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PRG/Prayag Junction (3 PFs)
प्रयाग जंक्शन
پریاگ جنکشن

Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Jan 09 (17:05)
Prayag Junction (PRG) is a major railway station in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. It has three platforms and offers basic amenities like waiting rooms, refreshment stalls, and restrooms. The station is known for its connection to the holy city of Prayagraj, which is famous for its religious significance, especially during the Kumbh Mela.

Tourism

**Triveni Sangam** - The confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, a major pilgrimage site.
**Allahabad Fort** - A historical fort with religious significance, housing various temples.
**Akshayvat** - A sacred fig tree believed to be immortal and visited by many pilgrims.
**Hanuman Garhi** - A temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, offering panoramic views of the city.
**Patalpuri Temple** - A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its underground chambers.

Food

**Shanti Sagar** - Famous for its North Indian vegetarian thali and snacks.
**Haldiram's** - A popular chain serving a variety of vegetarian fast food.
**Bikanerwala** - Offers a wide selection of sweets, snacks, and chaat.
**Sagar Ratna** - Known for its South Indian vegetarian dishes like dosa and idli.
**Amritsari Kulcha** - Serves delicious Amritsari kulchas and other Punjabi delicacies.

Station Address

Prayag Station Road, Karanpur, Allen Ganj, Prayagraj - 211 002
State: Uttar Pradesh
Elevation: 91 m above sea level
Type: Junction   Category: NSG-4
Zone: NR/Northern   Division: Lucknow Charbagh NR
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Number of Platforms: 3
Number of Halting Trains: 49
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DRGJ/Daraganj 3 km     PYG/Prayag Ghat Terminus 3 km     PYGS/Prayagraj Sangam 3 km     ALY/Allahabad City 6 km     PRYJ/Prayagraj Junction (Allahabad) 6 km     ALD/Allahabad 6 km     PFM/Phaphamau Junction 6 km     PRRB/Prayagraj Rambag 6 km     SFG/Subedarganj (Prayagraj) 10 km     SPGL/Sarai Gopal 11 km    
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Sep 28 (19:38) DRM Inspects Stations, Assures Completion of Maha Kumbh Preparations by November
Entry# 6203932   
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Sep 28 2024 (19:38)
Station Tag: Prayagraj Sangam/PYGS added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Sep 28 2024 (19:38)
Station Tag: Phaphamau Junction/PFM added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Sep 28 2024 (19:38)
Station Tag: Prayag Junction/PRG added by Exynos9611~/2099623
नवंबर तक पूरे हो जाएंगे उत्तर रेलवे के सभी कार्य : डीआरएम

The DRM of Lucknow conducted an inspection of ongoing works at Prayag, Prayagraj Sangam, and Fafamau stations on Friday to accelerate preparations for the Maha Kumbh. He stated that some works would be completed by October, while the remaining would be finished by November. All nine stations in the city are...
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being prepared for the Maha Kumbh. The DRM, S.M. Sharma, inspected the underpass construction near Annie Besant School on Friday morning. He then visited the Sangam station to assess preparations, stating that the station will be closed during the main bathing festivals. During this period, passengers can access trains from Prayag. Walls are being constructed on both sides of the railway track from Sangam to Prayag.

Maha Kumbh ki taiyariyon mein tezi laane ke liye aur samay par kaam pura karane ke liye Lucknow ke DRM ne Shukravaar ko Prayag, Prayagraj Sangam aur Fafamau station par ho rahe kaam ka nirdeshan kiya. Unhone kaha ki kuchh kaam October tak pure ho jaayenge, jabki bache hue kaam November...
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tak har haal mein pure ho jaayenge. Shahar ke saare nau stations ko Maha Kumbh ke liye taiyaar kiya ja raha hai. DRM S.M. Sharma ne Shukravaar subah Annie Besant School ke paas liye gaye block ka nirdeshan kiya. Yahaan underpass ban raha hai. Iske baad unhone Sangam station par taiyaari ka jaayja liya. Bataya ki mukhya snaan parvo ke din yeh station band rahega. Us dauran yaatriyon ko Prayag se train milengi. Sangam se Prayag tak rail track ke dono taraf diwaar banayi ja rahi hai.
Sep 27 (20:00) Uttar Railway Prepares for Kumbh Mela 2025 with Extensive Infrastructure Upgrades
Entry# 6203025   
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Sep 27 2024 (22:45)
Station Tag: Phaphamau Junction/PFM added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
30 नवंबर तक प्रयाग जंक्शन पर पूरे होंगे सभी काम

