Ankleshwar–Rajpipla section explained

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Ankleshwar–Rajpipla section
Status:Operational
Stations:12
Tracklength:620NaN0
Tracks:1
Electrification:Ongoing

The Ankleshwar–Rajpipla section belongs to division of Western Railway zone in Gujarat State.[1]

History

Ankleshwar-Raj Pardi branch was opened in 1897. The length of Ankleshwar-Raj Pardi branch was 30 km. Raj Pardi-Umalla branch was opened in 1899. The length of Raj Pardi-Umalla branch was 8 km. Umalla-Amletha and Amletha-Rajpipla branch was opened in 1899 and 1917 respectively.[2]

Foundation stone for Ankleshwar–Rajpipla section Gauge conversion was laid in 2008.[3] The Narrow gauge to Broad gauge conversion of Ankleshwar–Rajpipla section was completed in 2013.[4] [5]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Passing trains through Ankleshwar–Rajpipla section. India Rail Info.
  2. Web site: Section opening dates from History of Western Railways, Ministry of Railways. Western Railway.
  3. Web site: Ankleshwar-Rajpipla gauge conversion work completed. Business Standard.
  4. Web site: Ankleshwar-Rajpipla railway route to become operational soon. Zee News.
  5. Web site: Preparation of Railway Master Plan for the State of Gujarat. GIDB.

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