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National 20 September 2026 · Event date: 19 September 2026

Indian Railways Approves ₹142 Crore for Upgradation of Electric Traction System to 2x25 kV on 73 RKM Savalyapuram-Guntur Section

Indian Railways has approved a ₹142 crore project to upgrade the electric traction system from 1x25 kV to 2x25 kV on the 73 RKM Savalyapuram-Guntur section of South Coast Railway. The project covers 146 Track Kilometres and forms part of HUN Route 8 to support growing railway operations.

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In Simple Words

Indian Railways has sanctioned ₹142 crore to upgrade the electric traction system on the Savalyapuram-Guntur section from 1x25 kV to 2x25 kV. This project covers 73 Route Kilometres and 146 Track Kilometres on the South Coast Railway.

Part of HUN Route 8, this upgradation strengthens power supply infrastructure and network capacity. It aims to efficiently handle growing traffic requirements and ensure smoother train operations in the region.

Key Points

  • Approved amount: ₹142 crore
  • Section: Savalyapuram-Guntur section
  • Route Kilometres: 73 RKM
  • Track Kilometres: 146 Track Kilometres
  • Railway Zone: South Coast Railway
  • System upgrade: From 1x25 kV to 2x25 kV electric traction system
  • Part of: HUN Route 8

Exam Angle

Ministry involved
Ministry of Railways
Section upgraded
Savalyapuram-Guntur section
Cost approved
₹142 crore
Route network part
HUN Route 8

A. ₹142 crore

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