Indian Railways orders audit of signalling systems for safe operations
Indian Railways has mandated an audit of its signalling systems across the network to identify deficiencies and enhance reliability for safe train operations. This directive from the Railway Board follows several fatal accidents and derailments in the past three years, where signal failures, particularly in automatic signalling territories, were suspected causes. The audit will assess the quality of new installations, adherence to approved drawings and specifications, compliance with Technical Advisory Notes, and the condition of equipment, wiring, earthing, and bonding. The objective is to identify faulty systems, ensure standard compliance, and improve overall reliability of the signalling infrastructure.
Key Points
- Indian Railways has ordered a comprehensive audit of its signalling systems nationwide.
- The audit aims to rectify deficiencies and improve the reliability of critical assets for safe train operations.
- This decision follows multiple fatal accidents and derailments linked to signal failures.
- The audit will cover installation quality, adherence to specifications, and equipment condition.
Exam Facts
- Accident example: Shalimar-Chennai Coromandel Express (June 2, 2023), South Eastern Railway.
- Casualties: ~290 dead, ~900 injured.
- Issuing body: Railway Board.
- Technical guidance: Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO).
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