Western Railway’s Ratlam Division has successfully completed the doubling of the 14-kilometer rail section between Mandsaur and Daloda. This work is part of the larger Neemuch-Ratlam doubling project. The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) will now inspect the track and conduct speed trials to ensure everything is safe for regular passenger trains.
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What is the schedule for the CRS inspection and speed trials?
The CRS inspection and speed trials on the new track from KM 291.205 to 304.367 are scheduled from May 6 to May 8, 2026. This process is necessary to check the quality and safety standards of the 14 km stretch. Previously, a similar trial was successfully done on the Malhargarh-Mandsaur section on March 10-11, 2026, where trains ran at speeds up to 120 kmph.
Which trains will be affected by the trial runs?
Due to the high-speed trials, several train services will face disruptions between May 6 and May 8, 2026. Some trains will be short-terminated or partially cancelled. The affected services include:
| Train Service | Impact |
|---|---|
| Kota–Mandsaur Express | Disrupted/Partial Cancellation |
| Mandsaur-Udaipur City | Disrupted/Partial Cancellation |
| Ratlam-Udaipur City | Disrupted/Partial Cancellation |
What safety guidelines have been issued for the public?
Mukesh Kumar, Public Relations Officer of Ratlam Railway Division, has asked people to stay away from the tracks during the trial period. Since trains will run at very high speeds, it is dangerous to stand near the lines. The railway administration advised everyone to use only authorized crossings like Road Over Bridges (ROB), Road Under Bridges (RUB), or level crossings. The total Neemuch-Ratlam doubling project is being built with an estimated cost of ₹1100 crore.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why are some trains cancelled between May 6 and 8?
Trains are partially cancelled or short-terminated because the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) is conducting speed trials on the new 14 km Mandsaur-Daloda track.
What is the total cost of the Neemuch-Ratlam doubling project?
The entire Neemuch-Ratlam doubling project is being implemented with an estimated cost of approximately ₹1100 crore.
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