The Uttar Railway Lucknow Division is preparing for the upcoming Kumbh Mela 2025, anticipating six to seven lakh pilgrims, three times more than the two lakh who attended the 2019 event. To manage the influx, 25 to 30 extra trains will be operated daily during the special bathing days. The...
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DRM has also confirmed that all railway crossings from Prayag Junction to Phaphamau will be closed before the Kumbh Mela begins. Several construction projects, including the Mazhar Tiraha ROB, the IERT ROB, and foot over bridges at Prayag Junction and Phaphamau, are nearing completion. The DRM expressed satisfaction with the accelerated pace of work in the last 15 days.

Uttar Railway Lucknow Division 2025 ke Kumbh Mela ke liye taiyaar hai, aur 6 se 7 lakh pilgrims ke aane ki ummed hai, jo ki 2019 ke 2 lakh se teen guna zyada hai. Is bhari bhid ko manage karne ke liye, special snan parvon ke din har roz 25 se...
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30 extra trains chalaye jayenge. DRM ne confirm kiya hai ki Kumbh Mela shuru hone se pehle Prayag Junction se Phaphamau tak sabhi railway crossings band kar diye jayenge. Mazhar Tiraha ROB, IERT ROB, aur Prayag Junction aur Phaphamau ke foot over bridges jaise kaafi construction projects poora hone wale hain. DRM ne last 15 dinon mein kaam ki tezi se khushi vyakt ki.
Sep 27 (18:03) North Railway Ready for Maha Kumbh, Assures Smooth Travel for Passengers
Entry# 6202885   
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Sep 27 2024 (18:04)
Station Tag: Prayag Junction/PRG added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 27 2024 (18:04)
Station Tag: Ayodhya Dham Junction/AY added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
डीआरएम लखनऊ बोले : महाकुंभ में अयोध्या के लिए चलेंगी पर्याप्त ट्रेनें, तैयारियों में जुटा रेलवे

The Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of North Railway, S.M. Sharma, stated that the railway is aiming to complete the works related to the Maha Kumbh as soon as possible. All preparations have been made to ensure that passengers coming for the Maha Kumbh do not face any difficulties. The DRM made...
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these remarks during a conversation with journalists at the station on Friday.

North Railway ke Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) S.M. Sharma ne kaha ki railway Maha Kumbh se related kaam jaldi se jaldi pura karne ka lakshya rakha hai. Maha Kumbh par aane wale passengers ko koi bhi dikkat na ho iske liye puri taiyari ki gai hai. DRM ne Shukravaar ko station...
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par journalists se baat karte hue ye baat kahi.
Sep 26 (12:25) Prayagraj Kumbh Mela: Over 500 Flex Boards To Guide Pilgrims To Destinations
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Sep 26 2024 (12:26)
Station Tag: Prayag Junction/PRG added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 26 2024 (12:26)
Station Tag: Prayagraj Rambag/PRRB added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 26 2024 (12:26)
Station Tag: Jhusi/JI added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 26 2024 (12:26)
Station Tag: Subedarganj (Prayagraj)/SFG added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 26 2024 (12:26)
Station Tag: Prayagraj Chheoki Junction/PCOI added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 26 2024 (12:26)
Station Tag: Prayagraj Junction (Allahabad)/PRYJ added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
रास्ते में लगे फ्लैक्स बताएंगे कहां से चलेगी कौन सी ट्रेन

During the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, over 500 flex boards will be installed across the mela area and city to guide pilgrims to their destinations. These boards will provide details about train schedules, departure stations, and timings for various destinations. Pilgrims will be able to find this information at key locations,...
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eliminating the need to wander around for information. The railways will operate trains from different stations based on their destinations. Trains for Varanasi and Gorakhpur routes will depart from Prayagraj Rambag and Jhusi stations, while Lucknow and Ayodhya routes will be handled from Prayagraj Station. Trains to Kanpur-Delhi will be operated from Prayagraj Junction and Subedarganj stations. Trains bound for Manikpur, Jhansi, and Maihar will depart from Prayagraj Chhivki station. This initiative aims to provide pilgrims with clear and convenient access to travel information during the Kumbh Mela.

