Railways 100 percent electrification drive: To become world's largest green network
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Railways 100 percent electrification drive: To become world's largest green network

Railways will achieve 100 per cent electrification of its broad gauge network in the next few months, much before the end of this fiscal. The interim budget has allocated Rs.65 billion for further electrification projects.With 100 percent electrification, Indian Railways will become the la...

Railways will achieve 100 per cent electrification of its broad gauge network in the next few months, much before the end of this fiscal. The interim budget has allocated Rs.65 billion for further electrification projects.With 100 percent electrification, Indian Railways will become the largest green railways of the world. With a dedicated fund of Rs.65 billion in FY25 for further electrification projects, India is committed to achieving complete electrification.The Railways spent over Rs.464 billion on electrification since 2014 but it will take some time for diesel locomotives to be replaced by electric engines. As of December 2023, Railways have 10,238 electric and 4,543 diesel locomotives. India is far ahead of the EU, UK and the US on rail electrification.As per Indian railways data, Indian Railways are 95 percent electrified as compared to 56 per cent in the EU, 38 per cent in the UK and just one per cent in the US. Switzerland, however, is 99 percent electrified.

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Railways Calls for Bids for Varanasi Division Projects

Indian Railways has initiated the bidding process for various infrastructure projects in the Varanasi division. These projects aim to enhance rail connectivity and modernise facilities in the region, bolstering local transportation and economic growth.

The projects include the construction of new railway lines, upgrades to existing tracks, and improvements in station infrastructure across Varanasi division. This initiative is part of Indian Railways' ongoing efforts to modernise and expand its network, catering to increasing passenger and freight demands.

The bidding process invi..

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Indian Railways Launches 100 JanAushadhi Kendras

Indian Railways, in a commendable move towards enhancing healthcare accessibility, has announced plans to establish 100 JanAushadhi Kendras at railway stations across the country. This initiative falls under the umbrella of the Pradhan Mantri Janaushadhi Yojana (PMJAY), aimed at providing quality generic medicines at affordable prices to the masses.

The JanAushadhi Kendras, which will be set up at various railway stations, are envisioned to cater to the healthcare needs of both passengers and nearby communities. By leveraging the extensive reach and infrastructure of the Indian Railwa..

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Indian Railways Laid 7.41 km Tracks Daily

Indian Railways, the lifeline of transportation in India, has been at the forefront of infrastructure development. A recent RTI (Right to Information) response has unveiled a remarkable statistic - the railways have laid an average of 7.41 kilometres of tracks daily over the past decade. This significant feat underscores the commitment of Indian Railways towards bolstering the nation's transportation network.

The scale of this achievement becomes even more apparent when considering the sheer size and complexity of the Indian Railways network. With its extensive reach spanning the lengt..

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Andhra train crash: CRS report implies avoidable accident

Railway safety experts, loco pilot associations, and trade union representatives attributed primary blame for the collision of two trains in the Waltair Division of the East Coast Railway, which resulted in 17 fatalities, to senior railway operating officials. They referred to the October 29, 2023, train accident.

According to the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) report, it was found that three trains had overrun two defective signals before the accident. It was alleged that senior operating officials had overlooked these signals. The collision occurred when Train No. 08504 (VSKP-R..

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Infrastructure Transport

Railways Calls for Bids for Varanasi Division Projects

Indian Railways has initiated the bidding process for various infrastructure projects in the Varanasi division. These projects aim to enhance rail connectivity and modernise facilities in the region, bolstering local transportation and economic growth.

The projects include the construction of new railway lines, upgrades to existing tracks, and improvements in station infrastructure across Varanasi division. This initiative is part of Indian Railways' ongoing efforts to modernise and expand its network, catering to increasing passenger and freight demands.

The bidding process invi..

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