Emergency sliding boom in operation at the level of crossing in Palakkad.
The Railway Division Palakkad has improved loops and modernized gates at the crossing as part of a continuing effort to strengthen railways and operational efficiency.
The division upgrades the loop lead for passengers to the standards of the main line to increase safety, and recognizes the loop lines of the critical role in the operation of trains for crossing, overtaking and stopping trains.
Loops are other traces of railway station that allow trains to cross, overtake or stop without disturbing the main line operation. They are usually built to lower standards than the main line with speed limits up to 30 km / h.
“The division improves the loop lines by replacing rails and sleepers, repairing the levels of alignment and ensuring the right track fittings and cushioning ballast to increase security,” said ARUN Kumar Chaturvedi.
The division has completed upgrades to 27 out of 56 targeted marshalling yards. The work on the loop upgrade will be completed by a gradual way, the railway officials said.
The division modernized the transition operations at the level by interconnecting all 129 levels of transitions below it. “They will ensure that trains can only pass when the gates are closed. This adds the level of safety for trains and road users,” said Mr. Chaturvedi.
Electrically operated lifting barriers (EOLB) quickly replace mechanically operated lifting barriers. Mr. Chaturvedi said that 30 EOLBS had already been entered and another 62 gates would be upgraded before April 2026.
“The traditional method of lifting gates involves heavy physical effort and is susceptible to technical problems such as wire transmission failure or wheel rotation. Electrically operated barriers require less manual efforts, reduce the chances of failure and ensure smoother and safer crossing operations,” he said.
He said that safety at all levels of transitions was strengthened by providing emergency sliding arms. “The sliding arms are backup systems that can be used in the event of any lifting barrier failure. These backup barriers not only ensure safety and continuous train operations, but also eliminate delays during technical problems,” said Mr. Chaturvedi.
Published – April 26 2025 20:54 is
