Howrah Junction New Platform Launched to Improve Train Operations

Good news for West Bengal passengers: Howrah Junction has started platform number 24 from Monday (27 July). This new service is supposed to handle the 24-coach mail or express trains. It will handle the increased traffic and improve train management.

Everyone knows that Howrah Railway Station is one of the busiest railway stations in India. Therefore, a new service from 27 July will ease congestion and improve train management for smooth operations.

Platform Number 24 at Howrah Railway Station

Howrah Railway Station has been serving for many decades and has become highly popular among train travelers. Multiple expansions have already been made for improved passenger management.

The latest expansion includes increased service at Howrah Junction with Platform number 24 for long-distance trains. This increased facility will improve punctuality by following train schedules and enhancing passenger convenience.

Key Features of Howrah Junction New Platform

Platform number 24 at Howrah railway station has multiple features attracting passengers.

State: West Bengal
Station: Howrah Junction Railway Station
Platform Number: 24
Platform Length: 635 meters
Operations: Long-distance trains
Accommodation: 24-coach mail or express train
Cost of Preparation: 2.69 crore
Launch Date: 27 July (Monday)

Platform Number 24 at New Complex

Howrah railway station has multiple platforms. Therefore, passengers may need to know that it is separated by the old and new complexes.

The old complex (Terminal I) includes platform numbers 1 to 15.
The new complex (Terminal II) includes platform numbers 17 to 24.

Previously, the new complex had platform numbers 17 to 23 only. The addition is part of a new complex (Terminal II), improving passenger convenience and train management.

So, passengers need to check PNR status before reaching the station. It helps to find the ticket status and expected platform number to avoid the last-minute chaos.

Also Read: Complete Guide to Howrah Station: Platforms, Trains and Facilities

Eastern Railway at Howrah Junction New Platform

According to Eastern Railway (ER), commissioning of platform number 24 will open for passengers from 05:00 hrs and beyond. So, passengers must follow the Public Address System of the station.
During the completion period, several trains originated and terminated at Shalimar or Santragachi instead of Howrah for smooth operations.
Howrah Station’s New Platform 24 will allow faster arrival/departure, improving train punctuality and offering enhanced operation flexibility.
The project cost 2.69 Cr for construction to form a 635-meter platform to operate 24-coach long-distance Express/Mail services.