# Indian Railways infrastructure upgrades

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indian-railways-infrastructure-upgrades
> Updated: 2026-09-19T12:40:41.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Indian Railways has approved several infrastructure projects to improve network efficiency and safety. These include a 142 crore rupee upgrade of the electric traction system for the Savalyapuram-Guntur section of the South Coast Railway, intended to bolster power supply and increase capacity for electric train operations.

Additionally, the railways approved a four-lane road overbridge (ROB) on the Udhna-Ukai Songadh section of the Western Railway. Estimated at approximately ₹133.23 crore, the project will be funded through a cost-sharing agreement between Indian Railways and the state government. The bridge design, which includes an Open Web Girder and a viaduct, faces significant complexity due to a 62% skew at the crossing location. The infrastructure aims to facilitate smoother road traffic and reduce interference with rail operations.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-19: Indian Railways approves ₹133 crore road bridge project

Indian Railways approved a ₹133.23 crore four-lane Road Over Bridge on the Udhna-Ukai Songadh section, to be co-funded by the state government to improve traffic and rail efficiency.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-railways-approves-133-crore-road-bridge-project

### 2026-09-19: Indian Railways approves major infrastructure and traction upgrades

Indian Railways approved a 142 crore rupee electric traction upgrade for the South Coast Railway and a 133.23 crore rupee four-lane road overbridge for the Western Railway.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-railways-approves-major-infrastructure-and-traction-upgrades

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