en.Wedoany.com Reported - Indian Railways has approved an electronic interlocking (EI) project worth INR 2.26 billion for 13 stations on the Durg-Taroki section of the Raipur Division, South East Central Railway (SECR). This project will replace traditional panel interlocking systems with advanced signaling technology, enhancing operational safety, reliability, punctuality, and efficiency, while supporting future growth in passenger and freight traffic.
The approved electronic interlocking project will replace the existing panel interlocking (PI) systems with advanced electronic interlocking technology to achieve safer, faster, and more reliable train operations, as well as increased operational flexibility for railway personnel. Electronic interlocking (EI) is considered by Indian Railways to be one of the most advanced signaling systems currently available, featuring automated route setting, improved monitoring capabilities, and enhanced operational safety. This technological shift is expected to reduce the probability of signal failures, improve system reliability, and enable faster service restoration during operational disruptions.
The 13 stations covered by the project include: Marauda (MXA), Rism (RSA), Gondardihi (GDZ), Lata Bhor (LBO), Balod (BXA), Kusumkasa (KYS), Dalli Rajhara (DRZ), Gudum (GUDM), Bhanupratappur (BPTP), Keoti (KETI), Antagarh (AAGH), Taroki (TDOK), and the Raipur Warehousing Depot (RSD). These stations form a key corridor within the Raipur Division.
Expected operational advantages of the new signaling system include: enhanced safety through automatic signaling and route control; improved reliability by reducing dependence on traditional interlocking equipment; faster restoration of train services during signal disruptions; improved punctuality through efficient route management; greater operational flexibility for train movement management; and enhanced technical readiness to handle growing passenger and freight volumes.
The electronic interlocking project aligns with Indian Railways' overall strategy of adopting advanced technologies to modernize the signaling system across its national network. By replacing aging signaling infrastructure with digital systems, Indian Railways aims to enhance operational efficiency and build a more resilient railway network capable of meeting future transportation demands. This investment reflects Indian Railways' continued emphasis on implementing technology-driven solutions to improve service quality and operational performance.
