India is actively adopting advanced technologies to improve railway safety. RailTel has secured a ₹2.88 billion ($33.2 million) contract to equip 71 stations with the Kavach system. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

India is actively adopting advanced technologies to improve railway safety. RailTel has secured a ₹2.88 billion ($33.2 million) contract to equip 71 stations with the Kavach system.
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India Chooses Modern Technologies for Railways

The Kavach system is an advanced train protection technology that prevents collisions on railway tracks. The country’s Ministry of Railways approved it in 2020, and by 2022, the system was fully operational.

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Experts highlight that this solution is among the most cost-effective certified alternatives. The cost of equipping one kilometer of railway tracks with the Kavach system is $65,600, which is four times cheaper than Western alternatives.

Why India Chose the Kavach System?

The country’s railway network requires improved safety measures for passengers and freight transportation. This new technology helps reduce the risk of accidents, making travel safer and more reliable.

Authorities continue to invest heavily in transportation infrastructure. The implementation of Kavach ensures a high level of protection that meets international safety standards.

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