South Central Railway electrifies 397 kms of rail track in just three months by RailEnquiry Admin on 30 June, 2017 - 01:08 PM | ||
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RailEnquiry Admin | South Central Railway electrifies 397 kms of rail track in just three months on 30 June, 2017 - 01:08 PM | |
South Central Railway has attained a new achievement of completing electrification of railway lines to the extent of 397 Kms in three months (April, May and June). Last year just 93 Kms of rail lines were commissioned during 2016-17. The sections completed during April - June 2017 are –
Electric traction continues to play a dominant role in the Railway since it is a clean technology and energy efficient mode of transport. Also it reduces running time of passenger trains besides allowing trains to carry additional coaches. |