A unique Indian Railways station with no platforms? Here is the story behind it

Indian Railways has stations with truly unique names. One such station is 'Nana,' and people are often curious about the origin of this name. Here is the story behind it.

Many Indian Railway stations have such unique names that they spark curiosity about why they were named that way. While some station names are very long, others are quite short. Nana Railway Station, located in the Pali district of Rajasthan, is a topic of discussion among people. While many may not be aware of this station, others are keen to know the reason behind its name—'Nana.'

Does Nana station have no platforms?

Rumors often circulate on social media claiming that Nana station has no platforms at all, but this is not true. In reality, Nana station has two platforms, and approximately 5–6 trains pass through it daily.

Why is the station named Nana?

The name 'Nana' often raises questions; people sometimes associate it with the Hindi word for maternal grandfather (*Nanaji*), but that is not the case. The station is named after the local village, Nana. According to reports, the village was originally called 'Nanka,' but over time, the name was shortened to 'Nana' in common usage.

Several facilities are available at the station

While Nana station is indeed small, it offers essential amenities, such as:

• A ticket counter for passengers.
• A waiting room for resting.
• Washroom facilities for passengers.
• Food stalls for refreshments.
• Auto-rickshaw and taxi services outside the station.