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SML/Shimla (2 PFs)
शिमला
شملہ

Track: Narrow Gauge

Updated: Nov 23 2023 (02:06) by AbhinavKr^~
Shimla Railway Station, located in the heart of Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, is a heritage station known for its beautiful colonial architecture and the narrow gauge Kalka-Shimla Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The station offers basic amenities like waiting rooms, ticket counters, and restrooms. Visitors can also find local vendors selling snacks and souvenirs.
The station itself is a popular tourist attraction, offering stunning views of the surrounding hills. From here, you can easily access the Mall Road, the main shopping and entertainment hub of Shimla.

Tourism

Jakhoo Temple: Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, located on Jakhoo Hill, offering breathtaking views.
Tara Devi Temple: Situated on a hilltop, dedicated to Goddess Tara Devi, a popular pilgrimage site.
Christ Church: A historic church built in the 19th century, known for its Gothic architecture.
Kali Bari Temple: A temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, offering a peaceful and spiritual experience.
Hidimba Devi Temple: Located in Manali, a short drive from Shimla, dedicated to Goddess Hidimba Devi.

Food

Ashiana Restaurant: Known for its delicious North Indian vegetarian dishes and thalis.
The Mall Road Cafe: Offers a variety of vegetarian snacks, sandwiches, and beverages.
Cafe Sol: A popular spot for vegetarian breakfasts, pancakes, and coffee.
The Indian Coffee House: A classic eatery serving traditional vegetarian snacks and South Indian dishes.
Dhaba Restaurant: A local favorite known for its flavorful vegetarian curries and dal.

Station Address

Cart Road, Nabha Estate, Shimla, Pincode - 171004
State: Himachal Pradesh
Elevation: 2076 m above sea level
Type: Terminus   Category: NSG-5
Zone: NR/Northern   Division: Ambala
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Jul 30 (20:22) Rajya Sabha MP Demands Broad Gauge Conversion of Kalka-Shimla Heritage Rail Line (www.amarujala.com)
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News Entry# 562799   
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Jul 30 2024 (20:22)
Station Tag: Shimla/SML added by Exynos9611~/2099623

Jul 30 2024 (20:22)
Station Tag: Kalka/KLK added by Exynos9611~/2099623
Stations:  Shimla/SML   Kalka/KLK  
read full article... Sikander Kumar: सांसद ने सदन में रखी कालका-शिमला हैरिटेज रेललाइन को ब्रॉडगेज करने की मांग

Rajya Sabha MP Dr. Sikander Kumar raised the issue of the Kalka-Shimla Heritage Rail Line in the Rajya Sabha. He demanded that the line be converted to broad gauge. Dr. Kumar highlighted the shortcomings of the 121-year-old rail line and the inconvenience faced by passengers, urging for its renovation. He brought...
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this matter to the attention of the House.

Rajya Sabha mein, Dr. Sikander Kumar ji ne Kalka-Shimla Heritage Rail Line ka matter uthaya. Unhone is rail line ko broad gauge karne ki demand ki. Dr. Kumar ne 121 saal purani is rail line ki kamion aur passengers ko hone wali pareshanion ka zikr karte hue, iske renovation ka issue...
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bhi sadan ke saamne rakha.
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Jul 30 (21:03)
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BG Conversion ke baad 12311/12 all the way will run upto Shimla
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Jul 30 (21:24)
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कोई तो धरोहर बचाओ ।
ऐसे नेताओ की वजह से ही धरोहर खत्म हो रहे हैं।
आज जबलपुर गोंदिया ब्रॉडगेज का हाल देख सकते हो कितनी कम ट्रेनें चल रही है गेज कन्वर्जन के बाद।
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कालका शिमला रूट का गेज कन्वर्जन तो मुश्किल ही नही नामुमकिन है क्योंकि 103 tunnels और 988 bridges बनाने होंगे।
No need to do Gauge conversion, remain as Narrow gauge
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Jul 30 (21:41)
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Jul 30 (22:36)
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narrow he rakhna hai to majboot banao ya dual track
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Na pahad chodege na heritage na rail
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Jul 15 (20:37) Sabarmati Express Train Delayed Due to Delhi-Ambala Railway Line Traffic Block (www.amarujala.com)
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News Entry# 560523   
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Jul 15 2024 (20:37)
Station Tag: Shimla/SML added by Exynos9611~/2099623
read full article... Una: दिल्ली-अंबाला रेललाइन पर प्रभावित रहेगा ट्रेनों का रूट, जानें वजह

Due to a traffic block on the Delhi-Ambala railway line, the Sabarmati Express train arriving in Una from Gujarat on July 19 will be delayed. The railway board has announced that many trains will be affected due to the traffic block. Some trains will have their schedules adjusted and routes changed,...
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while others will be held for a period of time. The Sabarmati Una Express train will also face delays. Train number 19411, the Sabarmati Daulatpur Chowk Express, will be held at Dhol Majra for 20 minutes.

