Electrification work of Bankura-Sonamukhi Section in Adra Division of South Eastern Railway has been completed. Commissioner of Railway Safety will inspect the electrification work on 18th July, 2020 for necessary safety clearance, according to a statement from South Eastern Railway.
Bankura- Sonamukhi section is a part of Bankura-Masagram Electrification Project. The total length of the electrification project from Bankura to Masagram is 118 km and the estimated cost is Rs 106.45 crores.
Electrification of the 41 km Bankura-Sonamukhi Section has been completed at a cost of approx Rs. 41.8 crores. There are a total of 8 Passenger Halts between Bankura and Sonamukhi.
Work on the remaining portion of the project between Sonamukhi and Masagram which is of 77 Km is underway.
Completion of the electrification work from Bankura to Masagram will help seamless operation on electric traction in the section.
Electrification work will also ensure better connectivity and punctuality in service by providing energy-efficient and pollution-free transportation, said SER.