Overview
The Chief Administrative Officer, Construction, South Western Railway (SWR) acting on behalf of the President of India, has invited electronic tenders (E-Tenders) for the construction of Jagadal-Suttatti new rail line track.
This project spans a length of 28.5 kilometers between Jagadal (excluding) and Suttatti (excluding) as part of the Bagalkot-Kudachi New Line Project, covering a total of 142 kilometers. The project encompasses various aspects including signal, telecommunication, and electrical works.
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Project Details
The project entails laying a new broad gauge single line between Chainage 105/500 at Jagadal and Chainage 134/000 at Suttatti, covering a distance of 28.5 kilometers.
The line is designed to accommodate a maximum train speed of 160 km/h, with an initial axle load of 25 tonnes. The construction involves providing formation, track, and bridge structures capable of withstanding this load.
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Scope of Work
The scope of work includes the design and construction of civil, building, electrical, signaling, telecommunication, and track works. This encompasses the construction of eight major bridges, thirty-nine minor bridges, thirty-six road under bridges, one road over bridge, and two subways, along with associated approaches.
Project Features
- Advertised Value: The project is valued at INR 3,682,203,402.00.
- Period of Completion: The project is slated for completion within 21 months.
- Length of the Line: The new line spans a distance of 28.5 kilometers.
- Number of Proposed Stations: Three stations are proposed, including two crossing stations and one halt station.
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Upcoming Railway Stations on Jagadal-Suttatti New Rail Line
The project includes the following railway stations:
- Rabakavi Halt Station
- Location: CL Km: 109/075
- Station Building Area: 50 sq.m
- Platforms: One high-level platform (HL PF) of 270 meters
- Railway Yards: Main line-1
- Terdal Crossing Station
- Location: CL Km: 116/950
- Station Building Area: 400 sq.m
- Platforms: One HL PF of 570 meters, one RL goods PF of 700 meters
- Railway Yards: Main line-1, Loop Lines-1, Goods Line-1
- Foot Over Bridges/Subway: One RCC box limited height subway below 3 tracks and Goods PF
- Harugeri Crossing Station
- Location: CL Km: 116/950
- Station Building Area: 400 sq.m
- Platforms: Two HL PFs each of 570 meters
- Railway Yards: Main line-1, Loop Lines-2
- Foot Over Bridges/Subway: One RCC box limited height subway below 3 tracks
This endeavor aims to enhance railway connectivity and infrastructure, catering to the growing transportation needs of the region.
Map of Kudachi-Bagalkot New Railway Line
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