Ministry of Railways E-Book‘SOUTH EAST GHAT lUP ROAD DIVERTION| KM, 110/0-120/0NL JBC - MHC CONTENTS The Growth Momentum (Our Business Passenger Business Freight Business Indian Railways-Production Units Undertakings and other Organizations Achievements and Initiatives + Infrastructure & Make in India + Digital Rall + Speedier Journeys * Green Initiatives and Energy Saving * Good Governance and Participative Governance * Transparency, Accountability & Efficiency * Resource Mobilisation and Enhancement of Productivity + swachh Rall, Swachh Bharat © Safety * International Cooperation * Tourism * Better Services to Customers * Developing the North East Hill Railways Kangra Valley Railway Darjeeling Himalayan Railways (DHR) Matheran Light Railway Nilgiti Mountain Railway Kalka Shimla RailwayCUCL a cy mL EE Cry usa) MESSAGE OF MINISTER OF RAILWAYS Railway provides people the opportunity to progress and prosper as they move along its vast network of tracks rvetting the nation together. ‘Along with enabling mobility itis the catalyst for economic growth in any region. Just the announcement ofa ral survey is enough to give a boost to the economy of that area, creation of job opportunities and general improvement in infrastructure. No other network connects people or connects with people ike the Indian Raliways and the Railways delivers on allcounts. |lam, therefore, delighted to present this e-book to the people of this country, It encompasses everything that Indian Railways stands for today, its ethos, its legacy, its achievements, its constant endeavour to improve its services towards its customers and its defining role in India's economy. Linvite all ofyou to join in this virtual journey of the ‘Magic of India’ ‘thatisthe Indian Railways.TEU TE) MRO CTC Government of India MESSAGE OF MINISTER OF STATE FOR RAILWAYS ‘The e-book ofthe Ministry of Railways isa welcome document asit contains basic information about Indian Railwaysin aconcise way. itpaints a broad picture of Indian Railwaysasit exists today. This organization is one of the oldest in the country and has proven to be the pivot and the lifeline ofthe economy. ‘The section "Initiatives and Achievements of Indian Railways" is of special interest as it sets the tone of the future of Indian Railways This e-book is a must read for the insights that it gives about the Indian Railways. MESSAGE OF CHAIRMAN, RAILWAY BOARD It gives me great pleasure to present this e-book to the people of India. The book includes broad aspects of what indian Railways stands for ‘and the direction itis headed. From its history to the course which has been set for its future development, this document covers it all. The achievements and initiatives of the Ministry of Railways reflect the good governance practices which have been adopted. the Railways. | invite you to read this e-book of the Ministry of Railways to understand this vast organization and its importance as the growth engine of India's economy. AK. Mital CCMA) Ministry of Railways Cee)Railways in India unfolded a page in history starting 1853 and continues to add illustrious chaptersin this history to build aglorious nation. Constantly accelerating its momentum, Indian Railways, today, Is speeding its way into the future. From a humble 34 km beginning, it has grown and transformed into one of the world's largest rail networks with over 64,000 route kms, more than 7000 stations, connecting every city, town and village of India. Carrying, ‘over 23 million passengers and more than 2.68 million tonnes of freight daily, Indian Rallways is the economic lifeline of India and plays a highly constructive role in meeting the transportation requirements ofall core sectors of india. Today the growth strides of Indian Railways are supplemented with its new and innovative green steps which are helping in creating sustainable transportation inone of the largest economies of the world ‘The primary business of Indian Railways is transportation of freight and passengers. Together With its ancillary units: the public sector enterprises and production units, Indian Rallways conduets its business efficiently by transporting more than one billion tonnes of freight and 8,300 milion passengers annually tovarious destinations. Polished over a history exceeding 160 years, the technological capabilities of Indian Raliways have enabled India to offer rolling stock and infrastructure building solutions to various South East Asian