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| Dibrugarh - New Delhi Rajdhani Express powers ahead with end-to-end electric traction | | |  Early Times Report
MALIGAON, June 26: In a landmark achievement towards sustainable and efficient rail operations, Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has rolled out the end-to-end electric traction run of the 12423/12424 (Dibrugarh - New Delhi - Dibrugarh) Rajdhani Express. With this, one of the premier trains of the region now runs entirely on electric traction, marking a major step in Indian Railways' mission of complete electrification and reduction of carbon footprint. The transition to end-to-end electric operation of the Rajdhani Express reflects NFR's steadfast commitment to modernizing railway infrastructure in the Northeast. The fully electrified journey was made possible following the recent completion of electrification works in the remaining sections under NFR, particularly in the Dibrugarh - Tinsukia -Lumding - Guwahati route. The seamless electric operation significantly enhances efficiency, reduces travel time, lowers operational costs and contributes to environmental sustainability.
The New Delhi - Dibrugarh Rajdhani Express has commenced operations under electric traction from 25th June 2025, marking a significant milestone in railway electrification. In return journey, Dibrugarh - New Delhi Rajdhani Express, will operate under electric traction from 27th June 2025 onwards. In a move towards sustainable transportation, several other prominent trains connecting eastern and northeastern India are also transitioning to electric traction. Train No. 13181 (Kolkata - Silghat Town) Express is set to run under electric traction from 30th June 2025, while Train No. 13182 (Silghat Town - Kolkata) Express will begin operations from 1st July 2025. Train No. 12345 (Howrah - Guwahati) Saraighat Express started running on electric traction from 25th June 2025 and Train No. 12346 (Guwahati - Howrah) Saraighat Express from 26th June 2025. Additionally, Train No. 13248 (Rajendra Nagar - Kamakhya) Capital Express made its electric debut on 25th June 2025 and Train No. 13247 (Kamakhya - Rajendra Nagar) Capital Express scheduled to switch to electric traction from 27th June 2025.
With full electrification, the Rajdhani Express is now truly a symbol of progress and sustainability. This is not just a technological upgrade but a leap towards a greener and faster railway network for the people of Northeast India. Indian Railways continues to move steadily towards its target of 100% electrification across the country, with Northeast India now firmly on the map of high-speed, eco-friendly rail operations. |
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