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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Yellow Line receives CRS safety nod
Kolkata: The Yellow Line's Phase I, or the 7 km Noapara-Airport corridor, has received the mandatory safety nod from the Commissioner of Railway Safety. PM Narendra Modi will launch the section along with two other new stretches on Friday. This will be the city's maiden airport-metro connectivity, featuring three new stations and an existing one, Noapara, which is part of the North-South or the Blue Line. On Saturday morning, NF Circle CRS Sumeet Singhal inspected the 3.6km Dum Dum Cantonment-Jai Hind (airport) stretch of the Yellow Line, which will eventually extend to Barasat. Singhal conducted a trolley inspection and speed trials and expressed satisfaction with the readiness. The total cost of the 7km segment is Rs 1,866 crore, including the three new stations – Dum Dum Cantonment, Jessore Road, and Jai Hind (airport). The Noapara station was already there as part of the Blue Line. While Jessore Road station has been built on the surface, Noapara and Dum Dum Cantonment stations are on an elevated viaduct. The airport station is underground. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata | Gold Rates Today in Kolkata | Silver Rates Today in Kolkata Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
CRS inspects Yellow Line airport section
1 2 3 4 Kolkata: The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) on Saturday inspected the airport section of the Noapara-Barasat Metro corridor. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the Noapara-Airport section or Phase I of the Yellow Line on Friday. CRS, North Circle, Sumeet Singhal, surveyed all sub-systems, such as tracks, trains and emergency response features, from Dum Dum Cantonment to Jai Hind Bimanbandar stations and conducted a trolley inspection. Next came speed trials in his presence. Anuj Mittal, principal chief engineer, Metro Railway, and other officials were present. "Singhal expressed satisfaction on the readiness of the section," a Metro spokesperson said. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Time of India
Murals of Mizo heritage add colour to Bairabi-Sairang railway tunnels
1 2 3 4 5 6 Aizawl: Newly built railway tunnels along the Bairabi-Sairang section in Mizoram have been decorated with vibrant murals showcasing Mizo culture. This comes soon after the successful safety inspection by the commissioner of railway safety, Northeast Frontier Circle, Sumeet Singhal, on June 10, followed by a speed trial run. The tunnel walls showcase depictions of Mizo heritage like traditional dance, attire, farming scenes, and the legendary warrior spirit — each mural reflecting the community's bond with nature and its rich cultural tapestry. The Bairabi-Sairang railway line will connect Aizawl to India's national rail network for the first time, ushering in faster access to trade, tourism, and services. For Mizoram, the project signals a transformative leap in connectivity and opportunity. According to the ministry of railways, the project is over 94.5% complete in physical terms and 97% complete financially. Built at a revised cost of Rs 5,021.45 crore, the railway navigated daunting engineering challenges through some of the country's most rugged terrain. Now that commissioner of railway safety clearance is in place, the ministry is preparing for the inauguration. For the people of Mizoram, this railway is more than infrastructure — it is a symbol of inclusion, movement, and long-awaited recognition. In a land once separated by hills, steel tracks now promise unity.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
PM Modi likely to inaugurate Bairabi-Sairang rly line: Official
Aizawl: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate the 51.38km long Bairabi-Sairang broad gauge rail line, which is linking the outskirts of Mizoram capital Aizawl city, most probably by July, an official of the Northeast Frontier Railway (NRF) said on Sunday. The official, however, said it is yet to be confirmed as no official communication has so far been received from the ministry of railways. The construction of the Bairabi-Sairang railroad is nearing completion as safety inspection of the railway line between Hortoki and Sairang has been conducted by Sumeet Singhal, commissioner of railway safety (CRS), Northeast Frontier Circle, between June 6 and 10 and has submitted his report to the ministry of railways on June 11. The approval of the ministry is awaited. Singhal had already conducted safety inspection of the railroad between Bairabi and Hortoki in July last year and his report was approved by the railway ministry in early Aug. Speed test of train has also been completed successfully. The ministry of railways reports that the project is nearly complete, with over 94.5% physical progress and 97% financial progress. Constructed at a revised cost of Rs 5,021.45 crore, the railway overcame engineering challenges in one of India's most rugged terrains. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esta pulsera antimosquitos bate todos los récords de ventas en España ZSONIC Compra ahora Undo According to available reports from the rail ministry, construction of the railway line is no ordinary railway building as it involves the construction of 32 tunnels, 35 major bridges and numerous smaller bridges, overpasses and underpasses. Among its standout achievements is a bridge towering 104 metres high. Aizawl: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate the 51.38km long Bairabi-Sairang broad gauge rail line, which is linking the outskirts of Mizoram capital Aizawl city, most probably by July, an official of the Northeast Frontier Railway (NRF) said on Sunday. The official, however, said it is yet to be confirmed as no official communication has so far been received from the ministry of railways. The construction of the Bairabi-Sairang railroad is nearing completion as safety inspection of the railway line between Hortoki and Sairang has been conducted by Sumeet Singhal, commissioner of railway safety (CRS), Northeast Frontier Circle, between June 6 and 10 and has submitted his report to the ministry of railways on June 11. The approval of the ministry is awaited. Singhal had already conducted safety inspection of the railroad between Bairabi and Hortoki in July last year and his report was approved by the railway ministry in early Aug. Speed test of train has also been completed successfully. The ministry of railways reports that the project is nearly complete, with over 94.5% physical progress and 97% financial progress. Constructed at a revised cost of Rs 5,021.45 crore, the railway overcame engineering challenges in one of India's most rugged terrains. According to available reports from the rail ministry, construction of the railway line is no ordinary railway building as it involves the construction of 32 tunnels, 35 major bridges and numerous smaller bridges, overpasses and underpasses. Among its standout achievements is a bridge towering 104 metres high.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Time of India
Hortoki-Sairang inspection report submitted to rail ministry: Official
Aizawl: The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) Northeast Frontier Circle Sumeet Singhal has submitted the inspection report on safety of the 33.864km stretch of the newly constructed railway between Hortoki and Sairang section, a senior Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) official said on Sunday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Kapinjal Kishore Sharma, the chief public relations officer (CPRO) of NFR, told TOI over phone from Guwahati that Singhal submitted his report on safety of the Hortoki-Sairang section, a part of the 51.38km Bairabi to Sairang railway to the ministry of railways on Wednesday. The CSR conducted the safety inspection for five days in a stretch from June 6 to June 10 which included speed trial run of the railway at the section on June 10 at the speed of 35, 50, 80 and 110km per hour (kmph). The Bairabi to Hortoki section had already been inspected for safety in July last year and approved by the ministry of railways by early August. With the completion of the final leg, Mizoram is now fully integrated into the national railway network, Sharma said. The CPRO said this transformative achievement is expected to enhance passenger and freight movement, stimulate socio-economic growth and fulfil a long-standing aspiration of the people of Mizoram to see trains arriving in the heart of their capital. The safety inspection was conducted by the CRS via motor trolley on foot, followed by a speed trial using an inspection specially hauled by the high speed WDP 4 diesel locomotive, he said. The Hortoki–Sairang section lies in a hilly terrain and includes 32 tunnels and 35 major bridges. Despite the tough terrain, commendable work has been carried out by the NFR. Following the inspection, the CRS has authorised the opening of the broad gauge line from Hortoki to Sairang for public carriage of goods and passengers at a maximum permissible speed of 90 kmph on the main line. The CRS is not under the ministry of railways but the ministry of civil aviation and capable of making impartial and independent decisions.
