+
Trial Run Held on Purunakatak-Boudh Rail Section
RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL

Trial Run Held on Purunakatak-Boudh Rail Section

A 26.88 km section of the Khurda Road-Balangir railway line is set to be commissioned soon after Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) Brijesh Mishra inspected the new stretch between Purunakatak and Boudh and declared it fit for operations. With this, 239 km of the total 301 km line has now been completed. Indian Railways is executing the project from both the Khurda Road and Balangir ends to expedite construction.

CRS reviewed safety parameters of the newly laid track, signalling systems, and bridges. A light engine trial run was also conducted following the inspection. The new section features nine major bridges, two road overbridges (ROBs), 15 road underbridges (RUBs), and 35 minor bridges—all vital for safe operations. Construction on the remaining 62 km stretch between Purunakatak and Daspalla, which includes seven tunnels through forest and sanctuary areas, is progressing well. One major tunnel of 4.8 km has already been completed using advanced tunnelling methods. Originally sanctioned in 1995, the line aims to enhance connectivity and foster development in remote regions of Odisha.

A 26.88 km section of the Khurda Road-Balangir railway line is set to be commissioned soon after Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) Brijesh Mishra inspected the new stretch between Purunakatak and Boudh and declared it fit for operations. With this, 239 km of the total 301 km line has now been completed. Indian Railways is executing the project from both the Khurda Road and Balangir ends to expedite construction. CRS reviewed safety parameters of the newly laid track, signalling systems, and bridges. A light engine trial run was also conducted following the inspection. The new section features nine major bridges, two road overbridges (ROBs), 15 road underbridges (RUBs), and 35 minor bridges—all vital for safe operations. Construction on the remaining 62 km stretch between Purunakatak and Daspalla, which includes seven tunnels through forest and sanctuary areas, is progressing well. One major tunnel of 4.8 km has already been completed using advanced tunnelling methods. Originally sanctioned in 1995, the line aims to enhance connectivity and foster development in remote regions of Odisha.

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

APCRDA Approves Rs 9.04 Bn to Upgrade Infrastructure in 29 Amaravati Villages

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA), chaired by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, has approved Rs 9.04 billion for addressing key infrastructure gaps in 29 villages within Amaravati’s greenfield capital area, announced Municipal Administration Minister P. Narayana at the 51st CRDA meeting.The funds will be used to upgrade critical facilities including roads, drains, drinking water supply, sewerage systems, and street lighting. A detailed assessment revealed a 30 per cent shortfall in water supply, a total absence of sewerage infrastructure, a 40 per cent defici..

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

Cabinet Approves Phase-1B of Lucknow Metro Rail Project Worth Rs 58.01 Bn

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved Phase-1B of the Lucknow Metro Rail Project in Uttar Pradesh. This phase covers an 11.165 km corridor with 12 stations—7 underground and 5 elevated—extending the city’s metro network to 34 km upon completion.Phase-1B targets the dense, historic parts of Lucknow, enhancing connectivity across key commercial, healthcare, tourist, and culinary hubs. Important areas served include Aminabad, Yahiyaganj, Pandeyganj, Chowk, King George’s Medical University, and landmarks like Bara Imambara and Rumi Darwaza.This expansion prom..

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

Major Upgrades Planned for Tamil Nadu’s National Waterways

Tamil Nadu is poised for significant infrastructure upgrades across its National Waterways (NWs), with a focus on developing jetties, cargo hubs, and cruise tourism circuits, according to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. These projects aim to promote sustainable inland water transport and boost regional economic activity.Key projects include the development of Buckingham Canal (part of NW-4), with jetties planned at the following locations:Mahabalipuram to Ediyur BridgeCooum River near Marina BeachPulicat LakeEnnore Port to ETPS, specifically for cargo operationsOther National Wa..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?