This project is part of ongoing efforts to increase network capacity on high-density routes, enabling faster movement of both passenger and freight trains. It addresses the growing transportation demands of industries and essential commodities.
The 14.52 km section lies on the High Utilisation Network (HUN-2) route. Currently, the Nimpura West Outer Cabin to Gokulpur section is a single line, with doubling work underway. Adding a third line will significantly boost line capacity and improve operational flexibility on this important corridor.
This route handles substantial passenger and freight traffic, including manganese, iron ore, containers, coal, clinker, pellet iron, iron and steel, wheat, stone, sleepers, slag, salt, rice, petroleum products, limestone, gypsum, fertilizers, edible oil, chemical salt, charcoal, cement, ballast, and ash. The total freight loading is approximately 23.80 Million Tonnes Per Annum (MTPA).
Currently, the section operates at 115.71% of its line capacity, indicating serious congestion. The third line will create additional capacity for growing traffic and enhance operational efficiency throughout the corridor.
Upon completion, the project will facilitate an extra freight volume of 3.52 MTPA. This upgrade will support smoother movement of goods, reduce bottlenecks, improve network reliability, and strengthen connectivity for industries relying on this vital rail link.
The approval underlines Indian Railways’ commitment to modernizing and expanding infrastructure on key routes to support faster and more reliable rail transport, thereby contributing to economic growth.
