Anand–Godhra section
| Anand–Godhra section | |
|---|---|
broad gauge | |
| Electrification | Yes |
The Anand–Godhra section belongs to Vadodara division of Western Railway zone in Gujarat State.[1]
History
Anand-Dakor branch was opened in 1874. The length of Anand-Dakor branch was 29 km. Dakor-Rukhyal and Rukhyal-Angadi branch was opened in 1875 and 1876 respectively. The total length of Dakor-Angadi branch was 15 km. 27 km Sevalia-Godhra branch was opened in 1882.[2]
The branch of Anand-Thasra and Thasra-Godhra was electrified in 1983 and 1984 respectively.[3]
Doubling
Doubling of Anand–Godhra section was sanctioned in 2017-2018.[4] Foundation stone of Anand–Godhra section was laid in 2019.[5] The length of Anand–Godhra section is 79 km.[6]
References
- ^ "Passing trains through Anand–Godhra section". India Rail Info.
- ^ "Section opening dates from History of Western Railways, Ministry of Railways" (PDF). Western Railway.
- ^ "History of Electrification". Irfca.
- ^ "Summary of Projets As of 01/10/2017" (PDF). Western Railway.
- ^ "Adding Vibrancy to Gujarat's Legacy" (PDF). Indian Railways.
- ^ "Vadodara division gets Rs 265 crore sanctioned for railway projects". Times of India.