Railway safety boost: Kavach technology training begins in Sonepur Division
The East Central Railway (ECR) has started a special training program for the ‘Kavach’ train safety system in the Sonepur Division. This indigenous technology is designed to prevent major accidents like collisions and signal overshooting. The training session, organized by the Signal and Telecommunication Department, focused on making railway personnel proficient in using this advanced safety system.
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What is the Kavach system and how does it work?
Kavach is an Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system developed by the Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO). It provides real-time information to loco pilots about signals and speed limits. If a driver fails to respond to a red signal or exceeds the speed limit, the system automatically applies emergency brakes to stop the train without human intervention.
Key details of Kavach implementation in ECR
The Ministry of Railways has approved a project worth ₹1822 crore to install Kavach across crucial routes of the East Central Railway. This includes the DDU-Patna-Jhajha main line. The system will eventually cover approximately 2,200 kilometers within the ECR jurisdiction to reduce the risk of accidents.
| Feature/Project | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Cost (ECR) | ₹1822 Crore |
| ECR Coverage | Approx 2,200 km |
| Key Routes | DDU-Patna-Jhajha main line |
| Developer | RDSO |
| Delhi-Palwal Status | Kavach 4.0 implemented on 34 km |
Who led the training in Sonepur Division?
The training program was attended by Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Amit Saran and Additional Divisional Railway Manager (ADRM) Suman Kumar Tanti. They emphasized that the system is vital for controlling overspeeding and preventing head-on collisions. Personnel from Muzaffarpur and other areas of the Sonepur division participated in the session to learn the operational details of the technology.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Kavach system क्या है?
यह एक स्वदेशी Automatic Train Protection (ATP) सिस्टम है जो सिग्नल उल्लंघन और टक्कर को रोकने के लिए अपने आप ब्रेक लगा देता है।
East Central Railway में इस प्रोजेक्ट का बजट कितना है?
Ministry of Railways ने ECR में Kavach सिस्टम लगाने के लिए ₹1822 करोड़ का बजट मंजूर किया है।