IRCON successfully launched a 91.4-meter, 565-metric-ton open web girder over three active railway tracks in just 1 hour 40 minutes. This critical milestone for the Katni Grade Separator project enhances connectivity, easing train movement across Katni city by bypassing its congested yards, ensuring faster passenger and freight transport.
Tackled Challenges with Coordination:
- The launch was carried out in close coordination with South East Central Railways’ Bilaspur division officials, ensuring smooth execution while adhering to strict safety protocols.
- This achievement signifies a crucial step in completing the up-line of the 15.85-kilometer Katni Grade Separator project.
- This rail-on-rail connection will significantly enhance operational efficiency by linking the east and west sections of the UP Grade Separator viaduct.
- The new infrastructure will expedite project commissioning and facilitate faster movement of both passenger and freight trains, reducing congestion at Katni Junction and streamlining rail operations in the region.
Conclusion:
IRCON’s successful completion of the open web girder launch marks a pivotal moment in the Katni Grade Separator project. This engineering feat not only showcases IRCON’s expertise in complex railway infrastructure but also promises improved rail traffic flow, reinforcing Katni’s role as a vital transit hub in India’s railway network.
Source: IRCON | Images Credit: IRCON
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