Railways Ministry nod sought for ₹422 crore Mysuru railway station upgrade - The HinduUpdated - June 02, 2026 10:51 pm IST - MYSURUAn artist's impression of the aerial view of the Mysuru railway station following the station redevelopment project. | Photo Credit: Special ArrangementThe long-awaited ₹422-crore redevelopment of the Mysuru railway station, including a proposed third entry terminal, moved a step closer to reality on Monday with Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, Mysuru MP, urging the Ministry of Railways to accord immediate administrative and financial approval for the project.During a meeting with Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in New Delhi, Mr. Wadiyar pressed for expeditious clearance of the station upgrade plan and also sought the extension of the proposed Chennai high-speed rail corridor to Mysuru.In a memorandum submitted to the Minister, the MP said Mysuru’s growing stature as a cultural, educational, tourism, and economic hub has led to a steady rise in passenger traffic, necessitating major investments in railway infrastructure.Mr. Wadiyar noted that the architectural design and planning processes for the station redevelopment project have already been completed following consultations with railway officials and architects, as directed by the Minister earlier. He urged the Railways Ministry to expedite approvals and commence work at the earliest.The proposed redevelopment, which includes a third entry terminal, is expected to improve passenger amenities, decongest existing access points, and strengthen multimodal connectivity around the station. The project is also aimed at enhancing station accessibility.Priority for MysuruSeeking a larger role for Mysuru in future rail infrastructure planning, Mr. Wadiyar urged the Ministry to include the city in feasibility studies and long-term plans for high-speed rail projects.He said extending the proposed Chennai–Bengaluru high-speed rail corridor to Mysuru would strengthen economic integration between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu while boosting tourism, trade, investment, and employment opportunities.“A modern, high-speed and environmentally sustainable transport network would complement Mysuru’s expanding industrial and educational ecosystem and support the city’s long-term growth aspirations,” he said.Expressing confidence in the twin proposals, the MP said the station redevelopment project and a future high-speed rail connection would serve as catalysts for regional economic growth.Published - June 02, 2026 09:07 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }