Bhubaneswar, July 31:The Ministry of Railways has taken a significant step to enhance safety and increase train speeds in Odisha.
Ministry of Railways have sanctioned ₹275.01 crore for safety fencing along the railway tracks in the Bhadrak-Palasa and Khurda Road-Puri Railway sections of the Khurda Road Division under East Coast Railway (ECoR) .
This project aims to facilitate the safe movement of trains at speeds up to 130 mph and beyond.
By erecting fences along the boundary of railway land, the raillway officials intend to prevent trespassing and protect trains from miscreant activities like stone pelting.
Additionally, this initiative will help safeguard livestock and wildlife.