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The first 9,000 HP electric locomotive engine of Indian Railways was inaugurated by PM Modi; Unveiling Dahod’s Loco Workshop – Top Facts
The first 9,000 HP electric locomotive engine of Indian Railways was unveiled by PM Narendra Modi at Dahod on Monday. PM Modi inaugurated the locomotive manufacturing shop at Dahod’s rolling stock workshop.PM Modi is on a two -day visit to Gujarat on 26 and 27 May, during which he will inaugurate several development initiatives in Dahod, Bhuj and Gandhinagar. These projects including important Indian railway undertakings and state government schemes are collectively more than Rs 24,000 crore.
India’s first 9,000 HP locomotives and Dahod locomotive workshop : Top things to learn
- The Foundation Stone of Dahod Locomotive Manufacturing Workshop was placed in 2022 and within a period of 3 years, the production facility was completed.
- The Ministry of Railways has been made with an investment of Rs 21,405 crore.
- The 9,000 HP locomotive engine has been manufactured as part of ‘.
Make in india According to an official statement, the program.
Indian Railways first 9,000 HP Electric Locomotive Engine
- The locomotive engine produced in this feature will be capable of transportation of 4,600 tonnes of freight, with a plan to manufacture around 1,200 engines within the next decade.
- The facility manufacturing setup can produce 120 locomotives annually, with the ability to increase production up to 150 units per year depending on market requirements.
- This facility is dedicated to the construction of 9000 HP electric locomotives, serving both domestic requirements and export objectives.
- These powerful engines will increase the capabilities carrying cargo to the network of Indian Railways.
- Locomotives include regenerative braking technology and facilitates energy-skilled designs, which support environmentally friendly railway operations.
- Dahod railway production facility will generate employment for 10,000 individuals and stimulate the regional economy.