countries and many countriesin the continent of Africa Apillarof Indian economy, Indian Railways has recently gained membership of the select one billion tonne freight loading club joining other rallwayslike U.S, Chinese and Russian Rallways. This landmark loading and transportation of essential freight commodities offered tremendous boost to the growth of the core industries. The connectivity provided by indian Railways provides accessibility which leads to opportunity. The heartbeat of abillion Indians, Indian Railways now connects India asnever before. With the opening of the Pr Panjal railway tunnel, Indian Railways has paved the way into an all weather all year round connectivity into the Kashmir valley. The ralnetwork has been extended deeper into the North Eastas well.Passenger Business Indian Railways carries a large number of people daily. From April 2013 till March 2014, the Railways provided transportation more than 8000 million peoplein various categories of trains, catering to the needs of all. Premium trains ; which have dynamic fares operating, have been introduced and have seen great success. Jan Sadharan Trains , comprising entirely of general class coaches have been run successfully and are extremely popular on various routes. NUMBER OF TRAINS Type of Trains Broad Metre Total Gauge Gauge _—(Incl.NG) EMU 4728 0 4728 Dy ERLE Fy 3,213 MCU CLT FE) rer) ET xr 4500 3500 +3000 2500 2000 1800 1000 ORIGINATING EARNINGS (€ in Crores) SS yr Fo 2013-16 2014-15Freight Business Indian Railways provides material essential for the survival of the primary industry. Itis for this reason that itis known as the growth engine of the country and the pivot of the national economy, The basic commodities carried by Indian Railways are coal, iron ore, steel, pig iron, raw material for steel plants, cement, foodgrains, fertiliser, mineral oil and containers. TONNES ORIGINATING EARNINGS (Z IN CRORES) (eemsions (IN MILLIONS)WEDELIVER Freight Business fauna ARCOLA WE DELIVER1 a) al oC E ‘s [a4 i= fj TG = J [o} 2) — id ~~ n A n 2) = i= =) < S » .°) => mo] ° _ a Rail Coach Factory (RCF) Bec Se gee era Peace eee: pacman tty ees Groeten ae) ee Cretan cee ay Pee as rine Pe eer ere Pierre roe aes MM enjowos07 8910 &Undertakings and other Organizations ‘As many a8 16 public Sector Undertakings and other Organisations are functioning under the Ministy of Ralways, their deals are given below: 1.|RITES | 1974 | Todesign, establish, provide, operate, maintain and performengineering, technical and consultancy services for development of projects / systems ofall types and descriptions pertaining to Railways and Other Sectors/Industries in India and outside. 2 |IRCON | 1976 | To undertake construction activities in India and abroad on turnkey basis or otherwise in various fields of infrastructure like Railways, Bridges, Roads, Highways, Industrial and Residential Complexes, Aitports, etc. 3 [CRIS | 1986 | To provide consultancy and IT services to Indian Railways as partners to conceptualize and realize technology initiatives, to build new products or services and to implement prudent business and technology strategies. TRFC | 1986 | Toraise funds from the marketto part finance the Plan Outlay of indian Railways. 5 |CONCOR| 1988 |To develop multi-modal logistics support for India's international and domestic containerized cargo and trade. 6 |KRCL | 1990 |To construct and operate rallway Ines, construct Road Over Bridges and rall line projects, 7 |RCIL | 2000 | To uilize the surplus telecom capacity and right of way available with the indian Railways to build nationwide optical fibre cable based broadband telecom and multimedia network, @ |IRCTC | 2001 |To undertake catering and tourism activities of the Railways. Also facilitates internet ticketing through its website @ |PRCL | 2001 |To execute the Surendranagar-Rajula-Pipavav Port gauge conversion and new line projects in Gujarat 7O/RVNL {2003 [To create and augment the capacity of railinfrastructure. To mobilize resources mainly through muttateral/bilateral funding agencies and also through domestic market for successful implementation of projects. TT /RLDA | 2005 | To develop vacant railway land for commercial use forthe purpose of generating revenue by non-tariff measures forindian Railways, 72|DFCCIL {2006 |To plan and construct Dedicated Rail Freight Corridors (OFCs) for movement of freight trains onthe corridors, 73/MRVC__| 1999. | Toplan & implement al projects