Category : Search result: South Western Railway electrification


New Kolaghat Bridge to End Railway Bottleneck by 2027

South Eastern Railway approves Rs 418.11 crore project to replace 125-year-old Kolaghat bridge. The new structure, set for 2027, will restore full-speed operations on the busy Howrah-Kharagpur section.

Bengaluru's SMVT station gets Rs 17 crore upgrade

Sir M Visvesvaraya Terminal in Bengaluru is set for a Rs 17-crore upgrade to add passenger facilities, even as current maintenance issues like stains and rust persist. Read the full report.

Minister Urges Vande Bharat for Bengaluru-Goa Route

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy requests Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to launch a Vande Bharat Express between Bengaluru and Madgaon, Goa, citing public demand and improved rail infrastructure. This move aims to boost connectivity and tourism.

Passengers Protest SWR's Double Train Fare Hike

South Western Railway faces backlash for an additional fare hike before the national revision. Passengers allege unfair conversion of trains to superfast category without service upgrades. Read more.

CAG Report Finds 2,961 Signal Failures in SWR

A CAG audit reveals 2,961 annual signalling failures in South Western Railway, citing irregular maintenance and repetitive non-compliance. Read the full report on safety concerns.

WR Motormen Protest Arbitrary Actions, Fatigue Risks

Western Railway motormen & train managers held a protest at Churchgate, citing forced double duties, denied leave, and a 7-month canteen closure. They warn of safety risks from staff exhaustion. Read more.

Almatti-Kushtagi Railway DPR by May 2026

The detailed project report for the new Almatti-Kushtagi railway line will be completed in the next five months, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced. The survey work is already finished.

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