Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Railway Improves Tracks for Smoother, Safer Journeys
Imagine trains going on a track that needs some fixing.
The railway workers, specifically the Howrah Division of Eastern Railway, have been working to make the tracks better between two places called Cheragram and Belmuri.
They fixed the tracks by changing how they curve and removing some tricky turns.
This helps trains run more smoothly, making rides safer and more comfortable for you and other passengers.
The work was done in July, using special machines.
The goal is to help trains arrive on time and need less fixing in the future.
Eastern Railway's Howrah Division realigned tracks on the Howrah – Burdwan Chord Line.
The work took place between July 18 and 20.
Track geometry improved to reduce rail wear and enhance passenger comfort.
Reverse curves were removed, improving alignment and efficiency.
The project aims to improve punctuality and reduce maintenance.
- Who
- The engineering department of Eastern Railway’s Howrah Division.
- What
- Track realignment and optimization work.
- When
- Between July 18 and 20.
- Where
- Between Cheragram Block Hut and Belmuri station on the Down Howrah – Burdwan Chord Line.
- Why
- To improve speed, safety, and operational efficiency.
- Department
- Engineering, Eastern Railway’s Howrah Division
- Location
- Cheragram Block Hut to Belmuri station
- Line
- Down Howrah – Burdwan Chord Line
- Dates
- July 18-20
- Objective
- Improve speed, safety, and operational efficiency