in he Mumbai Metropolitan Region, 14/BWEL | 1978 | To manufacture Wagons and undertake structural fabrication jobs. 75/BSCL__| 1976 _| To manufacture Railway rolling stock 76/BCL_ [1976 |To manufacture wagons, undertake structural fabrication jobs and manufacturing, retrofitting of EOT crane,Achievements and Initiatives of Ministry of RailwaysTET EN ES CSS eC Cee ian on) See Uae R et higher loads therefore greater revenues. Click hereto see the designs.ees Perec iniialy eer aoe eee eS ert Re end ee eed inser of Rataays, Se Surosh Praonakar Pray Sound Alerts for travellers during night to intimate train arrival at pecreteeen Ree ee ee Coe aa a ee Online booking of Retiring Rooms: Retiring Rooms can be booked at 434 stations on webs eae reSpeedier Journeys + Indian Railways is running premium special trains on 21 popular routes. Seven more routes are to be added. These trains which have been operated under dynamic fare system have earned approximately 40 per cent additional revenue as compared to trains operated on normal fares. They ensure assured seats and al times faster service. + Asuccessful trial of semi high speed trains with 160 kmph has been conducted between New Delhi-Agra. The other identified sectors for 160 kmph are: Delhi-Agra, Delhi- Chandigarh, Delhi-Kanpur, Nagpur-Bilaspur, Mysore-Bengaluru-Chennal, Mumbal- Goa, Mumbal-Ahmedabad, Chennai-Hyderabad and Nagpur-Secunderabad. These routes are also under various stages of study. + High Speed Trains on the lines of bullet trains are set to become a reality in the country. Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor has been identified as the first corridor. Itis the part of the Ministry's ambitious plan to have Diamond Quadrilateral network of High Speed Rail connecting major metros and growth centres of the country. The intent was also showcased in the Railway tableau in the Republic Day Parade ,2015.Green Initiatives and Energy Saving ‘The Ministr of Ralways commssioned a 30 KW Solar Plant at roof ‘opofRalBhawan at Now eli, on 28" December 2014 Solar Powor Panels of total 2.1. MW capacty installed. and commissioned at Rall Coach Factor, Rae Bara. At presen, this factrys functioning completely onslarpower. Project fr provision ofa Solar Power Plant Shr Maa Valshno Kara Raiway Staton staredin ine wth Honble Pame Minster's recon This wouldbeapatofthe National SlarMission. Web based Eleccal Energy Management System, RALSAVER, ‘naugurate to provide platform for energy consumpton data whch il ave the way forsystematc collection, assimilaton interpretation and analysis of data_in_evohing future strategies for concevng, ‘implementing and further inlarsying energy consacvaton eforts of Indian Raiways, + ThaMinisty ofRalways has consuted anew Doctorate in Ralway Board, ‘Environment Management, which would be responsible for ‘ensuring effective lization of wala rasoures and conduct of energy and water audts and all matters related wih environment ‘management ‘The fst EMU (RewatiRohlak) using environment indy fuel CNG, vas lagged of. These onginesworkon dal ful. sel and natural 2s. The technology adopted in these engines 's based on "Fumigation Abou 20% substtuton of éesel can be achieved by tis Good Governance and Participative Governance Gwalior Gonda Sushasan Express (weekly) was flagged off on 25" December 2014. Stations and premises of some ofthe railway stations with very few trains and scanty footfall are proposed to be used for skil development activities as has been emphasised by the Hon'ble Prime Minister. Railways would alsohelp in marketing rural products made by selfhelp ‘groups and other such agencies so as to help common rural people. Emphasizing onthe need to make indian Railways citizen oriented and enable them to provide inputs on various aspects onraiways to improve servicesin raiways, the Ministry has adopted the method of participative governance. The Ministry of Railways has invited suggestions from the publicon various subjects forthe forthcoming railway budget 2015-16, Transparency, Accountability & Efficiency ‘A task force was constituted under the direction of Railway Minister to suggest the framework wherein appropriate power in taking fnancial and tender related decision to various field functionaries were given ‘The ask force would suggest an appropriate lechnology based systemic framework to provide for ilernal checks and balance. Desiing implementation ofralay projects in a transparent and ecient