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PYGS/Prayagraj Sangam (5 PFs)
Local Name: Prayag Ghat
प्रयागराज संगम
پریاگراج سنگم

Track: Single Electric-Line

Updated: Jan 23 2024 (14:53)


Prayagraj Sangam Railway Station (PYGS) is a major railway junction located in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India. It serves as a crucial transportation hub for the city, connecting it to various destinations across the country. The station offers various amenities, including waiting rooms, food stalls, and clean restrooms. It's also the starting point for many cultural and religious tours, with the holy confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers – the Triveni Sangam – being a major attraction nearby.

Tourism

The Triveni Sangam is a sacred confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, attracting pilgrims from all over the world.
The Allahabad Fort, a historical fort built by Mughal Emperor Akbar, stands on the banks of the Yamuna River.
The Hanuman Temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman and is known for its stunning architecture.
The Akshayvat, a sacred fig tree believed to be immortal, is a significant pilgrimage site.
The Alfred Park, a sprawling green space, offers serene views of the Triveni Sangam and the surrounding city.

Food

Brijwasi Restaurant is famous for its delicious North Indian vegetarian cuisine.
The Annapurna Sweets Shop serves a wide variety of vegetarian snacks and sweets.
Govindam Vegetarian Restaurant offers a pure vegetarian menu with a focus on traditional recipes.
Shanti Sagar is a popular spot for vegetarian thalis and chaat.
The Khichdi House serves various types of vegetarian khichdi, a popular Indian comfort food.

Station Address

Daraganj Ghat Road, Daraganj, Prayagraj (Allahabad) - 211 006
State: Uttar Pradesh

Elevation: 95 m above sea level
Type: Terminus   Category: NSG-3
Zone: NR/Northern   Division: Lucknow Charbagh NR


Number of Platforms: 5
Number of Halting Trains: 0
Number of Originating Trains: 18
Number of Terminating Trains: 18
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Rating: 4.1/5 (19 votes)
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NCR Railway : कोलकाता, वलसाड और साबरमती के लिए चलेगी महाकुंभ स्पेशल, एनसीआर रेलवे ने जारी की समय सारिणी

Indian Railways has announced three additional long-distance special trains for the Maha Kumbh Mela. These trains will operate between Kolkata-Agra Cantt (01903/01904), Valsad-Danapur, and Sabarmati-Banaras. The Valsad special will go via Prayagraj Chheoki, while the Kolkata and Sabarmati specials will route through Prayagraj Junction. Train 01903 departs Agra Cantt...
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at 8:00 PM on February 17th, 20th, and 24th, arriving at Prayagraj Junction at 4:10-4:15 AM and Kolkata at 10:00 PM. Train 01904 departs Kolkata at 5:00 AM on February 19th, 22nd, and 26th.

Maha Kumbh Mela ke mauke pe, Indian Railways ne teen aur long-distance special trains ka timetable release kiya hai. Yeh trains Kolkata-Agra Cantt (01903/01904), Valsad-Danapur, aur Sabarmati-Banaras ke beech chalegi. Valsad special Prayagraj Chheoki se hoke jayegi, aur Kolkata aur Sabarmati specials Prayagraj Junction se hoke. Train 01903, Agra Cantt se...
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17, 20 aur 24 February ko raat 8:00 baje chaliyegi, Prayagraj Junction pe subah 4:10-4:15 baje aur Kolkata pe raat 10:00 baje pahuch jayegi. Train 01904, Kolkata se 19, 22 aur 26 February ko subah 5:00 baje chalegi.
Feb 10 (19:12) Prayagraj Sangam Station Closure Due to Maha Kumbh Crowds
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Prayagraj Sangam Railway station to reopen for passengers on THIS date

Prayagraj Sangam railway station, part of the Northern Railway Lucknow Division, will be closed to passengers from 1:30 PM on February 9th to 12:00 AM on February 14th due to massive crowds attending the Maha Kumbh Mela. The closure is per the order of the Prayagraj District Administration. Severe...
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traffic congestion was reported, comparable to the Mauni Amavasya crowds. Eight other stations in the area (Prayagraj Chheoki, Naini, Prayagraj Junction, Subedarganj, Prayag, Phaphamau, Prayagraj Rambagh, and Jhusi) remain open. Over 1.42 crore devotees bathed in the Ganga and Sangam by 6 PM on Sunday. Entry and exit at Prayagraj Sangam station will be controlled for safety upon reopening.

