Special emphasis is being laid on initiatives aimed at enhancing passenger convenience and safety, capacity augmentation, introduction of modern (Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches, and steady progress in new line, doubling, and multi-tracking projects, he said on the occasion.
This important initiative is aimed at enhancing passenger safety, improving operational efficiency and enabling higher permissible train speeds on this vital rail corridor.
ECoR has applied to the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under the “BEE Shunya Labelling Programme” for Net Zero Certification.
The meeting reaffirmed ECoR’s continued commitment to strengthening the use of Hindi in official communication and ensuring strict adherence to the Government of India’s Official Language Policy.
This initiative follows the Railway Board’s directive, aimed at improving employee welfare and financial convenience.
Travelling without valid authority not only attracts penalties but also causes inconvenience to passengers and disrupts the travel environment, said ECoR officials.
The meeting was chaired by the Additional Divisional Railway Manager (Operations) of Khurda Road Division P K Behra.
Under this ambitious safety initiative, the ECoR has sanctioned Safety Fencing works, covering a total of 3,133 track kilometres under its jurisdiction, at an estimated cost of over Rs 1,061 crore.
The inspection was aimed at ensuring the safety, reliability, and smooth flow of train operations over the section. During the inspection, the track and associated infrastructure were thoroughly examined
The passenger special trains are being run to accommodate the surge of passengers and devotees visiting Puri for the holy occasion, including taking holy dips and participating in the rituals connected with Kartik Purnima.
