Divisional Committee Meeting of MPs Held in Jharsuguda to Enhance Railway Services

Jharsuguda: The Divisional Committee Meeting of Members of Parliament (MPs) representing the Sambalpur Railway Division of East Coast Railway (ECoR) took place today in Jharsuguda. The meeting brought together distinguished MPs from both Chhattisgarh and Odisha, alongside Senior Railway Officials, including East Coast Railway General Manager  Parmeshwar Funkwal. During the meeting, Sangeeta Kumari Singh Deo,…

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East Coast Railway Intensifies Safety Measures Ahead of Diwali, Launches Drive Against Illegal Firecracker Transport

Bhubaneswar: As the Diwali festival approaches, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has ramped up its efforts to ensure passenger safety by launching a special drive targeting the illegal transportation of firecrackers and other inflammable items on trains. ECoR has made it clear that carrying dangerous goods such as firecrackers, gas cylinders, acids, petrol, and kerosene…

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Rail Grinding Machines Deployed to Enhance Track Safety in East Coast Railway

Bhubaneswar: The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has taken a major step toward improving track safety by deploying advanced 96-Stone Rail Grinding Machines (RGI96-5). These state-of-the-art machines, recently commissioned, are designed to enhance ride quality, ensure passenger safety, and extend the lifespan of railway tracks. The RGI96-5 is among the most sophisticated rail grinding machines used worldwide….

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East Coast Railway Bharat Scouts & Guides Hosts State Level Rovers & Rangers Meet in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: The East Coast Railway Bharat Scouts & Guides is currently hosting a State Level Rovers & Rangers Meet at its headquarters in Bhubaneswar, bringing together enthusiastic volunteers from various divisions across the region. Participants from the Khurda Road, Sambalpur, and Waltair Divisions, along with teams from the Headquarters, Mancheswar Carriage Repair Workshop, and the…

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East Coast Railway Introduces Special Trains to Meet Festive Season Rush

Bhubaneswar: In anticipation of the heavy passenger rush during the upcoming festive season, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has arranged a series of Special Trains to ensure hassle-free travel for devotees and festival-goers. These Puja Special Trains will operate until the last week of November, covering the Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja holidays. A…

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East Coast Railway Signs Landmark MoU with SBI to Enhance Financial Security for Employees

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to bolster the financial security and well-being of its workforce, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State Bank of India (SBI). This partnership brings a host of exclusive financial benefits and services tailored specifically to the needs of ECoR’s 59,762 employees, spread…

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ECoR Completes 2 km Tunnel on Khurda Road-Balangir Rail Line Project

Bhubaneswar: The Khurda Road-Balangir Rail Line Project, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has successfully achieved a breakthrough in a 1,975-meter-long tunnel (Tunnel No. 07) between Purunakatak and Charichhak. This marks a major step forward in improving rail connectivity in Odisha and the surrounding region. The Ministry of Railways has prioritized the completion of key infrastructure…

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East Coast Railway Commissions Freight Train Examination and Wagon ROH Facility at Sarla Station, Sambalpur Division

Bhubaneswar: In a significant leap towards enhancing railway infrastructure and supporting the burgeoning industrial sector in Western and Southern Odisha, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has commissioned a new Freight Train Examination and Routine Overhauling (ROH) Facility at Sarla Station in the Sambalpur Division. This milestone project, completed by RITES Ltd. in partnership with the…

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Boudh District Now Connected by Rail as ECoR Completes Sonepur-Jharmunda Section

Bhubaneswar: The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has marked another significant achievement with the completion and commissioning of the Sonepur-Jharmunda rail section, bringing the total commissioned length of the Khurda Road-Balangir Rail Link Project to 183 kilometers. This project milestone now connects Boudh district to the railway network, further enhancing the region’s connectivity. The Jharmunda-Boudh rail…

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ECoR General Manager Felicitates Hockey Olympian Amit Rohidas for Paris Olympics Bronze

Bhubaneswar: East Coast Railway (ECoR) General Manager Parmeshwar Funkwal today felicitated ECoR Sports Officer and hockey Olympian Amit Rohidas, recognizing his instrumental role in securing a bronze medal for the Indian Men’s Hockey Team at the recently concluded Paris Olympics. During the ceremony, Funkwal lauded Rohidas for his dedication and exceptional performance on the global…

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