Kota-Bhopal Rail Line: Project to start by March 2027, GM Dilip Kumar Singh reviews progress
West Central Railway General Manager Dilip Kumar Singh visited Kota to review key infrastructure projects. During his visit, he inspected the railway station, workshops, and ongoing works under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. He also discussed the progress of the highly anticipated Kota-Bhopal new rail line project.
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What is the status of Kota-Bhopal Rail Line?
The Ramganj Mandi-Bhopal new rail line is an ambitious project costing ₹3,035 crore. Out of the total 276 km length, 187 km of work is already complete. The Kota division has finished 145 km of track out of its 165 km share. The remaining 89 km section covering Biaora, Sonkatch, Narsinghgarh, and Kurawar is expected to be finished by the 2026-27 financial year, with a target to start operations by March 2027.
How will this new line benefit passengers and industry?
This new route will directly connect five districts including Kota, Jhalawar, Rajgarh, Sehore, and Bhopal. It will significantly reduce travel time and distance for various sectors:
| Benefit Area | Impact Details |
|---|---|
| Travel Distance | Distance between Bhopal and Kota will decrease by about 100 km |
| Travel Time | Passengers will save 2 to 3 hours of journey time |
| South-bound Trains | Trains from Jaipur to South India will save 115 km and 3 hours |
| Coal Transport | Distance to Kalisindh Thermal Power Plant will reduce by 42 km |
The project involves complex engineering with 4 tunnels, 4 large bridges, 34 main bridges, and 171 underpasses.
What other safety and facility checks were conducted?
General Manager Dilip Kumar Singh performed a window trailing inspection of the Kota-Sawai Madhopur section to check track and signaling. He also tested the Kavach safety system in a loco from Sawai Madhopur to Lakheri. This trial included loop line speed tests, auto-breaking distance, and auto-whistling on curved tracks to ensure passenger safety.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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