In a significant development, the Daund – Manmad Doubling Project has achieved notable progress, marking a crucial step towards enhancing rail infrastructure. Here are the key details:
- Total Length: The project spans a total length of 236.61 km.
- Length Commissioned: A substantial 134.31 km has already been commissioned.
- Remaining: With 102.3 km left to complete, the overall physical progress stands at an impressive 78%.
Financial Overview:
- Cost: The estimated cost of the project is ₹2081.27 Cr.
- Expenditure till Date: An expenditure of ₹1624.53 Cr has been incurred.
Project Phases:
- Completed Doubling: Covering 134.31 km (56.76%)
- Manmad – Kanhegaon
- Visapur – Kashti
- Akolner – Sarola
- Puntamba – Padhegaon
- Near Completion: Encompassing 48.26 km (20.40%)
- Padhegaon – Nimblak
- In Progress Section: Extending over 54.04 km (22.84%)
- Nimblak – Akolner
- Kanhegaon – Puntamba
- Kashti – Daund
- Sarola – Visapur
Key Project Metrics:
- Land Acquisition: 13.57 / 68.165 Hectare (19.9%)
- Completed Works Details:
- Earthwork: 122.20 / 162.043 Lcum (75%)
- Blanketing: 2.48 / 4.00 cum (62%)
- Important Bridges: 1 completed, 4 in Progress (18%)
- Major Bridges: 13 / 28 (46%)
- Minor Bridge/LHS/RUB: 101 / 117 (86%)
- Station Building: 11 / 21 (52%)
- Track Linking: 156.03 / 289.643 Track km (54%)
- OHE (Overhead Equipment) Foundation: 2400 / 6000 (40%)
- OHE Mast Erections: 2000 / 4800 (42%)
- OHE Wiring: 289.64 / 150.00 Track km (52%)
- New Signalling Electronic Overlocking: 6 / 22 Stations (27%)
- Signalling Indoor and Outdoor Works: 16 / 36 (44%)
Impact and Benefits: The completion of the Daund – Manmad Doubling Project is poised to significantly enhance train mobility, alleviating congestion in the section. This achievement marks a substantial advancement in the region’s rail infrastructure, promising improved efficiency and reduced transit times.