Archive · 19 May 2025
Visakhapatnam Electric Loco Shed Improves WAP7 Locomotive
Imagine a train engine getting a makeover!
The Electric Loco Shed in Visakhapatnam has made the WAP7 train engine better for the people who drive it.
They added cool new things like a comfy chair, better air conditioning, and a special desk.
These changes are like giving the driver a better office.
The team is also entering a competition to show off their work.
The boss was so impressed that they gave the team a reward for making the train better and safer for the drivers.
The goal is to make the drivers happy and help them do their job well.
Electric Loco Shed (ELS) in Visakhapatnam introduced crew-friendly modifications to WAP7 locomotive 37419.
The enhancements aim to improve operational excellence and crew comfort.
Modifications include a retrofitted crew desk, enhanced AC, and improved seating.
The upgraded locomotive was flagged off by the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM).
The DRM awarded ₹5,000 to the ELS team for their innovative approach.
- Who
- Electric Loco Shed (ELS) Visakhapatnam
- What
- Introduced crew-friendly modifications to the WAP7 locomotive.
- When
- Not explicitly mentioned, but the article was published on May 18, 2025
- Where
- Visakhapatnam
- Why
- To improve operational excellence and crew comfort.
- Locomotive Type
- WAP7
- Location
- Visakhapatnam
- Enhancements Introduced By
- Electric Loco Shed (ELS)
- Key Improvements
- Crew Desk, Cab AC Ducting, Ventilated Seats, Rear View Camera, Anti-Slip Flooring, Driver Tool Box
- Award
- ₹5,000
- Competition
- All India Electric Loco Cab Competition