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Pune: Executive Lounge to be Set Up at Pune Railway Station

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Pune, December 09, 2024: In a welcome development for passenger amenities, an executive lounge will be established on platform No. 1 at Pune railway station, marking the first such facility in the history of the Pune railway division. This premium service, designed on the lines of airport lounges, will provide travellers with modern conveniences for a fee.

The lounge will be created from an open restaurant space adjacent to the Jan Aahar canteen and will feature air-conditioned interiors, clean washrooms, working spaces, and comfortable waiting areas. Passengers will also have the option to order food from restaurants within the station premises, delivered directly to the lounge.

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Indu Dubey, Divisional Railway Manager of Pune, stated, “We are currently working on the designs and interior elements of the lounge. Once finalized, work will begin. This service aims to enhance passenger experiences, offering a premium waiting area for a nominal fee”, reported HT.

The announcement has been welcomed by frequent travellers. HT quoted Manish Kurhade, a chartered accountant, saying: “This lounge will be a game-changer, especially for those of us who often work while traveling. Paying a fee for such a facility is worth it.”

The Pune railway division is taking a significant step forward in improving passenger services, ensuring a comfortable and productive waiting experience at the station.