From Financialexpress · Shubham Chhabra · · 1m 10s
Khardi-Kasara Third Line Commissioned
Central Railway completes 13.53-km Khardi-Kasara line after 117 kmph speed trial.
In brief
Central Railway completes 13.53-km Khardi-Kasara line after 117 kmph speed trial. Central Railway commissioned a 13.53-km third line between Khardi and Kasara after successful 117 kmph speed trial, boosting Mumbai-Kasara corridor capacity. Originally reported by Financialexpress.
Khardi-Kasara Third Line Commissioned
Central Railway commissions 13.53-km Khardi-Kasara third line after CRS approval and successful 117 kmph speed trial.
Commissioning Process
Line commissioned following 12-hour traffic block for track connections and remodelling at Kasara Yard.
CRS Approval
CRS approved line after inspecting construction quality and conducting 117 kmph speed trial.
Capacity Boost
New line will increase capacity and ease congestion on Mumbai-Kasara corridor after full project completion.
Infrastructure Work
Work involved laying electrified track through hilly terrain, strengthening bridges, earthwork, modern signalling and electrification systems.
Dhamma Chakra Event
Central Railway prepares for 2.5 lakh additional passengers during Dhamma Chakra Pravartan Din celebrations.
Special Train Services
26 special trains will operate with 14 temporary halts at Ajni station from October 19 to 22.
Passenger Management
Holding areas, mobile ticketing, and passenger assistance centers established for event crowds.
The takeaway
Central Railway commissioned a 13.53-km third line between Khardi and Kasara after successful 117 kmph speed trial, boosting Mumbai-Kasara corridor capacity.
