South Coast Railway Zone Notified as India’s 18th Zone
Why in the news
The Ministry of Railways formally notified a new zone, called the South Coast Railway Zone. It is slated to begin functioning on 1 June 2026.
Key facts
- Headquarters: Visakhapatnam.
- Position: the 18th railway zone in the country.
- Start date: 1 June 2026.
- Divisions: Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada and Guntur, all carved from zones that already existed.
- Stated goals: better logistics, port connectivity, tourism and regional economic growth.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Zone | South Coast Railway Zone |
| Headquarters | Visakhapatnam |
| Count | 18th zone |
| Operational from | 1 June 2026 |
| Divisions | Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Guntur |
Exam angle
- Likely question: where is the zone headquartered, and which divisions does it include?
- Number tag: 18th zone; operational date 1 June 2026.
- Purpose tags: logistics, ports, tourism, regional growth.