Central Railway (CR) is dedicated to enhancing passenger services, and its ongoing infrastructure upgrades are accelerating train speeds. Various works, including Multi-Tracking, Overhead Equipment regulation, Signaling, and Technical improvements, have enabled trains to run at speeds of up to 130 kmph on specific sections.
Wardha-Badnera Section Sees Speed Surge
Starting from November 22, 2023, a total of 30 trains (15 Up and 15 Down) will operate at speeds of up to 130 kmph on the 95.44 km Wardha-Badnera section. This significant enhancement is a result of meticulous efforts in upgrading the railway infrastructure.
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List of Upgraded Trains
The following trains will now run at increased speeds on the Wardha-Badnera section:
- LTT-Hatia-LTT SF Bi-Weekly Express
- LTT-Vishakhapatnam-LTT SF Weekly Express
- LTT-Puri-LTT SF Weekly Express
- LTT-Bhubaneswar-LTT Bi-Weekly Express
- CSMT-Howrah-CSMT Gitanjali Express Daily
- CSMT-Howrah-CSMT Weekly SF Express
- Pune-Santragachi-Pune Weekly Humsafar Express
- LTT-Kamakhya-LTT Karmabhoomi Weekly Express
- CSMT- Howrah -CSMT Duronto Four Days A Week
- Gondia-CSMT-Gondia Vidarbha Express Daily
- Nagpur-CSMT-Nagpur Duronto Express Daily
- LTT-Shalimar-LTT Jnaneshwari Exp Four Days a Week
- LTT-Puri-LTT Weekly Express
- CSMT-Howrah-CSMT SF Express Daily
- LTT- Shalimar-LTT Samarsata Bi-Weekly Express
Ensuring Safety and Punctuality
The increase in train speeds has undergone thorough safety assessments and technical inspections by concerned officials. This improvement aims to reduce overall running time and enhance the punctuality of train movements.
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Current Speed Achievements
Presently, CR operates trains at speeds of up to 130 kmph, covering a total distance of 1206.73 km. Notably, this includes 95.44 km on the Wardha-Badnera section, 526.65 km on the Igatpuri-Nashik-Bhusaval-Akola-Badnera section, 75.59 km on the Pune-Daund section, and 509.05 km on the Itarsi-Nagpur-Wardha-Ballarshah section.
Future Speed Improvements
Work is underway to improve train speeds on the Daund-Solapur-Kalaburagi-Wadi section, covering a distance of 337.44 km. Trains are expected to run at speeds of up to 130 kmph on this section, further enhancing the railway’s efficiency.
Commitment to Passenger Safety and Comfort
Central Railway remains committed to providing a safe and pleasant journey for its commuters. The tireless efforts in infrastructure upgrades reflect the railway’s dedication to improving the overall travel experience.
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