Delayed station conversion in Seehausen: Where is the accessibility?

Delayed station conversion in Seehausen: Where is the accessibility?

Seehausen, Deutschland - The plans for the accessibility of the train station in Seehausen ensure resentment among the population and among state politicians. According to Az Online , the conversion will not be completed before 2028. The start of the work for 2025 was originally planned. The Vice President of the Landtag of Saxony-Anhalt, Wulf Gallert von der Left, expresses sharp criticism of the planning of Bahn AG and criticizes the insufficient coordination of the renovation measures with the existing restrictions in rail traffic.

The disappointment about the delays is noticeable. Gallert calls on Deutsche Bahn to meet its responsibility for a sustainable turnover of traffic. The planned barrier-free renovation was part of a more comprehensive project that included measures on the Wittenberge-Osterburg route, including the installation of new course and the improvement of the overhead line as well as lead and security technology.

reasons for the delay

DB Infrago AG had decided at the end of 2024 not to implement the necessary measures on the Wittenberge-Osterburg section. This decision led to the planning components for the barrier -free conversion of the traffic station in Seehausen. The project was then canceled within a nine -month blocking break, which led to additional displeasure.

In contrast, in Bavaria there is investments in accessibility at train stations in Bavaria. According to Deutsche Bahn A further 100 barrier -free stations are to be created by 2028 by 2028. In this context, the Free State of Bavaria is investing around 100 million euros, which leads to a total investment of around 200 million euros by federal funds that leads DB and municipal partners.

Currently 515 of 1,066 train stations and stops in Bavaria benefit from accessibility. 81 percent of entrepreneurs in Bavaria already enjoy the advantages of barrier-free access. As part of the large campaign program, 24 new train stations in rural areas and four important station projects are funded, which makes the difference to developments in Saxony-Anhalt clear.

The lack of implementation of accessibility in Seehausen throws a light on the challenges with which many regions are faced, while on the other hand, significant progress is made in other federal states.