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The metro rail route spanning 5.4 kilometres between New Garia and Ruby in Kolkata is set to embrace a modern signalling system. The railway safety commissioner has granted approval for the operation of trains using electric interlocking-dependent signalling technology. The official authorization document was received this Monday at the metro headquarters, dispatched from the north-eastern boundary of the South Circle.
Initiating metro services between New Garia and Ruby in February of the previous year, all conditions for operation were met, securing the necessary clearance. However, subsequent scrutiny of the route's comprehensive infrastructure led to the decision to prioritize the implementation of electric interlocking-dependent signaling systems.
Over the past year, multiple trial runs were conducted as part of preparations to commence metro operations. The positive outcomes of these trials have paved the way for official approval to operate trains, as confirmed by reliable sources.
The newly introduced signalling system signifies a departure from the conventional practice of allowing only one train to operate on a single track at any given time. With this advancement, multiple trains can now run within shorter intervals, reducing the waiting time between trains to approximately 10 minutes on the metro rail.
While safety commissioners initially planned to inspect various aspects of the East-West metro, specifically from Howrah Maidan to Esplanade stations, this inspection has been postponed due to work pressures. A rescheduled date for the examination is yet to be confirmed.
Additionally, preparations for the Taltala-Majherhat metro route are in full swing, with expectations that all arrangements will be in place by January 22. During this period, there may also be an opportunity for officials to conduct inspections along the East-West metro route. The exact date, however, remains unconfirmed at this time.