Prayagraj Sangam railway station, Northern Railway Lucknow Division ka, 9 February ko dopahar 1:30 baje se 14 February ko raat ke 12 baje tak passengers ke liye band rahega. Yeh bandish Prayagraj District Administration ke order se hai, Maha Kumbh Mela mein bahut zyada bheed hone ki wajah se. Traffic...
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jam bahut zyada tha, Mauni Amavasya jaisa. Area ke 8 aur stations (Prayagraj Chheoki, Naini, Prayagraj Junction, Subedarganj, Prayag, Phaphamau, Prayagraj Rambagh, aur Jhusi) open hain. Sunday sham 6 baje tak 1.42 crore se zyada devotees Ganga aur Sangam mein nahaye. Prayagraj Sangam station khulne ke baad entry aur exit control mein rahega safety ke liye.
Feb 10 (19:11) Prayagraj Sangam Railway Station Closed Due to Unexpected Crowds
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14 फरवरी तक बंद हुआ संगम रेलवे स्टेशन

On Sunday, Prayagraj Sangam railway station was closed at 2 PM due to an unexpectedly large crowd, unrelated to any religious bathing festival. The station is usually closed before such festivals to manage crowds. Railway officials monitored the situation from the control room. The closure was a measure...
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to control the crowd and allow passengers already on trains to disembark. The station will remain closed until February 14th.

Prayagraj Sangam railway station, Sunday ko 2 baje band kar diya gaya kyunki bina kisi snan parv ke bahut zyada bheed jama ho gayi thi. Aise festivals se pehle bheed control karne ke liye station ko band kar diya jata hai. Railway officials ne control room se situation ko...
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monitor kiya. Bheed control karne aur train mein already present passengers ko nikalne dene ke liye yeh kadam uthaya gaya. Station 14 February tak band rahega.
Feb 10 (19:07) Kumbh Mela: Smooth Train Operations Despite Road Congestion in Prayagraj
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महाकुंभ यात्रियों को लेकर एक दिन में निकलीं 330 ट्रेनें, रेलमंत्री बोले- अफवाहों पर ध्यान न दें, सबकुछ बहुत बढ़िया

Despite the conclusion of the Kumbh Mela's Mauni Amavasya bathing, a large number of devotees continue to arrive. The railways have made special arrangements to accommodate them. The Railway Minister stated that everything is running smoothly and urged people to disregard rumors. Road travel to Prayagraj is severely impacted by...
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significant traffic jams, causing delays of 12-24 hours. While trains are also crowded, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw claims that all eight Prayagraj stations are operating efficiently. He previously debunked rumors about Prayagraj Junction's closure, clarifying that only Prayagraj Sangam station was temporarily closed (February 9th, 1:30 PM to February 14th, midnight) per the district administration's order. Other Prayagraj stations (Chheoki, Naini, Prayagraj Junction, Subedarganj, Prayag, Phaphamau, Prayagraj Rambag, and Jhūsi) remain operational with regular and special trains.

Mauni Amavasya ke snan khatam hone ke baad bhi, Maha Kumbh mein shraddhaluon ka rela jari hai. Railway ne inke liye special arrangements kiye hain. Rail Mantri ne kaha ki sab kuchh bahut badhiya chal raha hai, aur afwaahon par dhyaan na dene ko kaha. Sadak marg se aane walon ko...
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bahut pareshani ho rahi hai; kai kilometer lamba jam laga hua hai. Logon ko apni car mein 12-24 ghante tak baithna pad raha hai. Trains bhi bahut crowded hain. Rail Mantri Ashwini Vaishnav ne claim kiya ki Prayagraj ke saare 8 station efficiently chal rahe hain. Unhone pehle Prayagraj Junction band hone ki afwah ko bhi galat bataya tha. Sirf Prayagraj Sangam station 9 February ko dopahar 1:30 se 14 February raat 12 baje tak band tha, district administration ke order se. Baaki saare station (Chheoki, Naini, Prayagraj Junction, Subedarganj, Prayag, Phaphamau, Prayagraj Rambag, aur Jhūsi) normal hain, regular aur special trains chal rahi hain.
Feb 10 (18:27) Maha Kumbh 2025: Sangam Station Closure Amidst Massive Crowds and Traffic
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Maha Kumbh 2025: महाकुंभ में भीड़ के बावजूद नहीं कैंसिल हुई हैं ट्रेनें, रेलवे अधिकारी बोले- अफवाहों पर न दें ध्यान

Due to massive crowds and traffic jams in Prayagraj during the Maha Kumbh 2025, Sangam railway station was temporarily closed until February 14th. Despite this, the railway authorities claim that all other 8 stations in Prayagraj remain open and operational. Over 300 trains were run from Prayagraj on February 9th,...
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and more than 50 on the following day, to accommodate pilgrims. Railway officials are using CCTV cameras and a control center to monitor the situation and assure smooth passenger movement. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also appealed to disregard rumors regarding train cancellations. However, local residents report significant traffic congestion, with some claiming that police barricades are causing major inconvenience.

Maha Kumbh 2025 mein bahut zyada bheed aur traffic jam ki wajah se, Prayagraj ka Sangam railway station 14 February tak band kar diya gaya hai. Lekin railway authorities kehta hai ki Prayagraj ke baaki saare 8 station open hain. 9 February ko 300 se zyada trains chali gayi...
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thi Prayagraj se, aur agle din 50 se zyada. CCTV cameras aur ek control center se situation monitor ki jaa rahi hai. Rail Mantri Ashwini Vaishnaw ne train cancel hone ki afwaahon pe dhyan na dene ki appeal ki hai. Local log bahut traffic jam se pareshan hain, police barricades ki wajah se unhe bahut dikkat aa rahi hai.
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