Railway safety boost: OMS train completes 120 kmph speed trial on Soro-Bitroi section
The Izzatnagar Division of North Eastern Railway recently conducted a major safety inspection and speed trial to ensure secure train operations. On May 11, 2026, an Oscillation Monitoring System (OMS) special train successfully ran at a speed of 120 kmph on the Soro Shukar to Bitroi section. This exercise was led by the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) to check track stability and safety standards.
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What were the key areas inspected during the safety drive?
The inspection covered several critical rail sections and structures to ensure passenger safety. The CRS, Pranajeet Saxena, along with other senior officials, checked the following points:
- Bitroi-Manpur Nagaria and Soro Shukar-Bitroi rail sections
- Major Bridge No. 410 between Km 398/8 and 399/13
- SEJ Points 41 and 42 and arrangements at Manpur Nagaria station
- Steel Girder Bridge No. 92 on the Izzatnagar-Lalkuan-Kashipur section
Who were the officials involved in the inspection?
The process was monitored by a team of high-ranking railway officers to maintain strict safety protocols. The key officials present during the trial and inspection included:
| Official Name | Designation |
|---|---|
| Pranajeet Saxena | Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) |
| Neelmani | Principal Chief Engineer |
| Rajiv Verma | Chief Bridge Engineer |
| Manoj Kumar | ADRM Izzatnagar |
| Sanjeev Sharma | Senior Divisional Commercial Manager |
According to Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Sanjeev Sharma, the primary goal of this speed trial was to assess the structural capacity of the tracks and ensure that passenger safety remains the top priority for the railways.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the maximum speed achieved during the OMS trial?
The OMS special train successfully achieved a maximum speed of 120 kilometers per hour on the Soro Shukar to Bitroi rail section on May 11, 2026.
Which bridges were checked during the safety inspection?
The inspection included Major Bridge No. 410 on the Bitroi-Manpur Nagaria section and Steel Girder Bridge No. 92 on the Izzatnagar-Lalkuan-Kashipur section.