Vadodara: In a move aimed at enhancing passenger convenience, Gujarat’s first and the country’s second state-of-the-art ‘Digital Lounge’ has been inaugurated at Vadodara Railway Station. The facility was inaugurated on Saturday (March 28) by Hemang Joshi, Member of Parliament from the Vadodara Lok Sabha seat. The first such lounge had opened at Mumbai Central station in December 2025.

Airport-like comfort at affordable rates

The newly launched digital lounge offers a range of modern amenities to passengers at competitive pricing:

• General Entry: For ₹200 per hour, passengers can access a fully air-conditioned lounge with comfortable seating, free WiFi, television, and complimentary tea and coffee.
• Resting Facility: For ₹700 for two hours, passengers can avail of a bed, along with a welcome drink and bottled water.
• Digital Locker: Secure storage facilities are available at ₹100 per hour.
• Conference Room: A meeting space with a capacity of six persons can be booked for ₹1,680 for three hours, equipped with WiFi and TV for presentations.

Boost for business travellers

Speaking on the occasion, DRM Raju Bhadke said Vadodara is a key industrial and commercial hub, and the lounge will particularly benefit business travellers arriving on premium trains such as Vande Bharat Express, especially during early morning or late-night hours.

MP Hemang Joshi described the initiative as a step towards realising the vision of a developed India.

Future-ready infrastructure

MLA Keyur Rokadiya said the facility will bring an airport-like experience to railway passengers. He added that Vadodara Railway Station is expected to be further upgraded with advanced infrastructure in the future, including connectivity with the proposed bullet train and dedicated cargo handling facilities.

The digital lounge has a seating capacity of over 25 passengers at a time, with an overall capacity exceeding 40. Additional amenities such as shower and washroom facilities have also been provided for passenger convenience. DeshGujarat