'No More Searching for Rides Outside': Ahmedabad and Sabarmati Railway Stations Get Travellers’ Lounges for Taxi and Bike Bookings
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Passengers arriving at Ahmedabad and Sabarmati railway stations can now book taxis and bikes on-site, with dedicated waiting areas and assistance available for onward travel.
The new travellers’ lounges aim to simplify the journey from railway stations to homes, offices and other destinations, reducing the need for passengers to leave station premises to find transport.
The facility is expected to benefit late-night arrivals, families travelling with children, elderly passengers and those carrying heavy luggage. Railway authorities also plan to extend the service to Maninagar, Vatva and Asarva stations in the coming days.
How Passengers Can Book Rides
Passengers can visit the travellers’ lounge at either station to seek assistance with vehicle bookings. Those using ride-hailing services can enter their destination in the relevant company’s app, check available vehicles and compare the displayed fares before selecting a ride.
On-ground staff will help passengers who need assistance using the apps or navigating the booking process.
The designated booking area is intended to make it easier for passengers to find transport after arriving by train, particularly during busy periods or late at night.
Key Benefits for Railway Passengers
The facility offers passengers a designated point to seek transport and booking assistance instead of searching for taxis, auto-rickshaws or bikes outside the station.
Passengers can compare available vehicles and displayed fares through the relevant apps before booking. However, the final fare may vary depending on demand, distance and other factors.
The waiting area and on-ground assistance could also make onward travel more convenient for families, elderly passengers and those travelling with substantial luggage.
Sabarmati Station Gets Dedicated Waiting Facilities
Sabarmati railway station has also introduced a travellers’ lounge with vehicle connectivity, a dedicated waiting area and on-ground assistance.
The initiative seeks to improve the connection between rail travel and local transport, allowing passengers to arrange their onward journeys from a designated location within the station.
The planned expansion to Maninagar, Vatva and Asarva would extend the facility to more railway stations across Ahmedabad.
Sabarmati Station Planned as a Green Building
Alongside passenger convenience measures, Sabarmati railway station is slated for further environmental improvements.
Plans include developing the station as a green building targeting a Gold rating from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC). A proposed solar power plant with a capacity of 1,300 kilowatts is also planned within the station premises.
The proposed measures aim to encourage the use of solar energy in railway operations while supporting the station’s broader development plans.
