Southern Railway completes 100% broad-gauge electrification
Why in the news
Southern Railway declared its whole broad-gauge system electrified.
Key facts
- Coverage: every kilometre of the broad-gauge network, i.e. 100%.
- Length: 5,068 route km.
- Final section: Pattukkottai-Karaikkudi, 71 km.
| Parameter | Figure |
|---|---|
| Network electrified | 100% (broad gauge) |
| Route length | 5,068 km |
| Last section | Pattukkottai-Karaikkudi (71 km) |
Significance
- Lowers dependence on fossil fuels.
- Supports cleaner, more efficient rail transport.
Exam angle
- Zone: Southern Railway; milestone: full broad-gauge electrification.
- Final link: Pattukkottai-Karaikkudi, 71 km.
- Total length electrified: 5,068 route km.
- Benefit: less reliance on fossil fuel traction.