Indian Railways has sanctioned a ₹163 crore project to enhance the electric traction infrastructure on the Parbhani–Mudkhed double-line section in Maharashtra's Nanded Division under the South Central Railway zone.
The project involves replacing the existing 1×25 kV traction system with a more efficient 2×25 kV traction configuration across approximately 164 track kilometres. The scope also includes the development of supporting power supply infrastructure to improve operational reliability.
The Parbhani–Mudkhed section is part of Highly Utilised Network (HUN) Route-9, a major railway corridor connecting Ajmer, Indore, Khandwa, Akola, Purna, Mudkhed, Secunderabad, Mahbubnagar, and Dhone. The route serves as an important link for both freight transportation and long-distance passenger services.
According to Indian Railways, the upgraded traction system will deliver a more stable and reliable power supply, enabling the corridor to handle higher freight loads while supporting faster passenger operations, including services such as the Vande Bharat Express. The modernization is expected to improve overall network efficiency and strengthen capacity on one of the country's busiest rail corridors.
- Buildonomics Staff
