Telangana’s railway network is undergoing major upgrades with the approval of Kavach 4.0 across 1,242 km of the South Central Railway. This indigenous train protection system and new infrastructure projects are enhancing safety and connectivity across the state.
The South Central Railway (SCR) has approved 1,242 km of the indigenous automated train protection (ATP) system, “Kavach 4.0,” and work is underway to award a tender for 410 km.
SCR Deploys Kavach 4.0 and Expands Rail Safety
According to an official release on Thursday, the ATP has been implemented over 627 km in the zone, and over the past ten years, some 499 rail flyovers and under-bridges have been built, greatly lowering level crossings and enhancing safety for both road users and rail passengers.
More than 900 kilometers of new lines have been built in Telangana during the past few years, according to the statement, which also noted that infrastructure projects are accelerating throughout the state, including the three high-speed rail corridors approved in the current budget.
Telangana Becomes Fully Rail-Electrified
With 1,115 km electrified and 900 km of new lines built, Telangana is now a fully rail-electrified state. Projects like Peddapalli–Nizamabad, Jaggayyapeta–Janpahad, Akkanpet–Medak, and Bhadrachalam Road–Sattupalli connected rural areas to the rail system.
🚄 Kavach 4.0 Expansion Highlights
- Approved Length: 1,242 km
- Under Tender: 410 km
- Already Deployed: 627 km
- Safety Upgrades: 499 flyovers and under-bridges built
- Electrification: 1,115 km fully electrified
- New Lines: 900 km connecting rural areas
The announcement further stated that the ₹521 crore Kazipet manufacturing facility, which can produce various rolling stock types like coaches and train sets, is almost finished.
🏗️ Kazipet Rolling Stock Facility
- Investment: ₹521 crore
- Production: Coaches, train sets, and multiple rolling stock types
- Impact: Supports Kavach 4.0 expansion and rail modernization
- Connectivity: Enables access to remote areas in Telangana
- Project Status: Nearing completion
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Describe Kavach 4.0.
The purpose of the domestic automated train protection (ATP) system Kavach 4.0 is to improve passenger safety by preventing train crashes.
2. To what extent has SCR implemented Kavach 4.0?
As of right now, 627 km of the SCR network have Kavach 4.0 installed; 1,242 km have been approved, and 410 km are up for bid.
3. What advancements in safety have occurred within the past ten years?
By building 499 rail flyovers and under-bridges, SCR has greatly decreased level crossings and increased road user and passenger safety.
4. To what extent is the railway network in Telangana electrified?
With 1,115 km of electrified lines and 900 km of newly built lines, Telangana is now completely rail electrified.
5. What is the manufacturing facility in Kazipet?
By producing a variety of rolling stock, including as coaches and train sets, the ₹521 crore Kazipet facility would improve India’s rail infrastructure capacities.
Conclusion
Telangana’s electrification, new rail line development, and Kavach 4.0 expansion are all changing the region’s railway connection and safety. Projects like the rolling stock facility in Kazipet will help Telangana develop into a state-of-the-art, fully integrated rail network that will connect far-flung locations and improve passenger safety in general.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Data and project details are as per official SCR release.
