Indian Railways, which is the fourth largest rail network in the world, keeps changing its operation from time to time. Recently, the Railways have chosen some stations that have been closed forever. This decision has been taken on the basis of a huge decrease in the number of passengers, decline in earnings, security reasons and administrative needs. The main objective of this step is to make the operation of the railway more efficient and provide better facilities to the passengers.
Every year Indian Railways leads millions of passengers to their destination, but there are some stations where the number of passengers is very low or they are running financially. In such a situation, the railway administration decides to close these stations. In this article, we will tell you which 9 railway stations have been closed forever, what are the reasons behind it and the necessary information related to it.
Railway Stations Permanently Closed List – Station permanently closed by Railways
The list of stations closed by the Railways and the main information related to them is given below. This will let you know which stations have been affected and what are the reasons for their closure.
| Acquaintance | Description |
| Decision purpose | Improvement in operations, shutting down deficit stations |
| Closed stations | 9 major stations (see list below) |
| The main reason for closure | Low passenger number, fall in earnings, security reasons |
| When was the decision taken | In 2025 |
| Are all big stations closed | No, only low -use stations |
| Impact on passengers | Alternative stations available on affected routes |
| Is it temporary | No, permanent prisoner |
| plan ahead | Improvement in operation and better facility for passengers |
9 stations permanently closed by Railways – Full list
The list and reasons for the recent 9 railway stations which have been permanently closed by Indian Railways are given below:
| Station name | Closure |
| Prevention | Mob management, safety reasons |
| Kalyanpur station (kanpur) | Shortage of passengers |
| Rawatpur Station (Kanpur) | Low revenue |
| Wangle Station (Tamil Nadu) | Number of passengers very low |
| Dhanushkodi station | Natural disaster (cyclone) |
| Ernakulam Term | Difficulty in operation, less passengers |
| Lekhapani station | Border area, low use |
| Lying station | Passenger use huge reduction |
| Nashipur Road Station | Financially non-profit |
What are the reasons behind closing railway stations?
The railway administration takes care of many things before closing any station. From the points given below you can understand for which reasons stations are closed:
- Low passenger number: If a station has less than 25 passengers (branch lines) or less than 50 passengers (main line), it can be closed.
- Economic deficit: It is practical to close stations that do not have enough money to earn enough.
- Safety Reasons: Station is sometimes closed for security or mob management.
- Natural disaster: such as Dhanushkodi station, which was destroyed after a cyclone.
- Administrative decision: Difficulty in operation or expensive maintenance can also be a reason.
Prayagraj Sangam Station: Maha Kumbh Impact
Prayagraj Sangam station was closed for huge crowd and security reasons during the Mahakumbh Mela. This station was closest to the Mahakumbh site and it was considered necessary to close it for mob management. However, this captive was temporary, but the idea of shutting down it permanently in the future is also going on.
- Period of closure: 17 February 2025 – 28 February 2025
- Reason: mob management, recently stampede at Delhi station
- Other open stations: Prayagraj Junction, Prayagraj Chivki, Naini, etc.
Two stations of Kanpur: Kalyanpur and Rawatpur
Both these stations were discontinued due to shortage of passengers and low revenue. There used to be less than 50 passengers daily, causing losses to the railway.
- Daily passenger number: less than 50
- Revenue: Very low
Station of South India: Wangle, Ernakulam Terminus and Padi
- Vangal Station (Tamil Nadu): This station on the Salem-Karur line was closed due to lack of passengers.
- Eernakulam Terminus (Kerala): Close due to difficulty in operation and lack of passengers.
- Padi Station: Close due to huge decrease in passenger use.
Other major closed stations
- Dhanushkodi Station: This station was destroyed after the cyclone in 1964 and has been closed since.
- Lekhapani Station: This station located in the border area was closed due to low use.
- Nashipur Road Station: This station was financially non-profit.
Railway station closure process
Indian Railways adopts a fixed process before closing any station. This includes the following stages:
- Analysis of passenger data: It is seen how many passengers are using the station daily.
- Revenue Report: Station earnings are analyzed.
- Consulting the local administration: The opinion of the local administration is taken.
- Approval of Railway Ministry: The final decision is taken by the Ministry of Railways.
Passengers impact due to railway station closure
- Passengers will now have to use the nearest alternative station.
- The operation of trains has been changed in the routes on which the stations have been closed.
- Railways have arranged special trains or alternative routes for the convenience of passengers.
Benefits of closing the station by railway
- Improvement in operation and reduction in cost.
- Better and safe feature for passengers.
- Save expenditure on non-profit stations.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Q1. Are all the big stations closed?
No, only low use and deficit stations have been closed. Big stations like New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Howrah etc. are always on.
Q2. Can it start re -operations at closed stations?
If the passenger number increases or administrative needs in future, the railway can start operations again, but currently these stations are permanently closed.
Q3. Is there an alternative arrangement for passengers?
Yes, the Railways has arranged nearest stations and special trains so that the passengers do not face any problem.
Q4. Is this decision applicable in all states?
This decision is applicable throughout the country, but only at the stations where passengers are less or other reasons.
Further scheme of Indian Railways
- Railways is continuously restructuring its network.
- New projects are being started for better convenience and security at crowded stations.
- In future, further improvements will be made for the convenience of passengers.
conclusion
This decision of Indian Railways has been taken to improve operations and protect the passengers. The stations that have been closed were very few passengers or they were economically incurred in losses. The main objective of the Railways is to provide better facilities to the passengers and use their resources correctly. If your station is on this list, you have to use the nearest alternative station.
Disclaimer:
This information has recently gone viral on social media and many news portals that Indian Railways has closed 9 major stations forever. However, no official confirmation has been made by the Railways to close all major stations. Some stations have been temporarily closed or operations have been changed, but confirm the reports of permanent closure from the official website or press release of the railway. Please check the official information of the railway before any journey.
