Ajni Railway Station Redevelopment: 7 Platforms, Metro Link & Timeline (2026)
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Ajni, the quieter railway station just south of Nagpur Junction, is in the middle of its biggest makeover yet. The Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) is rebuilding it into a modern satellite terminal for Nagpur, with more platforms, two new station buildings, a giant elevated concourse and a direct link to Nagpur Metro. Here is what is being built, where the work stands, and what it means for travellers, based on official statements and local reports.
What Is the Ajni Railway Station Redevelopment?
The project is being carried out by RLDA under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Central Railway officials have put the cost at about ₹298 crore (some reports cite ₹289–297 crore). The aim is to turn Ajni into a second major terminal so that some trains can start or end here instead of at the crowded Nagpur Junction.
Key Features at a Glance
- Platforms: from 3 to 7, with four new platforms being added
- East side: a new G+3 station building, now nearing completion, with its ground-floor ticket counter done
- West side: a new station building integrated with Congress Nagar Metro Station
- Elevated concourse: a 72-metre-wide air-conditioned concourse spanning all platforms, for waiting and moving between them
- Movement: 3 foot over bridges, 21 lifts and 17 escalators
- Staff housing: two residential towers with 28 railway quarters, already completed
Where Does the Work Stand Now?
According to RLDA Chief Project Officer Pawan Kumar Patil, the first foundation level of the concourse is complete and slab and roof work is in progress, with heavy steel girders already placed above the tracks. Trains continue to run from the western side, on platforms 1 and 2, while construction goes on.
Some girder work on the western side is waiting for the road underbridge in front of the station to be finished. The official completion target was revised to October 2026. As of now, the full project has not been declared complete and no new date has been announced, so final timelines may slip.
Why Ajni Matters for Nagpur
Nagpur Junction is itself being rebuilt (about ₹488 crore, target March 2027), and it is one of the busiest junctions in central India. A bigger Ajni takes pressure off it. Railway planning suggests trains towards Ballarshah and Badnera are likely to start or end at Ajni once the new platforms are in use, and officials have said new trains could also be introduced from here.
The metro link is the other big win. With the western building tied into Congress Nagar Metro Station, passengers should be able to move between rail and metro without stepping onto the road.
What Travellers Should Know Today
- Expect construction zones and changed walking routes around the station.
- Services currently operate mainly from platforms 1 and 2 on the western side.
- Check your platform on the NTES app or station displays before you arrive, as arrangements can change during works.
Sources: Nagpur Today, The Times of India, Indian Infrastructure, Nagpur Today (timeline)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of Ajni railway station redevelopment?
Central Railway officials have put it at about ₹298 crore, with some reports citing ₹289–297 crore. The work is being done by the Rail Land Development Authority.
How many platforms will Ajni station have?
Seven. The station currently has three operational platforms, and four new ones are being added.
When will Ajni station redevelopment be completed?
The official target was revised to October 2026. The project has not yet been declared complete, and no new date has been announced.
Will Ajni station connect to Nagpur Metro?
Yes. The new western station building is being built as an integrated facility with Congress Nagar Metro Station.
Which trains will start from Ajni?
Railway planning indicates trains towards Ballarshah and Badnera are likely to start or end at Ajni once the new platforms open. The final list has not been announced.
What facilities will the new Ajni station have?
New G+3 east and west station buildings, a 72-metre-wide air-conditioned elevated concourse, 3 foot over bridges, 21 lifts and 17 escalators.
Is Ajni station open during construction?
Yes. Trains continue to run, mainly from platforms 1 and 2 on the western side, while work goes on.
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