Major Milestone Achieved: Daund – Manmad Doubling Project Progress Update

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:

  1. Completed Doubling: Covering 134.31 km (56.76%)
    • Manmad – Kanhegaon
    • Visapur – Kashti
    • Akolner – Sarola
    • Puntamba – Padhegaon
  2. Near Completion: Encompassing 48.26 km (20.40%)
    • Padhegaon – Nimblak
  3. 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.

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