Indian Railways: ₹895.30 crore approved for Kolkata Metro upgrade and Adra bridge works
Indian Railways has approved projects worth ₹895.30 crore to improve power systems and bridge infrastructure. The announcement was made by PIB India on May 2, 2026. These projects will focus on increasing train frequency in Kolkata and strengthening a critical bridge in the Adra Division.
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How will the Kolkata Metro upgrade benefit passengers?
The government approved ₹671.72 crore for the North-South Corridor of the Kolkata Metro. This includes building seven new Traction Substations for ₹291.06 crore and upgrading the power system from 11 KV to 33 KV between Netaji Metro Station and Kavi Subhash Metro Station for ₹380.66 crore. These changes will allow trains to run every 2.5 minutes instead of the current 5-minute gap, which will reduce crowding and increase capacity.
What is the plan for the Adra Division bridge?
A budget of ₹223.58 crore is sanctioned for the construction of Bridge No. 520 UP and 520 DN in the Madhukunda–Damodar section. The existing bridge was built in 1903 and 1965 and has developed structural distress. The project includes yard remodelling and track work to ensure a safer and stronger route for freight trains and industrial connectivity under the South Eastern Railway.
| Project Component | Cost | Key Objective |
|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Metro Power | ₹671.72 Cr | Reduce headway to 2.5 minutes |
| Adra Bridge Work | ₹223.58 Cr | Replace old bridge (1903/1965) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Kolkata Metro में ट्रेन की फ्रीक्वेंसी कितनी कम होगी?
पावर सिस्टम अपग्रेड होने के बाद ट्रेन का headway 5 मिनट से घटकर 2.5 मिनट रह जाएगा, जिससे यात्रियों को कम इंतजार करना होगा।
Adra Division में किस ब्रिज का पुनर्निर्माण किया जा रहा है?
Madhukunda–Damodar सेक्शन के ब्रिज नंबर 520 (UP और DN) का पुनर्निर्माण किया जाएगा क्योंकि यह काफी पुराना हो चुका है।
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