The interlocking system is a safety mechanism that establishes coordination between signals, track switches and other points in train operations to minimise the possibility of accident. The system ensures that the signal does not turn 'green' and the train does not enter that route until the
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed train operations and instructed officials to operate special trains while considering the public's requirements, according to officials.
Pakistan Railways has temporarily suspended train operations to and from Quetta station a day after an explosion incident that left 26 people dead and 62 others injured.
The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), Sumeet Singhal, has authorised the operation of freight and passenger trains on the 16.725-kilometre newly laid broad-gauage line between Bhairabi and Hortoki on August 22.
Sabyasachi De, CPRO of Northeast Frontier Railway said that, due to the sustained efforts and infrastructure upgradations, the train operations have become better in the past few years during the monsoons.
To increase the existing line capacity, smoothen train operations, reduce congestion and facilitate ease of travelling and transportation, the doubling of Railway tracks in important sections is taken into consideration by the Ministry of Railways.
The Indian Railways continues its steadfast commitment to modernizing its signalling systems to enhance safety and efficiency in train operations. In a recent development, the Ministry of Railways has announced the allocation of ₹4,198 crores for signalling works in the fiscal year 2023-24.
"It rained heavily on July 8-9...The rain that happens in the mountains comes down to the plains, and as a result, many of our tracks got submerged. So as a precautionary measure, we had to stop the train service,” said General Manager of Northern Railways Shobhan Chaudhuri.
Due to continuous heavy rainfall and inclement weather conditions in several districts of Himachal Pradesh, train services on the Shimla-Kalka route have been suspended, an official said on Sunday.