Western Railway Powers Up with India’s First 2x25 kV System

Western Railway has achieved a major milestone with the successful commissioning and energisation of India’s first 2x25 kV electric traction system at the Nagda–Khachrod section under the Ratlam Division.

This advanced system features two Scott-connected 100 MVA power transformers, enabling efficient load distribution to the Overhead Equipment (OHE). It marks the first-ever application of Scott Technology in a traction substation in India.

The system was inaugurated by Ranjan Srivastava, Principal Chief Electrical Engineer, and aligns with Indian Railways' “Mission Raftaar”—a national initiative to improve energy efficiency, traction power reliability, and train speeds.

The project was executed through coordinated efforts by the Divisional Electrical Engineering team at Ratlam, Western Railway’s Construction and TRD departments, and EPC partner BNC Power Projects—the first EPC contractor to design, supply, erect, and commission the 2x25 kV OHE system for Western Railway.

This commissioning represents a significant advancement in Indian Railways’ infrastructure modernisation efforts and reflects its ongoing commitment to innovation, operational efficiency, and enhanced passenger services.

News by Rahul Yelligetti.