New Delhi, June 9: Indian Railways has cleared two infrastructure projects worth around ₹447 crore aimed at upgrading electric traction systems on important high-traffic railway sections in southern India.
The projects will upgrade existing 1×25 kV traction systems to the more advanced 2×25 kV system, a modern configuration designed to improve power supply stability, increase line capacity, and support smoother movement of heavier and faster trains.
One of the sanctioned projects covers the Bengaluru–Tumakuru section in Karnataka under the South Western Railway zone. This corridor is a key link connecting industrial hubs and sees heavy passenger and freight movement. The upgrade is expected to ease congestion and improve operational reliability.
The second project focuses on the Mahbubnagar–Secunderabad–Medchal stretch under the South Central Railway zone. This route is part of a crucial freight and passenger network in Telangana and plays a significant role in regional connectivity. The traction enhancement is expected to reduce bottlenecks and improve service efficiency.
Railway officials said the transition to the 2×25 kV system will strengthen the overhead traction network, reduce transmission losses, and ensure better handling of increasing traffic demand. The modernization is also expected to support energy-efficient and higher-capacity train operations.
The initiative forms part of Indian Railways’ broader modernization plan to upgrade electrified routes, improve network reliability, and prepare the system for rising passenger and freight volumes.
With one of the world’s largest electrified rail networks, Indian Railways continues to focus on infrastructure upgrades that enhance speed, safety, and sustainability across its operations.