Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following states of India have/has 100% electrified broad-gauge network, as on July 1, 2023?
I. Uttar Pradesh
II. Karnataka
III. Uttarakhand
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is I and III.
Key Points
- As of July 1, 2023, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand have achieved 100% electrification of their broad-gauge railway network.
- Electrification of the railway network is part of the Indian Railways' mission to reduce carbon emissions and improve efficiency.
- Indian Railways has been progressively electrifying its routes to enhance connectivity and reduce dependency on diesel locomotives.
- With the completion of electrification in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, these states have joined the list of fully electrified railway networks in India.
Additional Information
- Railway Electrification:
- Railway electrification involves converting the traction power of railways from diesel to electric, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- It helps in reducing the operational cost and enhances the speed and haulage capacity of trains.
- Indian Railways' Electrification Goal:
- Indian Railways aims to achieve 100% electrification of its broad-gauge network by 2023-24.
- This is part of a broader goal to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030.
- Benefits of Electrification:
- Reduction in pollution and dependency on fossil fuels.
- Increased efficiency and higher speed of trains.
- Lower maintenance costs compared to diesel locomotives.
- Other Fully Electrified States:
- Besides Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, several other Indian states have also achieved 100% electrification of their railway networks.
- These initiatives contribute to the overall goal of sustainable development and efficient rail transport in India.
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