With more passenger trains and EMUs, Sealdah station daily footfall crosses a million passengers
Sealdah Station in India has surpassed one million daily passengers following infrastructure upgrades and the addition of new train services. The division has introduced modern amenities, including AC local trains and improved station gateways, to manage the increased commuter flow.
Why it matters
The milestone highlights the massive scale of public transit demand in India and the government's efforts to modernize critical railway infrastructure for urban commuters.
The daily footfall in Sealdah Station, one of the biggest stations of the Eastern Railway has surpassed a million passengers daily in the year 2026. This comes after the Sealdah Division added 68 new passenger trains, and 613 EMUs (Electric Multiple Units) for passengers availing the railway network in the region.
"Our ultimate goal in the Sealdah Division is to ensure that every passenger feels valued from the moment they arrive at the station until they reach their destination. Whether it’s easing daily suburban commutes with AC locals, upgrading infrastructure under the Amrit Bharat scheme, or ensuring hassle-free entries with dedicated gates like the Central Gate, every step we take is focused on passenger comfort, safety, and modern convenience," said Rajeev Saxena, Divisional Railway Manager, Sealdah.
With every new facility Sealdah Division continues to prove that public transport can be both ultra-efficient and deeply human-centric, he added.
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