Unesco has submitted its initial report regarding the revamp of Bandra railway station with a focus on improving access by making it more pedestrian-friendly. ... A WR spokesperson said, "Unesco has now submitted their first report focusing on Urban Design strategy with an action plan for improvements in circulating area of Bandra station, to railway minister Suresh Prabhu." ...

The main features of Unesco's recommendations include realigning approaches and relieving congestion, streamlining movement at entry/exit of station for effective access and transfer. Priority will be given to pedestrians and universal access while creating an attractive and comfortable environment. The report also contains a series of steps to improve disabled-accessibility."

Unesco's final report focusing on conservation and management plan of the station building, is expected next month. The idea behind the conservation project is to make the station feature in heritage walks and festivities organized by Bandra residents.