Indian Railways approved a major signaling upgrade project on June 17, 2026, to reduce train accidents and improve safety. The Ministry of Railways announced an investment of ₹405 crore specifically for the Eastern Railway zone. This project is one of the largest signaling investments aimed at modernizing how trains are managed across busy routes.
What changes will happen in the signaling system?
The project will replace old relay-based interlocking systems with modern Electronic Interlocking (EI) technology. This upgrade will cover 32 stations on High Density Network (HDN) and Highly Utilized Network (HUN) routes. The detailed breakdown of the stations is as follows:
| Station Type | Number of Locations |
|---|---|
| Panel Interlocking (PI) / Route Relay Interlocking (RRI) | 25 Stations |
| Intermediate Block Signaling (IBS) | 7 Locations |
Why is this upgrade necessary for passengers?
The old relay-based systems had several issues like poor wiring, outdated power supplies, and improper earthing. These problems increased the risk of failures and required frequent maintenance. The new Electronic Interlocking (EI) system uses digital technology to control train movements with higher accuracy. This will lead to fewer signaling failures and better reliability for daily commuters.
How does this fit into the larger railway plan?
This upgrade is part of a bigger strategy to create a modern signaling ecosystem. The new infrastructure will support advanced safety technologies like Kavach, automatic block signaling, and centralized traffic control. These systems work together to ensure that trains run safely and on time across the network.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
इस सिग्नलिंग प्रोजेक्ट की कुल लागत कितनी है और यह कहाँ लागू होगा?
इस प्रोजेक्ट की कुल लागत ₹405 करोड़ है और इसे पूर्वी रेलवे (Eastern Railway) के 32 महत्वपूर्ण स्टेशनों पर लागू किया जाएगा।
पुरानी रिले-आधारित तकनीक को क्यों बदला जा रहा है?
पुरानी तकनीक में तारों की खराबी और पुराने बिजली सिस्टम के कारण फेलियर का खतरा ज्यादा था, जिसे अब डिजिटल Electronic Interlocking (EI) से बदला जा रहा है।