KAVACH: A New Era in Railway Safety
South Western Railway has initiated a groundbreaking project for the deployment of KAVACH, an indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system. This Rs. 379 crore initiative will cover 1568 route kilometers (RKM) across Hubballi, Bengaluru, and Mysuru divisions, with a targeted completion time of 18 months.
KAVACH, a cornerstone of the Aatma Nirbhar Bharat and Make in India missions, is designed to enhance train safety and operational efficiency while reducing the risk of collisions and derailments.
Project Highlights
- Scope:
Survey, design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of KAVACH and associated equipment.- Approx. Total RKM: 1568
- Divisions Covered: Hubballi, Bengaluru, Mysuru
- Budget:
Approx. Rs. 379 crores for the entire project. - Timeline:
18 months for completion. - Key Features of KAVACH:
- Prevents train collisions.
- Reduces derailment risks.
- Optimizes operational efficiency.
- Complies with Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) guidelines.
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Route and Section Details
The implementation spans multiple vital sections across the three divisions:
- UBL-LD-HVR: 160 km
- UBL-BAY: 210 km
- LD-MRJ: 188 km
- HVR-ASK: 232 km
- SBC-MYS: 137 km
- SBC-JTJ: 145 km
- SBC-YPR-DPJ=158 Km
- SBC-TK-ASK: 163 km
- BYPL-DMM: 175 km
Total: 1568 RKM
Tender Invitation
Dy CSTE Project Hubli, South Western Railway (SWR), Hubballi, on behalf of the President of India, has invited two open e-tenders for this projects.
The KAVACH system reflects India’s vision for a modern and efficient railway network. Its integration will ensure smoother operations, bolster passenger safety, and increase satisfaction levels.
