NFR Achieves 100% Electrification of Alipurduar Division, Progress Continues in Tinsukia

Maligaon, 25th March 2025: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has achieved a major milestone in its electrification drive by completing 100% electrification of the Alipurduar Division (APDJ), reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and modern railway infrastructure. Meanwhile, electrification work in the Tinsukia Division (TSK) is progressing steadily.

The final phase of electrification in APDJ was completed with the successful electrification of the Fakiragram–Golakganj section (46 RKM / 50.536 TKM) and the New Coochbehar–Dinhata–Bamanhat sections (49.81 RKM / 55.71 TKM). This transformation includes major infrastructure upgrades such as SCADA implementation, trip unit rating supply at stations, and successful electric locomotive trials. The trial run, which began at 19:16 hours, concluded at 20:11 hours when the electric loco arrived at Fakiragram, marking the readiness of the division for electric train operations.

Simultaneously, the electrification of the Mariani–Jorhat Town section in the Tinsukia Division is advancing, covering 18.215 RKM / 22.725 TKM. Critical infrastructure, including substations, auxiliary transformers, and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, is being actively developed. Additionally, electrification of level crossings and over-line structures has been successfully completed.

With these developments, NFR is making significant strides in India’s “Mission Electrification” initiative, aiming for 100% electrification and net-zero carbon emissions. These efforts will not only enhance efficiency and speed but also contribute to a greener and more sustainable railway network, seamlessly connecting the Northeast with the rest of the country.