Indian Railways approved a project worth ₹201 crore to install the indigenous Kavach safety system in the Ambala Division. This decision was announced on Monday, June 15, 2026. The project covers 811 route kilometers of broad gauge tracks to make train operations safer for passengers.
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Which routes will get the Kavach system
The safety system will be deployed on several key rail corridors that connect Haryana, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh. The main sections include:
- Ambala Cantt to Ludhiana
- Kalka-Chandigarh-New Morinda-Sahnewal
- Sirhind to Daulatpur Chowk
- Rajpura-Bathinda-Sri Ganganagar
- Ludhiana-Dhuri-Jakhal
How will Kavach improve train safety
Kavach is an Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system designed to prevent accidents. It works by automatically applying brakes if the driver misses a signal or if two trains are on the same track. This technology prevents Signal Passing at Danger (SPAD) and reduces the risk of collisions on high-density and strategic routes.
Project details and implementation
The project is part of an umbrella program for providing Kavach with an LTE-based communication backbone on remaining routes. The implementation will be managed by Northern Railway within the Ambala Division to improve reliability and capacity on these busy tracks.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the cost of the Kavach project in Ambala Division?
The Indian Railways has approved a budget of ₹201 crore for the installation of the Kavach system across 811 route kilometers.
Which states will benefit from this safety update?
The project covers key rail corridors connecting the states of Haryana, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh.