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A look at 10 biggest railway stations in India with highest number of platforms, see images

Published on: January 21, 2025 12:54 IST
Howrah Junction (West Bengal): With a staggering 23 platforms, Howrah Junction is the largest railway station in India in terms of the number of platforms. It serves as a gateway to Kolkata and sees an enormous daily footfall, connecting major cities across the country.
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Howrah Junction (West Bengal): With a staggering 23 platforms, Howrah Junction is the largest railway station in India in terms of the number of platforms. It serves as a gateway to Kolkata and sees an enormous daily footfall, connecting major cities across the country.
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Sealdah Railway Station (West Bengal): Sealdah, another iconic station in Kolkata, boasts 21 platforms. Known for handling a high volume of suburban and long-distance trains, it plays a crucial role in the daily lives of millions.
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (Maharashtra): It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site which features 18 platforms. The station is an architectural marvel blending Victorian Gothic Revival and Indian styles.
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New Delhi Railway Station: It has a total of 16 platforms which makes it one of the busiest railway hubs in the country. It’s strategically located and handles a mix of long-distance and suburban traffic.
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Chennai Central (Tamil Nadu): It's a landmark in South India which features a total of 15 platforms. The station is known for its red-brick facade and iconic clock tower.
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Secunderabad Junction (Telangana): It is a prominent station in South-Central India that houses 13 platforms. It connects key cities in Telangana and neighbouring states.
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Gorakhpur Junction (UP): It has 12 platforms to manage the high volume of passenger and freight traffic. It is also the world’s second-longest platform after Hubballi Junction railway station. The Gorakhpur Junction offers Class A+ railway station facilities.
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Kanpur Central (UP): It has a total of 10 railway platforms. It is considered one of the busiest stations in Northern India and also a critical link for trains on the Delhi-Kolkata route. It is the third busiest railway station in the country after Howrah Jn and New Delhi railway station.
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Vijayawada Junction (Andhra Pradesh): It has a total of 10 platforms. It is a key station in South India and known for its efficiency. It is the fourth busiest railway station in the country after Howrah Junction, Kanpur Central and New Delhi. The station serves about 1.40 lakh passengers, over 200 express and 170 freight trains every day.
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Patna Junction (Bihar). It has a total of 10 platforms and is considered as a crucial hub in Eastern India. It also connects the state capital to major cities across the country. Patna lies between New Delhi and Kolkata which is one of the busiest rail routes in India. Patna Junction is one of the busiest railway stations in the country.