Delhi-Ambala railway line pe traffic block ki wajah se, Gujarat se Una aane wali Sabarmati train 19 July ko delay se pahunchegi. Railway board ne announce kiya hai ki traffic block ki wajah se kaafi trains affected hongee. Kuch trains ki schedule aur routes change ki jaayengee, aur kuchh ko kuchh...
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time ke liye rok kar chalaya jaayega. Sabarmati Una Express train ko bhi delay ka samna karna padega. Train number 19411, Sabarmati Daulatpur Chowk Express ko Dhol Majra pe pahunchne pe 20 minute ka stoppage diya jaayega.
Jun 22 (23:11) Train Services Suspended on Kalka-Shimla Heritage Line Due to Bridge Cracks (www.financialexpress.com)
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Stations:  Kalka/KLK   Shimla/SML   Taradevi/TVI   Kandaghat/KDZ  
read full article... Indian Railways suspends train operations on Kalka-Shimla heritage line due to cracks in railway bridge – All you need to know

Train services on the Kalka-Shimla heritage line were halted on June 22nd due to cracks found on a railway bridge. Out of the seven trains operating on this route, only two are running to Tara Devi station and one to Kandaghat. All services to Shimla remain suspended. Tourism stakeholders are...
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concerned about the impact on the industry, especially during peak season. The railway authorities have yet to implement permanent solutions, causing frustration among locals and tourists. The Shimla Municipal Corporation is requesting the Divisional Railway Manager to restore services. Tourists are facing difficulties with canceled travel plans and uncertainty regarding the resumption of train services. The Shimla-Kalka Railway has faced disruptions due to heavy rains in the past, with services resuming in October after repairs.

Kalka-Shimla heritage line pe June 22nd ko train services band ho gaye, ek railway bridge pe cracks milne ke baad. 7 trains mein se sirf 2 Tara Devi station tak aur 1 Kandaghat tak ja rahi hai. Shimla tak jaane wali services band hain. Tourism stakeholders bahut pareshan hain, khass...
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kar peak season mein. Railway authorities abhi tak permanent solutions nahi laaye hain, jisse locals aur tourists frustrated hain. Shimla Municipal Corporation Divisional Railway Manager se services restore karne ka request kar rahi hai. Tourists ko cancelled travel plans aur train services kab start honge, is baare mein uncertainty se dikkat ho rahi hai. Shimla-Kalka Railway pe pehle bhi heavy rains ki wajah se disruption aaya tha, aur October mein repairs ke baad services resume hui thi.
May 16 (19:48) Ambala Railway Division Seeks Information on Shimla Station Parking and Eatery (www.amarujala.com)
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NR/Northern
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News Entry# 552460   
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May 16 2024 (19:48)
Station Tag: Ambala Cantt. Junction/UMB added by SmallTownTraveller^~/1084688

May 16 2024 (19:48)
Station Tag: Shimla/SML added by SmallTownTraveller^~/1084688
read full article... फालोअप : शिमला में रेलवे पार्किंग मुख्यालय को भेजे दस्तावेज

Following an investigation by the vigilance department, the Ambala Railway Division has requested information from its headquarters regarding the parking lot and an open-air eatery near Shimla Railway Station. The parking contract was terminated due to the contractor's failure to fulfill the terms, and the deposit was forfeited as a penalty....
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A new tender for the parking lot will be issued on May 17th. The vigilance department found no irregularities in the parking area as the previous contract had been cancelled and the parking was being used freely by vehicle owners despite the presence of information boards. The vigilance department is also seeking documents related to the open-air eatery to complete its investigation.

Shimla Railway Station ke paas parking aur open-air eatery ke baare mein vigilance department ki jaanch ke baad Ambala Railway Division ne apne headquarters se jawab maanga hai. Parking ka contract contractor ne terminate kar diya tha, because of which unki deposit ko penalty ke roop mein seize kar liya gaya...
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hai. Parking lot ke liye new tender 17 May ko issue kiya jaayega. Vigilance department ne parking area mein koi irregularities nahin payi, because the previous contract was cancelled, and vehicle owners were using the parking freely despite the presence of information boards. Vigilance department is also seeking documents related to the open-air eatery to complete its investigation.
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