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ORAI/Orai (3 PFs)
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Updated: May 08 (14:30)
Orai Railway Station (ORAI) is located in the city of Orai in the Jalaun district of Uttar Pradesh. It is a major railway junction serving as a gateway to Bundelkhand region. The station features 3 platforms with basic amenities like ticket counters, waiting rooms, and food stalls. The station also boasts a historic charm, with its colonial-era architecture.

Tourism

Jaleshwar Mahadev Temple: A revered Shiva temple located in Orai, known for its architectural beauty.
Kalika Devi Temple: A sacred temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, attracting devotees from across the region.
Rajghat: A historical site with a tomb of the former ruler of Orai, showcasing rich history and architecture.
The Jalaun Fort: A historic fort with a rich past, offering insights into the region's history and military heritage.
The Orai Museum: A local museum showcasing artifacts and exhibits related to the history and culture of Orai.

Food

Haldiram's: Popular chain offering a variety of vegetarian snacks and sweets.
Bikanerwala: Another popular chain known for its delicious vegetarian street food.
Shree Ram Sweets: Local favorite offering traditional Indian sweets and snacks.
Rajendra Sweets: A well-known sweet shop offering a variety of vegetarian delicacies.
The Dhaba: Simple eatery serving delicious vegetarian curries and thalis.

Station Address

Orai, Distt Jalaun (05162-252206)
State: Uttar Pradesh
Elevation: 141 m above sea level
Type: Regular   Category: NSG-4
Zone: NCR/North Central   Division: VGL Jhansi
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Jul 11 (22:17)   22467/Varanasi - Gandhinagar Capital SF Weekly Express | GNC/Gandhinagar Capital (3 PFs)
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Railways should increase the frequency of this train 22467/68 Varanasi Gandhinagar Capital express from weekly to bi weekly and currently this train run between Varanasi and Gandhinagar on Wednesday but after increasing the frequency railways should run this train on Sunday and Wednesday and currently this train run between Gandhinagar and Varanasi on Thursday but after increasing the frequency railways should run this train on Monday and Thursday.
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Jun 25 (23:23)   01083/Mumbai CSMT - Sitapur Special Fare Summer Special | CSMT/Mumbai CSM Terminus (18 PFs)
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ग्रीष्मकालीन विशेष रेलगाड़ियों का संचालन

भारतीय रेल द्वारा अपने सम्मानित रेल यात्रियों की सुविधा को ध्यान में रखते हुये ग्रीष्मकालीन विशेष रेलगाड़ियों के संचालन का निर्णय लिया गया है, जिसका विवरण निम्नवत् हैः-

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सं. 01083/01084 छत्रपति शिवाजी महाराज (टर्मि.) - सीतापुर विशेष रेलगाड़ी

गाड़ी सं. 05045/05046 लालकुआँ राजकोट - लालकुआँ विशेष ग्रीष्मकालीन रेलगाड़ी
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May 12 (12:30)   Fight on Gwalior-Barauni Mail Disrupts Passenger Travel Between Orai and Govindpuri

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read full article... छपरा एक्सप्रेस में हाई वोल्टेज ड्रामा, झगड़ते हुए उरई से पहुंच गए गोविंदपुरी; इस बात पर हुआ विवाद

A fight broke out on the Gwalior-Barauni Mail (train number 11123) between the engine and the third coach, causing inconvenience for passengers traveling from Orai to Govindpuri on May 12, 2024. The incident began with an argument over water filling at the platform. The two groups involved were taken off the...
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train at Govindpuri for investigation. After an agreement was reached, both parties were allowed to continue their journey. The individuals involved in the fight were identified as: Mohammad Iqbal, Wazid Ali, Rizwan, and Waheed.

Gwalior se Barauni jaane wali Mail (train number 11123) mein engine se teesre coach tak jhagda ho gaya, jisse 12 May, 2024 ko Orai se Govindpuri jaane wale passengers pareshan rahe. Platform pe pani bharne ko lekar jhagda shuru hua tha. Dono groups ko Govindpuri mein train se utaar kar investigation...
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ki gayi. Samajhta ho gaya toh dono party ko jaane diya gaya. Jhagde mein shamil logon ke naam hai: Mohammad Iqbal, Wazid Ali, Rizwan, aur Waheed.
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May 09 (09:23)   Jhansi Railway Division Outsources Passenger Inquiry Counters to Private Companies

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read full article... Gwalior News: ग्वालियर सहित 18 स्टेशनों के पूछताछ केंद्र ठेके पर देगा रेलवे

The Jhansi Railway Division has begun the process of hiring private employees to manage 24 passenger inquiry counters across 18 key stations in the division. This move comes after a directive from the Railway Board to cut expenses, leading to the removal of landlines, internet connections, and even cleaning staff at...
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various stations. To further reduce costs, the division has also contracted out ticket distribution at smaller stations to commission agents instead of railway employees. The selected private company will operate the inquiry counters for three years and will be paid ₹6 crore for their services. The 18 stations included in this scheme are: Veerangana Lakshmibai Jhansi, Gwalior, Banda, Morena, Dabra, Datia, Orai, Lalitpur, Pokhrayan, Khajuraho, Chitrakut Dham Karwi, Mahoba, Orchha, Harpalpur, Tikamgarh, Chhatarpur, and Ghatampur. The private employees will be required to work 24 hours a day and will be provided with a specific dress code, similar to metro stations.

Jhansi Railway Division ne apne 18 important stations pe 24 passenger inquiry counters ko manage karne ke liye private employees ko hire karne ki procedure start ki hai. Ye move Railway Board ke expenses cut karne ke directive ke baad aaya hai, jiski wajah se landlines, internet connections, aur cleaning staff...
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bhi stations se hata diye gaye the. Aur kharch kam karne ke liye, division ne chote stations pe ticket distribution ko bhi commission agents ke haathon me de diya hai, railway employees ke bajaye. Selected private company inquiry counters ko 3 saal tak operate karega, aur iske liye unhe ₹6 crore diye jayenge. Ye scheme 18 stations par apply hogi, jo hain: Veerangana Lakshmibai Jhansi, Gwalior, Banda, Morena, Dabra, Datia, Orai, Lalitpur, Pokhrayan, Khajuraho, Chitrakut Dham Karwi, Mahoba, Orchha, Harpalpur, Tikamgarh, Chhatarpur, aur Ghatampur. Private employees ko 24 hours duty karna hoga, aur unke liye metro stations ki tarah specific dress code bhi hoga.
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May 06 (09:00)   04230/Varanasi - Mumbai LTT Special Fare Summer Special | BSB/Varanasi Junction (11 PFs)
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For the convenience of rail passengers, Railways have decided to extend the periodicity of run of following Summer Special Trains as per details given below:-
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