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64 km between Devarkadra, Krishna rail line electrified

SCR electrified 64 route km between Devarkadra-Krishna rail line, part of Mahabubnagar-Munirabad new line project. The project is likely to reduce the distance between Secunderabad and Hubli, Goa and beyond by over 100 km.

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Whistle-blower system needed to check corruption, says railway official

SCR's Arvind Malkhede stresses need for whistle-blower system to tackle corruption. DRM Narendra Patil says Vigilance Dept. should guide officers & staff. Prizes distributed to winners of 3-month campaign on Vigilance Awareness.

The Hindu

SCR to run ‘Amrit Kalash Yatra’ special train from Vijayawada to Delhi on Oct. 28

SCR to run 'Amrit Kalash Yatra' special train from Vijayawada to New Delhi on Oct 28. Train to transport activists participating in Meri Maati Mera Desh campaign. Campaign launched on Aug 9, 2023 to pay tributes to martyrs. Sacred soil & rice collected from households across country to be used…

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SCR’s five Vande Bharat trains running to 100% capacity

Vande Bharat Express trains have become the preferred mode of transportation for youth and working class, with 56% of passengers in this category. SCR data shows 29.08% passengers are 25-34 yrs, 26.85% are 35-49 yrs & 11.81% are 60+ yrs. 7.16 lakh passengers have availed the services since introduction. Indian…

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₹30,000-crore Railway works underway in Telangana: Kishan Reddy

Centre commits to develop rail network in Telangana; ₹30,000-cr works underway. PM Modi allocates ₹5,000-cr for projects. Four trains flagged off with extended services from Secunderabad station. BRS MLAs accused of obstructing projects; people to "teach them a lesson". SCR GM Arun Kumar Jain says extended services to benefit people…

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Early detection can help cure breast cancer, says expert

Around 10 lakh women die of breast cancer in India every year, Roots Health Foundation chairman Dr. P. Vijay Bhaskar has said, adding that early detection can ensure a cure. The Roots Health Foundation, in association with South Central Railway (SCR), launched ‘Pink Ribbon Campaign’ on October 8 (Sunday) as…

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RPF to check IRCTC’s tourist trains for inflammable material to prevent fire mishaps: official

RPF officers to inspect IRCTC tourist trains to prevent fire mishaps. SCR personnel to check passenger/tourist trains with pantry cars. Indian Railways planning to equip bogies with CCTVs in all trains. CCTVs to be installed in all railway stations in SCR zone, linked to Vijayawada station.

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SCR GM reviews safety drive in trains to check fire mishaps

GM Arun Kumar Jain directs senior officials to ensure on-board staff are vigilant for unauthorised items. Special safety drive to prevent fire incidents. Staff must adhere to safe working conditions and display 'no smoke' signs. Working hours of running staff monitored, relief provided where needed.

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SCR commissions its longest rail-over-rail flyover near Gudur station in Andhra Pradesh

SCR commissions longest Rail-over-Rail flyover near Gudur station in Tirupati district. 2.2 km flyover constructed by RVNL with state-of-the-art tech. Flyover designed to handle traffic in both directions, reducing waiting period of trains at Gudur Station.

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The travails of travellers mount as MMTS suburban train services veer off-track

The MMTS’ daily ridership has dropped to 45,000-50,000 passengers a day for its truncated 70-odd services. Before COVID, the MMTS was carrying 1.20 lakh passengers across 121 services. In sharp contrast, Hyderabad Metro Rail is packed to capacity, carrying more than four lakh passengers daily.

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‘Centre approves doubling of two railway lines in SCR’s jurisdiction’

SCR GM Arun Kumar Jain announces two major projects approved by PM Modi: doubling of Mudkhed-Medchal & Mahbubnagar-Dhone sections, Guntur-Bibinagar section. Projects to facilitate new trains, freight transportation, socio-economic development in AP & Telangana. Projects to connect N & W India to S, ease traffic congestion, provide alternative coal &…

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Several trains cancelled, partially cancelled and diverted to facilitate maintenance works

The South Central Railway (SCR) has cancelled, partially cancelled and diverted several trains to facilitate works pertaining to infrastructure maintenance. The trains were cancelled up to August 20, the railway authorities said in a release on August 16 (Wednesday).

The Hindu

SCR begins pilgrim special for south India

SCR's first "Divya Dakshin Yatra with Jyotirlinga" pilgrim train starts from Secunderabad, providing opportunity to visit important temples & tourist towns in TN & Kerala. Passengers can board/de-board at various stations in Telangana & AP. Train offers AC & Non-AC compartments, allowing citizens to explore cultural & historical places without…

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SCR to stick to January 2024 deadline for MMTS Phase Two works

The doubling and electrification works are being completed between the Secunderabad and Moula Ali sections.

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Progress in Guntur-Guntakal doubling-electrification rail work

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New president for Vijayawada division of SCR women’s welfare organisation

Dr. Varsha Patil takes charge as President of SCRWWO, Vijayawada Div. She visits Asha Kiran, Spoorthi, E-World, Career World and Jack & Jill School. Aims to improve lives of railway families and their children.

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SCR plans to build new Yadadri railway station for MMTS link

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Five sleeper coaches of Falaknuma Express impacted in fire: SCR

Alert railway staff pulled the alarm chain and stopped the Falaknuma Express train when they noticed the fire, says SCR official

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SCR has over 1,000 manned level crossings to eliminate

A campaign to sensitise road users to safe behaviour in and around level crossings was also being taken up by organising special checks and street plays.

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Untimely rains take a toll on mango exports from Andhra Pradesh

Untimely rains and strong gales appear to have hit mango exports, as evidenced by the fact that no rakes of the South Central Railway (SCR) have been booked to export the fruit to other States this year

The Hindu

U.P. plans State Capital Region on lines of NCR

Amid the U.P. government’s ambitious plan to make the State a one trillion dollar economy within five years, only a few districts have been attracting investment intents.

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Howrah-Chennai line has no Kavach system yet

The indigenously developed automatic train protection system -- Kavach -- has been deployed across SCR and is being deployed across the Indian Railway network according to the priority set by Railway Board

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Telangana formation day | The growth of South Central Railway

Railways has been chosen as one of the engines of growth by the Modi government and this is reflected in heavy duty investments towards its development and growth across zones, South Central Railway (SCR) being no exception.

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SCR wants ₹832.43 crore from govt for ‘enroaching’ its land

Telangana government owes ₹832.43 crore in all to the South Central Railway (SCR). This includes the ₹265.35-crore dues as part of its share for the MMTS Phase-II works

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Railway officials hold freight customers’ meet

South Central Railway (SCR) loads coal, fertilizers, iron ore, granite, food grains, fish, horticulture products and other commodities. Executives of various companies took part in the meeting.

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