North Central Railway (NCR), Jhansi division, on March 28, 2026, successfully commissioned automatic signaling system in the 18.4-km Rasulpur Gogamau–Paman–Lalpur section on the Jhansi-Kanpur rail line.
With this system in place, safe train operation on the same track at reduced intervals will now be possible, thereby increasing line capacity and improving punctuality. The new automatic signaling system minimizes the possibility of human error, thereby strengthening passenger safety.
Key Features of the Project:
Commissioning of ABS System: The Automatic Block Signaling (ABS) system has been successfully implemented across this entire 18.40-kilometer-long section.
23 New Automatic Signals: To divide the block section into smaller segments, 23 new automatic signals have been installed. This enables higher-density train operations without compromising safety.
Accurate Tracking: A total of 121 Detection Points (DP) and 119 Track Sections have been provisioned. This determines the exact location of the train and significantly increases the reliability of the signaling.
Upgradation to 4-Aspect Signaling: 11 signals have been upgraded to the 4-Aspect signaling system. This provides loco pilots with earlier and clearer visual indications, making train control much easier.
Advanced Interlocking of Level Crossings: A total of 06 Level Crossing gates (LC Gate No. 224, 223, 222, 221, 220, and 216 ‘C’) have been interlocked in accordance with the ABS system, ensuring the safety of both rail and road users.
