Haryana becomes first state in India to have 100% electrified railway network
Indian Railways completed the electrification of the state of Haryana`s railway network in March 2023, making it the first state in the nation to have a fully electrified railway system.
Key Points
- The existing Broad Gauge network of Haryana is 1,701 Route kilometre, which is now 100% electrified, resulting in saving on account of reduced line haul cost (about 2.5 times lower), heavier haulage capacity, increased sectional capacity, reduced operating & maintenance cost of electric loco, energy efficient and eco-friendly mode of transportation with reduced dependence on imported crude oil, saving of foreign exchange.
- Further, new Broad Gauge network shall be sanctioned along with electrification, in sync with Railways’ policy of 100% electrified network.
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