NFR opens ‘The Terminal’ at Guwahati station

Maligaon, October 24 (MExN): The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) introduced a new dimension to passenger amenities with the inauguration of “The Terminal”, a dedicated dining, shopping and recreation space at Guwahati Railway Station on Friday.NFR General Manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava inaugurated the facility in the presence of Principal Chief Commercial Manager Niraj Sahay and Divisional Railway Manager (Lumding) Samir Lohani, Chief Public Relations Officer Kapinjal Kishore Sharma said in an update.Located in the old Passenger Reservation System building area on Station Road, Panbazar, the facility offers passengers, families and visitors a convenient space for refreshments and leisure.Developed by Lumding Division under the New Innovative Non-Fare Revenue Ideas Scheme (NINFRIS), the project has transformed an underutilised railway asset into an attractive commercial and leisure hub. Spread over 27,381 square feet, the facility has been awarded to Fusion Edge Solution under a five-year contract valued at Rs 2.27 crore. The initiative combines improved amenities with productive utilisation of railway assets and generation of non-fare revenue.The Terminal brings together a dining zone featuring national and international quick-service restaurant brands, a flea market showcasing local handicrafts, souvenirs and retail products, and an indoor soft play area for children. These facilities provide varied food choices and opportunities for shopping and recreation, making waiting time more comfortable for travellers and accompanying families. The marketplace also offers regional artisans a platform to showcase their products and reach a wider customer base.