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Kavach expansion: Railways floats tenders worth over ₹2,200 crore

(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 12)

Topic: GS3Indian Economy –  Infrastructure –  Railways
Context
● Indian Railways has initiated tenders worth over ₹2,200 crore for the installation of the indigenous Kavach automatic train protection system across 7,228 route kilometres.

● The move aims to enhance safety by preventing collisions on high-density routes.

Kavach System – Overview

Everything You Need To Know About

  • Indigenous Automatic Train Protection System: Developed by Indian Railways to prevent collisions and enhance safety.

Key Components:

  • Radio Frequency Identification (RFID): Installed on tracks and wireless devices to ensure real-time communication.
  • RFID Readers: Located in the locomotive’s cabin, assisting in train control.
  • Radio Infrastructure: Includes towers and modems placed at railway stations.
  • Cabin Instrument Panels: Displays signal aspects and speed limits to drivers for safer operation.

Features:

  • Automatic Brakes: Applied when red signals are ignored, preventing collisions.
  • Onboard Display: Provides signal aspects and safety information, aiding operation in low visibility.

Deployment:

  • Coverage: Set to cover 7,228 route kilometres, with tenders floated for ₹2,200 crore.
  • Current Progress: Installation ongoing across 3,000 route kilometres, with plans for 9,000 kilometres by year-end.
Practice Question:  Discuss the significance of train safety measures in India with a focus on the Kavach system. How does it contribute to accident prevention and efficient railway operations? (250 Words /15 marks)

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