Prayagraj mein Maha Kumbh ke dauraan, shraddhaluon ko unke gantyav tak pahunchne mein madad karne ke liye 500 se zyada flex lagaaye jaayenge. Ye flex mela kshetra aur shaher ke alag-alag jagahon par honge, jisse shraddhaluon ko... Prayagraj mein Maha Kumbh mein, durdaraaj se aane wale shraddhaluon ko Sangam ke...
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aaspas se hi maloom chal jaayega ki unke gantyav tak kaun si train, kis railway station se, kitne baje jaayegi. Iske liye unhein mela kshetra se nikal kar na to bewaajah bhatakna hoga aur na hi disha jaanne ke liye kisi se puchhna hoga. Railway apne musafirun ko surakshit gantyav tak pahunchane ke liye shaher ke alag-alag jagahon par 500 se zyada flex lagaane jaa raha hai. Maha Kumbh ke dauraan alag-alag railway stations se alag-alag dishaaon ki train ka sanchalan hoga. Isme Varanasi, Gorakhpur route ki trainon ka sanchalan Prayagraj Rambag, Jhusi se hoga toh Lucknow, Ayodhya route ki trainon ko Prayag station se chalaya jaayega. Kanpur-Delhi route ki trainon ko Prayagraj Junction aur Subedarganj station se Manikpur, Jhansi, Maihar route ki trainon ko Prayagraj Chhivki se sanchalit kiya jaayega. Mela kshetra mein aane wale shraddhaluon ko mela kshetra aur shaher ke alag-alag jagahon par lagae gaye flex se unke stations ki jaankari hogi. Railway adhikariyon ne yeh jaankari budhvaar ko pramukh sachiv nagar nikas amrit abhijaat ko bhi di.
Sep 23 (18:20) Northern Railway Labour Union Protests for Old Pension Scheme Restoration
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Sep 23 2024 (18:20)
Station Tag: Varanasi Junction/BSB added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 23 2024 (18:20)
Station Tag: Prayag Junction/PRG added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 23 2024 (18:20)
Station Tag: Rae Bareli Junction/RBL added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 23 2024 (18:20)
Station Tag: MBDD Pratapgarh Junction/MBDP added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 23 2024 (18:20)
Station Tag: Jaunpur Junction/JNU added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 23 2024 (18:20)
Station Tag: Ayodhya Cantt. Junction/AYC added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836

Sep 23 2024 (18:20)
Station Tag: Lucknow Charbagh NR/LKO added by AdittyaaSharma^~/1421836
पुरानी पेंशन बहाली के लिए मैदान में उतरे रेलकर्मी

The Northern Railway Labour Union has launched a protest demanding the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS). They allege that the government's Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) is unfair to railway employees. The protest is being held at various stations across the Lucknow division for five days, including Diesel Shed, Running,...
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Electrical, Medical, Engineering, Medical Branch, DRM office, and branches in Ayodhya Cantt, Jaunpur, Pratapgarh, Rae Bareli, Prayag, and Varanasi. The union claims that the protest will continue until the OPS is restored.

Northern Railway Labour Union ne purani pension scheme (OPS) waapas karne ki maang ko lekar protest shuru kar diya hai. Unka kehna hai ki sarkar ki Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) railway employees ke saath unfair hai. Yeh protest Lucknow division ke kai stations par 5 dinon tak chalega, jismein Diesel Shed,...
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Running, Electrical, Medical, Engineering, Medical Branch, DRM office aur Ayodhya Cantt, Jaunpur, Pratapgarh, Rae Bareli, Prayag, aur Varanasi ke branches bhi shamil hain. Union ka kehna hai ki yeh protest tab tak jari rahega jab tak OPS restore nahi ho jata.
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