Indian Railways: Monsoon Readiness Ensures Uninterrupted Train Services in Mumbai
Mumbai's suburban commuters can breathe a sigh of relief as Western and Central Railways gear up to ensure uninterrupted train services during the monsoon season.
Indian RailwaysMonsoon PreparednessWestern RailwayCentral RailwayMumbaiReal Estate MumbaiJun 30, 2024
Preventive measures include drone surveys of flood-prone areas, desilting and cleaning of 651 culverts and 323 km of drains, and the installation of new drains for efficient water discharge in railway yards. Western Railway (WR) and Central Railway (CR) have cleared over 3 lakh cubic meters of debris and installed 396 high-capacity pumps at vulnerable locations prone to waterlogging. Additionally, 14 automatic rain gauges have been set up to provide real-time rainfall data.
Special flood gauges have been installed at 98 locations, and tree trimming along the tracks has been conducted to prevent obstruction. Moreover, technical measures such as boulder netting and Canadian fencing have been implemented on the ghat sections of Central Railway. Innovative technologies like remote-operated floater cameras have been introduced to capture images of hard-to-access culverts and bridges, aiding in their cleaning and maintenance. Point machine covers have been installed at 231 flood-prone locations on the Central Railway network to enhance operational reliability during adverse weather conditions.
During heavy rains and severe weather alerts, CR and WR will collaborate closely with civic disaster management cells. Municipal bodies have been urged to raise awareness among local residents to prevent sewage and garbage disposal on railway tracks. Given Mumbai's topography, with its susceptibility to flooding during high tides and heavy rains, a special timetable has been adopted. Coordination with civic bodies ensures timely information on water releases from dams, crucial for safeguarding bridges and tracks.
In emergencies, local transport arrangements for swift passenger dispersal will be facilitated through municipal bodies, emphasizing collaborative efforts to uphold commuter safety and operational efficiency during challenging weather conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What measures have Indian Railways taken to prevent flooding in Mumbai?
Indian Railways has taken measures such as drone surveys, desilting and cleaning of culverts and drains, installation of new drains, and installation of high-capacity pumps to prevent flooding in Mumbai.
How many automatic rain gauges have been set up to provide real-time rainfall data?
14 automatic rain gauges have been set up to provide real-time rainfall data.
What innovative technologies have been introduced to aid in the cleaning and maintenance of culverts and bridges?
Innovative technologies like remote-operated floater cameras have been introduced to capture images of hard-to-access culverts and bridges, aiding in their cleaning and maintenance.
How will Indian Railways collaborate with civic bodies during heavy rains and severe weather alerts?
During heavy rains and severe weather alerts, CR and WR will collaborate closely with civic disaster management cells and municipal bodies to ensure timely information on water releases from dams and to prevent sewage and garbage disposal on railway tracks.
What arrangements will be made for swift passenger dispersal in emergencies?
In emergencies, local transport arrangements for swift passenger dispersal will be facilitated through municipal bodies, emphasizing collaborative efforts to uphold commuter safety and operational efficiency during challenging weather conditions.
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