The ambitious plan of the railways to build a mainline electric multiple unit (MEMU) terminal on theHardinge Parkland inPatnaon the pattern of Mumbais Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus is likely to gain momentum with the Patna recently allowing the State Government to transfer the land, measuring about 4.5 acres, to the railways for the expansion of Patna Junction.
The railways will build office complex and other utilities, including ticket booking centre, at the proposed terminal. A multi-storey building will also be built on the land.
According to the CPRO, initial consultations with technical experts focused on the need to develop crowd management programme at the Hardinge Park land. The proposed terminal will be located close to main roads leading towards Patna Junction and other prime locations in the city. Railways intends to build a multi-purpose terminal, ensuring smooth flow of traffic during peak hours, he said.