Konkan Railway seeks CM's help to prevent grid failures during rains
MSEDCL
during the monsoon, warning that power grid failures could trap trains inside tunnels.
Konkan Railway Corporation Ltd managing director Santosh Kumar Jha said, "The CM has taken the matter seriously and directed MSEDCL to act accordingly.
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The entire KR route was electrified in 2022, and trains now operate on 25 kV electric traction. KR is on high alert with the monsoon timetable in effect from June 15 to Oct 20 — the duration has been reduced by 15 days compared to previous years. Sectional speeds are adjusted to ensure safety during this period of challenging weather.
KRCL has intensified pre-monsoon measures, including extensive cleaning of drains and cuttings and execution of geo-safety works to prevent boulder falls and soil slips.
ha said that 24x7 control rooms are operational in Belapur, Ratnagiri, and Madgaon throughout the monsoon. Medical teams are positioned at Chiplun, Ratnagiri, Verna, Madgaon, Karwar, and Udupi to handle any emergencies. Over 630 trained personnel will patrol vulnerable zones, supported by RMVs at nine key locations and excavator-mounted wagons at strategic points.
Accident Relief Medical Vans with OTs are deployed at Ratnagiri and Verna.
An Accident Relief Train (ART) is also stationed at Verna for rapid response. LED signals, self-recording rain gauges at nine stations, flood alert systems at key bridges, and anemometers at viaducts and major bridges help monitor rainfall and wind. Walkie-talkies, satellite phones, VHF sets, and 1-km interval EMC sockets ensure seamless communication.
Real-time updates are available on www.konkanrailway.com or helpline 139.
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