manner, the Railway Minister ‘decided thal the powers ville delegated lo the operalingleves. Fortis purpose, the Mniser appointed a ‘one man Committee under the chairmanship of Mr. E. Sreedharan, Ex-MDIDMRC to suggest a proper system and procedures fo ensure accountabilty and transparency at the General Managers and other {functionaries level for aking allcommercialdecisionsincluding that of tendering. An interim reparthas since been received. In order to improve the railway recruitment system, the Railway Minister has directed Railway Board to Undertake entire recruitment exercise including recruitment On Line' and to examine for implementation of this projectinatime-bound manner with adequate checks andbatances.+ "Investors. Meet’ organised to discuss various issues pertaining to Private Investment in rail sector especially PPP and FDI on 5" December 2014. Participants included representatives from Chambers of Commerce, Relay PSUs, PSUs of Ministy of Heavy Industry, Investment Consultants, Investment Bankers, Infrastructure sector, Construction Sector, Port Sector, Rolling Stock Manufacturers, Raw Material Manufacturers et, + The detailed sectoral policy guidelines for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Railways have been finalised Click ink tosee guidelines. + Transportation ofcoalis an important activity of nian Railways ands very crucial forthe country’s power supply system. Ralways along with Power and Coal Ministries held special joint meeting to put tree critical coal connectivity projects on fast track and formed Mult Disciplinary Project Monitoring Unit for better coordination The three rail connectivity project fr coal movement are: i) Tor-Shivpur(44kms), Shivpur-Kathauta (53kms) in Ibvalle, Ocishai) Bhupdevpur-Korichapan-Dharamjaigath (180kms) in Mand-Raigarh Coatfeld, Chhattisgarh TUTTE PEEVE PEIGuidelines have been issued to all Zonal Railways for inviting tenders for engaging professionaliteputed agencies for the purpose of outsourcing of cleanliness at 50 major railway stations of 'A1’ & A’ categories on Indian Railways, The Minister of Railways has emphasized on sustained cleanliness activites on Indian Railways, “The Rallway Minister has also issued directions for formulation of Integrated Policy on Cleanliness at the station, platforms and coaches. This policy wil ensure better and effective coordination among numberof departments involved for providing cleanliness. Tis Integrated policy on Cleanliness would clearly ay down the parameters and benchmarks for cleanliness. The Policy would clearly lay down structuresiprocedures far garbage collection, garbage sorting and garbage disposal ‘As pat ofthe “Swachh Bharat Mission*, announced by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Indian Ralways has launched amassive special cleanliness campaign since 2" October, 2014 Gandhi Jayanti Diwas involving 'Shramdaan’ and awareness activites throughoutthe country Eni raterity ‘ofmore than 13lakh Railwaymen/women including ofcersare being urgedregulaly tobe apartofths ‘campaign, ether in the "Shramdaan’ relating to cleanness activty or in spreading awareness on cleanliness. ‘Through the Participative Governance model adopted by the Ministy of Ralays, suggestions have been invited onthe website for end-o-end solutions for general cleanliness and cleanliness in toilets ‘over train tolls and stations. SwachchBharat ee Fam Taam a aire get tees wea @ EAR gare FY weal FMinister of Railways has directed the Railway Board to explore the use of Geo-spatial technologies for reduction/elimination of accidents at unmanned level crossings. Talks are already at an advanced stage with ISRO The Railway Minister directed the Rallway Board on 1" December 2014 to putin place Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) regarding quick evacuation of the injured persons from the railway track. The Railway Minister also desired for putting place a system-drive frame work to ensure compliance of SOPs by all concerned Ministry of Railways and Ministry of Road Transport & Highways signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on policy related to constructions of Road Over Bridges and Road Under Bridges on National Highway corridors on 10" November 2014, This will speed up trafic on both rail and road and enhance safety of road users ay Clearance of Vario Coe nan AO an eee rere ro er Sern eu eo oer Indian Railways and Republic of Korea signed a Mol on Technical