South Eastern Railway (SER) is planning a major overhaul of its infrastructure to tackle heavy traffic pressure. General Manager Anil Kumar Jain admitted that the current system cannot improve without the construction of new railway lines. The railway administration has now focused on reducing the waiting time for passenger trains and upgrading yard facilities to ensure smoother movement.
What are the key infrastructure updates for Tatanagar?
The railway is working on several projects to decongest Tatanagar station. A satellite terminal is being proposed to reduce pressure on the main station. By October, nine out of 32 diamond crossings in the Tatanagar yard will be removed to eliminate the current 10 kmph speed restriction. Additionally, a Public Relations Inspector (PRI) will be permanently posted to monitor train movements and provide daily updates to the media and Rail Yatri Sangharsh Samiti (RYSS).
What are the new line and funding details?
The SER has approved multiple projects to expand capacity and remove bottlenecks. The following investments and timelines have been shared:
| Project/Location | Details/Investment | Expected Completion |
|---|---|---|
| Sini to Kandra | 3rd and 4th line (Rs 286 Crore) | FY 2027-28 |
| Chandil to Gamharia | 3rd and 4th line (Rs 1,100 Crore) | 2029-2030 |
| Tata & Adityapur | New stabling lines (Rs 50 Crore) | 2027 |
| Freight Corridor | 550 km within SER jurisdiction | Under Process |
| Loop Lines | Rajkharsawan, Sonua, etc. | 2027 |
How will these changes benefit the common passenger?
Passenger trains will no longer be stopped for long durations to give way to goods trains. The proposed East-West Dedicated Freight Corridor will shift most freight traffic to a separate track, freeing up existing lines for passenger services. To remove road traffic jams, rail flyovers will be built at Kandra and Gamharia. Furthermore, a new bypass line between Kandra and Pandra-Sali is being planned to bypass Rajkharsawan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How will the Dedicated Freight Corridor help passengers?
Most goods trains will move to the Dedicated Freight Corridor, which will reduce the traffic load on existing tracks and prevent passenger trains from being delayed.
What is being done to improve speed at Tatanagar yard?
The railway plans to remove nine diamond crossings by October, which will eliminate the current 10 kmph speed limit in the yard.