Vande Bharat Express: High-tech maintenance depot being built in Bilaspur, completion target by August
Indian Railways is building a modern maintenance depot in Bilaspur to take care of Vande Bharat trains. The project is being developed with an investment of approximately ₹150 crore. Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for this project on March 12, 2024, as part of a larger package of 43 railway projects in Chhattisgarh.
What are the main features of the Bilaspur Depot?
The new depot will have advanced facilities to ensure the smooth running of Vande Bharat and other modern trains like Amrit Bharat and LHB coaches. It is being built near the old depot in Bilaspur. The facility will include the following equipment:
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Repair Shed | 220 meter long heavy repair shed |
| Lifting System | 25 ton EOT crane and synchronized jacking system |
| Cleaning | Automatic coach washing plant |
| Technical Setup | Retractable OHE for safe inspection and air compressors |
| Infrastructure | Administrative building and sub-station building |
When will the project be completed and who is managing it?
The South East Central Railway (SECR) is implementing this project. According to recent reports from June 2026, the construction work is moving fast and is expected to be finished by August. Senior DCM Anurag Kumar Singh stated that once the depot is ready, the cleaning, inspection, and maintenance of Vande Bharat trains will become more effective. The project is being monitored closely to ensure it meets quality standards and is completed on time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
बिलासपुर में वंदे भारत डिपो की कुल लागत कितनी है?
इस अत्याधुनिक डिपो के निर्माण की अनुमानित लागत लगभग ₹150 करोड़ है।
नया डिपो कब तक बनकर तैयार हो जाएगा?
रेलवे के लक्ष्य के अनुसार, इस हाईटेक डिपो का निर्माण कार्य अगस्त तक पूरा होने की उम्मीद है।