Railways develops anti-freeze flushes and fuel tanks for journeys in J&K

The Indian Railways has developed anti-freeze flushes and fuel tanks for journeys in the Jammu and Kashmir region through the Chenab bridge, the world’s highest railway bridge.

The new technologies have been developed by the Rail Coach Factory (RCF) in Kapurthala, Punjab, to ensure the smooth operation of trains in the region’s sub-zero temperatures during the winter months.

The anti-freeze flushes use a special fluid that prevents the water in the toilet tanks from freezing. The fuel tanks are insulated to prevent the fuel from freezing.

The new technologies have been tested and certified by the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO), the research and development arm of the Indian Railways.

The Indian Railways is currently constructing the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, which will connect Kashmir to the rest of India by rail. The Chenab bridge is a key part of this project.

The USBRL project is expected to be completed by 2024. Once completed, it will reduce the travel time between Jammu and Srinagar from 10 hours to just 3 hours.

The development of anti-freeze flushes and fuel tanks is a significant step towards ensuring the smooth operation of trains on the USBRL project and other railway lines in the Jammu and Kashmir region.

Benefits of the new technologies

The new technologies developed by the RCF have a number of benefits, including:

• They will ensure the smooth operation of trains in the Jammu and Kashmir region, even during the winter months when temperatures drop below zero.
• They will reduce the risk of train delays and cancellations.
• They will improve the safety and comfort of passengers.
• They will boost tourism in the Jammu and Kashmir region.

Conclusion

The development of anti-freeze flushes and fuel tanks is a significant achievement by the Indian Railways. It is a testament to the Railways’ commitment to providing safe and reliable transportation services to all parts of the country, regardless of the weather conditions.