Indian Railways will modernize twenty one stations in Samastipur division with electronic interlocking

Indian Railways is taking a major step toward modernizing its network by launching a significant signaling upgrade across the Samastipur Division under the East Central Railway. Indian Railways is investing 233 crore rupees to upgrade 21 stations with advanced technology. This ambitious project aims to replace outdated relay-based panel interlocking systems with state-of-the-art, computer-based Electronic Interlocking technology. Passengers and rail enthusiasts can look forward to improved operational efficiency, better system reliability, and simplified maintenance processes across these busy routes. Confirmed on September 1, 2026, this modernization initiative highlights a broader national strategy to enhance passenger safety and punctuality throughout the country.

The primary goal of this technological transition is to establish the robust signaling infrastructure required to support Kavach. Kavach is India's indigenous Automatic Train Protection system designed to prevent accidents. Integrating this advanced hardware will significantly bolster safety measures by actively preventing Signal Passing at Danger incidents and enabling automated train speed control during adverse conditions.

Stations Benefiting from the Upgrade

The comprehensive modernization project covers twenty one specific stations in the division. The complete list of stations slated for this crucial infrastructure upgrade includes Madhubani, Angar Ghat, Badla Ghat, Dhamara Ghat, Rusera Ghat, Ramgarhwa, Bhagwanpur Desua, Narhan, Naya Nagar, Rajnagar, Salauna, Imli, Olapur, Koparia, Simri Bakhtiyarpur, Sonbarsa Kachhari, Pandaul, Dr Srikrishna Singh Nagar Garhpura, Baijnathpur, Budhma, and Murliganj. Travelers passing through these locations will soon experience safer, more reliable rail journeys as Indian Railways continues its relentless march toward total network modernization.