India, April 9 -- The Lingaraj Temple Road railway station in Bhubaneswar is set to undergo a major facelift with several passenger-friendly facilities in the pipeline. The redevelopment plan includes the installation of a new lift, the construction of a foot overbridge, modern toilets, a cafeteria, a commercial complex, and an air-conditioned waiting hall for passengers.

Bhubaneswar MP Aparajita Sarangi, after reviewing the progress of the project on Tuesday, informed that the facilities will be inaugurated by October 31 this year, upon completion of renovation work.

As per sources, the total project cost is estimated at Rs 19.53 crore. The renovation includes the construction of a new G+2 station building over 765 square metres and r...