Indian Railways Launches New Train Services to Boost Firozepur Connectivity
Indian Railways has introduced several new train services in Punjab’s Firozepur region to strengthen the rail network and address long-standing demands for better connectivity to important religious and commercial destinations.Starting from June, these new trains are expected to benefit thousands of passengers monthly by providing more direct routes, eliminating the need for long road journeys or multiple transfers.The Firozpur Railway Division, part of Northern Railway, manages operations in this border area and plays a crucial role in enhancing rail connectivity across Punjab and neighbour..
Railway Board Reviews Rs 3.65 billion Proposal for Key Southern Line
The Railway Board is currently assessing Southern Railway’s Rs 3.65 billion proposal to construct third and fourth railway lines along the 22.52-kilometre stretch between Attipattu and Gummidipoondi. This vital section forms part of the high-density Delhi–Chennai route and the Chennai–Visakhapatnam and Chennai–Bengaluru industrial corridors.Submitted under the national initiative for multi-tracking and bypass lines, the project aims to alleviate congestion and has received endorsements from key railway departments. Formal approval from the Railway Ministry is still awaited. Once sancti..
RVNL Secures Rs 1.43 Billion Contract to Upgrade Salem Division Traction
Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd. (RVNL) has signed a letter of agreement (LoA) for a Rs 1.43 Billion contract with South Central Railway to upgrade the electric traction system in the Salem division of Southern Railway, according to a stock exchange filing dated 5 July.The project involves upgrading the electric traction system from a 1x25 kV to a 2x25 kV system along the routes Salem Junction–Podanur Junction and Irugur–Coimbatore Junction–Podanur Junction. This enhancement will enable Southern Railway to meet its 3,000 metric tonne loading target.The contract value of Rs 1.43 Billion includes tax..
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