Cooperation on 17" November 2014. The MoU would enable techical assistance and cooperation between the Railways ofthe two ‘counties on areas such as High Speed Rail, Modemisation of Roling Stock, Raiway Operations, Modernisation of Signaling, Constucton & Maintenance technologies and in development of Logistics ParksTerminals. ‘Cooperation between Bangladesh and India were enhanced with increased ‘connectivity by increasing the number ‘ofdaysofrun of Maiiree Express fom2 daysaweekto3daysaweck Eee Eee Ucar ay eeu Cire aoe ntl ing Technical Cooperation in Railway Sector, at Ceo ie eu Rae al eea err See one ae ue) ae Se aR eee TyWith a view to promote rail tourism in the country and to provide reasonably priced tourism package to tourists, especialy the pilgrims in the country, Indian Railways has operated 11 pilgrim special tourist train packagesin the first phase. They are Sukhmangalam Yatra, 2 Dham Special, Shirdi-Mumbai Yatra, Vishwaroopa Darshan, Akhand Bharat Trail, Jyotirlinga Circuit, 2 Guru Krupa Yatra, Puthandu Mahangal Darshan, Vivekananda Special. Reon Fnowcarrunic THE MATION EAUTY ‘TUSHOWCASMGITSONERSITY WE DELIVER rg the an ata ty dosh ka mel iciSe ec cer un IRCTC. Ths has started on trial basis on a few trains on Delhi—Amrisar section since Sees Developing the North East + Inline ith te Prime Minster Siri Narendra Mods ine of vision forte dovelopment ofthe Noth East an tan calle 'Gyanodaya Expres -atou-package forthe sudan of Universo vist Nh East, was aggedoffom Deh on 18" Novae 2014. + Anew out rom Mendipatharin Meghalaya to Guwahat in Assam gt connected by al wh te Hole Prine Minister Shi Narenra Mod lagging of the fst ranon2? Noverer2014, PNT Le I Lt oa taal LULL) + Tofurther boost the development cf rallink in North Eastern region, the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shei Narenda Modi laid the foundation fora new rail route from and western parts ofthe country will be introduced in the Rajdhan Bharat SaranginMizaramon 29" Noverbor 2014, lake ral eonnoctlty Aizawl tho capo Moran, Ree es ELIVERSESE Kangra Valley Railway ‘The Kangra Valley Railway was constructed wi c 100 and started operating on 1,4.1929. This 164 kmlong railway stretch cover 0 tations the highest point on this ine at an elevation of 1,289 meters. This World Heritage Site includes few spectacular tourist sites like Jwalaji Temple, Brijeshwari Temple, Chamunda Temple, Palampur, Baijnath, Dharamshala. i ia Sra ae sE E = Darjeeling Himalayan Railways (DHR) The toy train on the Darjeeling Himalayan section is not merely a source of delight for the young and old, it also represents the engineering skills of the highest order. This 83 km long section connecting Darjeeling with the railhead at Siliguri is of great importance and has been bestowed World Heritage Site status. The train passes through dense forests of Sukna and it chugs along the hill slopes and at places where a clear path is not available. Ghum station is the second highest railway station in the world to be reached by steam locomotive E E SSES Ly ce S| Matheran Light Railway Matheran, discovered in 1850, has since been a nature lovers’ delight. The journey involves an adventurous two-hour ascent in a narrow gauge train, with food vendors and monkeys jumping on and offas the valley glides by sedately. Nilgiri Mountain Railway Nilgiti Mountain Railway in Tamil Nadu is another tourist attraction. The railway stil relies on its fleet of steam locomotives. Nilgiti Mountain Railway comes under the jurisdiction of the newly formed Salem Division. In July 2005, UNESCO added the Nilgiri Mountain Railway as an extension to the World Heritage Site of Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, the site then became known as "Mountain Railways of India.”Hill Railways Kalka Shimla Railway ‘Ambala Division is the proud custodian of “WORLD HERITAGE SITE-KALKA SHIMLA RAILWAY" The line measuring 95.57 km. from Kalka to Shima was finally opened for traffic on November 9, 1903, ‘As per “Guinness Book of Rail Facts & Feats’, the Kalka ~Shimla Railway line has been described as “The Greatest Narrow Gauge Engineering in India”. This line moves through steep winding gradients through Shivalik ranges and has 919 curves, with the maximum curvature of 480 (R= 37m). wn anal op through and at 3000R high, ithe highest brosa guageTolearna ge hundred dialects, d eat a thousand cuisines and meet:a million people you only need Ye ; SS) sas) ; = ey ie