en.Wedoany.com Reported - Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW) has awarded HBL Engineering Limited a contract worth INR 17.14 billion (excluding 18% Goods and Services Tax) for the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of onboard Kavach version 4.0 equipment. The project is scheduled for completion within 12 months, aiming to support the accelerated deployment of the indigenous train protection system across the Indian Railways network.

This contract is one of the largest orders for the onboard Kavach system, reflecting Indian Railways' continued focus on expanding the deployment of advanced train protection technology across its network. Under the contract, HBL will be responsible for the complete deployment of onboard Kavach locomotive equipment (version 4.0), covering equipment supply, system installation, performance testing and validation, commissioning, and operational integration to ensure the system is ready for safe railway operations.

Kavach is an indigenous Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system developed specifically for Indian Railways, designed to prevent accidents caused by human error and operational mistakes. The system continuously monitors train operations and automatically triggers interventions when unsafe conditions are detected, ensuring trains operate within permissible parameters and serving as an additional safety layer.

The awarding of this contract highlights the growing momentum in the implementation of Kavach by Indian Railways. With a contract execution period of 12 months, this project is expected to significantly promote the accelerated adoption of Kavach technology in the locomotive fleet, supporting Indian Railways' efforts to enhance passenger safety, improve operational efficiency, and reduce accident risks.

Additionally, HBL Engineering Limited has secured another contract from Patiala Locomotive Works (PLW) for the supply, testing, and commissioning of the onboard Kavach version 4.0 system, with the project scheduled for completion by April 2027.

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