100% ELECTRIFICATION OF ODISHA RAILWAYS

Indian Railways completes 100% electrification of Odisha.

Key details:

On the lines of setting the target of achieving Net Zero Carbon Emitter by 2030, the Indian Railways has 100% electrified existing Broad Gauge network of Odisha.

Benefits:

  • saving on account of reduced line haul cost,
  • heavier haulage capacity,
  • increased sectional capacity,
  • reduced operating & maintenance cost of electric loco,
  • energy efficient and eco-friendly mode of transportation with reduced dependence on imported crude oil,
  • saving of foreign exchange.
  • Odisha state’s territory falls in the jurisdiction of East Coast, South Eastern & South East Central Railways.
  • First railway line in Odisha was constructed between Cuttack – Khurda Road – Puri in 1897.

SOURCE: THE HINDU, THE ECONOMIC TIMES, PIB

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