India’s railway network is a vast web of journeys, stories, and commerce, pulsating through its busiest stations. These hubs are not just transit points but the lifeblood of the country’s mobility. Here’s a brief of the top 10 bustling railway stations:
- Howrah Junction: Kolkata’s pride, Howrah stands as the nation’s busiest with a daily footfall of a million souls and 974 trains passing through its 23 platforms.
- New Delhi Station: The capital’s gateway, New Delhi sees half a million daily passengers and 931 trains making it a close second.
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus: Mumbai’s iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus marries heritage with hustle serving 636 thousand passengers with 1250 daily trains.
- Kanpur Central: At the heart of Uttar Pradesh Kanpur Central channels the flow of North India’s railway traffic.
- Sealdah Railway Station: Another Kolkata gem Sealdah buzzes with commuters and is a key suburban railway terminal.
- Patna Junction: Bihar’s busiest Patna Junction is a critical node in the East Central Railway zone.
- Vijayawada Junction: Andhra Pradesh’s Vijayawada station is pivotal for trains traversing the southeast coast.
- Allahabad Junction: Now Prayagraj Junction is a historic crossroads for pilgrims and passengers alike.
- Chennai Central: The cultural capital of the South that is Chennai Central is a gateway to the beaches and business of Tamil Nadu.
- Kalyan Junction: A suburban station of Mumbai’s Kalyan junction is essential for those journeying in and out of the city’s sprawl.
These stations are the strongest, moving millions and weaving the fabric of connectivity across this vast land of Indian Railways.
