Khatu Shyam railway project in Rajasthan: The Ministry of Railways has set a target to begin construction of the proposed Khatu Shyam Ji Sundarpura railway station next year. The project aims to improve rail connectivity for lakhs of devotees visiting the Khatu Shyam Ji temple in Rajasthan.Last month, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the construction of the new railway station during his visit to the state. The station will fall under the administrative control of the Jaipur Division of the North Western Railway (NWR) zone.Speaking to Indianexpress.com, Amit Sudarshan, Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of North Western Railway (NWR), said: “Construction of the proposed Khatu Shyam Ji Sundarpura station will begin within the next eight to nine months. Initially, the station will be developed as a halt station and will later be upgraded.”Also Read | India’s second Vande Bharat Sleeper train reaches Bengaluru: Route, features, launch detailsKhatu Shyam Ji nearest stationPresently, the nearest railway station to the Khatu Shyam Ji temple is Ringas, located around 17 km away by road. The proposed Khatu Shyam Ji Sundarpura railway station, however, will be situated approximately 12.3 km from the temple, reducing travel distance and offering more convenient rail access for devotees.Khatu Shyam Ji Sundarpura station: Cost, design, facilitiesThe proposed Khatu Shyam Ji Sundarpura railway station will be built at an estimated cost of Rs 20 crore. It will be developed on the Sikar-Ringas rail section between Palsana and Bawadi Thikaria stations.“The station is being planned in conjunction with the approved Sikar-Ringas doubling project to ensure that future passenger demand and traffic requirements are adequately addressed,” the CPRO said. He added that the station building will be designed in Rajasthan’s traditional architectural style, reflecting the state’s rich cultural heritage.The station will be equipped with modern passenger amenities, including a booking office, waiting halls, toilets and other essential facilities.Story continues below this adSignificance of Khatu Shyam Ji Sundarpura stationOnce developed, the Khatu Shyam Ji Sundarpura railway station is expected to reduce the road journey for passengers travelling to the temple. It is also likely to strengthen tourism and regional connectivity in Rajasthan.9 new railway stations planned to boost Khatu Shyam Ji temple connectivityThe national transporter also plans to develop nine new railway stations under the proposed Khatu Shyam Ji-Salasar-Sujangarh rail line project to improve train connectivity in the region.These nine railway stations are:Khatu Shyam JiMadniPalsanaRashidpur KhoriHapasSolaSalasar BalajiLodhasarSujangarhAlso Read | Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train: How India’s first high-speed rail project could transform the regional economyThe Railway Board approved the Final Location Survey (FLS) for the project in 2024. “Following detailed investigations and technical evaluation, the final alignment has been approved. Drone surveys and site feasibility studies have also been completed in accordance with the approved alignment,” the zonal railway said.Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More