The station is located in a very densely populated area; thus, it handles a large amount of traffic.

The number of platforms, however, can not be increased due to lack of space.

Earlier a few trains like Gorakhpur Intercity Express used to originate / terminate here, but now it has been cancelled.

Since this is small station with 3 platforms, it is now completely saturated with trains and railway is now compelled to develop Gomti Nagar as a terminal station.

This makes it a very important railway station in Lucknow city.