Bhubaneswar: East Coast Railway (ECoR) is expanding its technology-driven security network, with plans to increase its drone fleet from the existing 11 to 22 by March 2027 to strengthen passenger safety, monitor vulnerable railway sections and protect railway assets. ECoR is currently leading Indian Railways in drone-based surveillance through its initiative, “DROAWK EYE – Observation,…
Bhubaneswar: Olympian hockey player and East Coast Railway (ECoR) Sports Officer Amit Rohidas was felicitated by ECoR General Manager Parmeshwar Funkwal in recognition of his contribution to the Indian men’s hockey team’s gold medal-winning campaign at the Asian Games in Japan. Funkwal congratulated Rohidas on his achievement and commended his dedication, commitment and performance at…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to accommodate the expected surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming Durga Puja and Diwali festive season, special trains will be operated between Sealdah and Khurda Road on selected dates, railway authorities said. The additional services are aimed at providing passengers with more travel options and helping manage the anticipated festive…
Bhubaneswar: Train services in the Rayagada Division of East Coast Railway have been disrupted following a landslide between Maligura and Chhatariput stations, prompting the railway authorities to cancel several trains and curtail the operations of others as restoration work gets underway. The changes have been made as a safety measure and to facilitate clearance and…
Bhubaneswar: Train services in the Rayagada Division of East Coast Railway (ECoR) have been affected following a landslide between Maligura and Chhatariput stations, prompting the cancellation and partial curtailment of several trains. The changes have been made as a safety precaution and to facilitate restoration work in the affected section. Passengers have been advised to…
Bhubaneswar: East Coast Railway (ECoR) has stepped up restoration and safety work across the affected sections of Rayagada Division following continuous heavy rainfall that triggered landslides, soil slips and waterlogging at several locations. ECoR General Manager Parameshwar Funkwal reviewed the restoration work at Maligura on September 28, one of the worst-affected locations in the Koraput–Jeypore…
Bhubaneswar: The Railways will temporarily augment several trains originating from Odisha with additional coaches to accommodate the expected rise in passenger demand during the upcoming festive season. The additional coaches will provide extra berths and seating capacity on several important routes between October 1 and November 3, 2026. The Bhubaneswar–KSR Bengaluru Prasanthi Express (18463) will…
Bhubaneswar: Train services in the Rayagada Division of East Coast Railway have been disrupted following a landslide between Maligura and Chhatariput stations, prompting cancellation and partial curtailment of several services. The railway has taken the measures as a safety precaution and to facilitate restoration work in the affected section. Some trains have been cancelled, while…
Bhubaneswar: With passenger traffic expected to rise during the upcoming Durga Puja and Diwali festive season, the Railways will operate additional Puja Special trains on two important routes to accommodate the extra rush and facilitate passenger travel. The special services will connect Puri with Santragachi and Shalimar with Khurda Road during October and November. Puri-Santragachi-Puri…
Bhubaneswar: East Coast Railway General Manager Parmeshwar Funkwal on Wednesday reviewed the progress of the ongoing redevelopment of Bhubaneswar Railway Station, with focus on construction quality, safety and keeping passenger movement smooth during the works. Funkwal inspected the station’s concourse, platforms and other key areas to assess the progress of various infrastructure and passenger amenity…
