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Daijiworld Media Network – Udupi (JP)

Udupi, Aug 16: Udupi railway station has taken a significant step forward in enhancing passenger amenities with the inauguration of a state-of-the-art executive lounge. The lounge was officially opened today by chief guest Kota Srinivas Poojary, member of parliament, Udupi-Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka. The event was further enriched by the presence of guest of honour Yashpal Anand Suvarna, MLA, Udupi.

The inauguration saw attendance from several dignitaries, including Santosh Kumar Jha, chairman & managing director of Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL); Balasaheb Nikam, regional railway manager, KRCL; Nagadath Rao, PCE Mumbai; B B Nikam; Dileep D Bhat, Sr RTM Maq; S K Bala, STM Mumbai; R D Gholab, DyCCM Mumbai; Sudha Krishnamurthy; and G D Meena, ATM Mangaluru. Their presence underscored the importance of this new facility in providing passengers with a modern and comfortable waiting area.

The executive lounge, designed to offer a relaxing and comfortable waiting experience, features a 24x7 café, ensuring that travelers have access to refreshments at all times. Additionally, ample charging facilities for mobile devices and laptops cater to the needs of today’s tech-savvy passengers.

This premium lounge is available at a nominal rate, starting at just Rs 50 per hour, making it an affordable luxury for all passengers. This initiative is a testament to Konkan Railway's ongoing commitment to enhancing passenger amenities and ensuring a superior travel experience.

Speaking at the event, MP Kota Srinivas Poojary emphasized the importance of such facilities in improving the overall travel experience for passengers, while MLA Yashpal Anand Suvarna praised the continuous efforts of KRCL in upgrading the infrastructure at Udupi railway station.

With the introduction of this executive lounge, Udupi railway station is poised to offer passengers a premium experience, significantly reducing the fatigue associated with waiting for train arrivals.