Tripura witnessed a significant milestone today in its journey towards launching electric train services.
Today newly constructed 132 KV transmission line was formally commissioned, connecting the Banduar 132 KV substation to the Udaipur Railway Traction Substation under Gomati District.
With this development, preparations are now complete for running electric trains from Matabari Railway Station.
Official from Tripura State Electricity Corporation said that at present, train services in Tripura are operated with diesel locomotives, which are not only costly but also harmful to the environment. The introduction of electric train services is expected to reduce operational costs and curb pollution significantly. Wednesday’s inauguration marks a major step by the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) towards electrifying the state’s railway network.
According to official from both the Railways and TSECL, electricity supply to the Teliamura Railway Traction Substation of Khowai District will commence soon. Gradually, every railway station in the state will be brought under the electrification network. Once the entire railway route is electrified, electric train operations will be formally launched in Tripura.
Speaking at the inauguration, Nandita Das, Additional General Manager of TSECL’s Gomati district, said the project would bring a transformative change to the state’s transportation system, making passenger travel faster, more affordable, and environmentally friendly. The event was attended by Udaipur Deputy General Manager Ananda Sarkar, senior TSECL officials, Northeast Frontier Railway representatives, and Udaipur station authorities.
