Central Railway Commissions 13.53 km Khardi-Kasara Third Railway Line
Central Railway successfully commissioned the 13.53-km Khardi-Kasara 3rd Railway Line on October 18, 2026.
The commissioning marks a major milestone in the Kalyan-Kasara Third Line Project.
Major Traffic Block and Yard Remodelling
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A challenging 12-hour traffic block was undertaken on the night of October 17/18, 2026.
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During the block, major track connections were completed.
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Extensive remodelling works at Kasara Yard were successfully carried out.
Safety Inspection and Approval
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The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) inspected the newly constructed line on October 17 and 18, 2026.
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Following the inspection, the line was approved and commissioned for train operations.
CRS Appreciation
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The CRS appreciated the high quality of construction.
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Special praise was given for the quality of:
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Track works
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Safety infrastructure
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Engineering standards maintained during execution
Speed Trial
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A successful speed trial was conducted at 117 kmph.
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The new line has been authorized for train operations at a speed of 100 kmph.
Key Infrastructure Works
The project included:
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Construction of a new electrified railway line through challenging hilly terrain.
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Strengthening and extension of bridges.
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Extensive earthwork along the route.
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Installation of modern signalling systems.
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Electrification of the new line.
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Upgradation of railway infrastructure at Khardi and Kasara stations/yards.
Benefits of the New Third Line
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Enhances railway line capacity on the Mumbai-Kasara section.
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Reduces congestion on one of the busiest suburban and freight corridors.
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Improves train punctuality.
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Facilitates smoother movement of passenger trains.
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Enables more efficient operation of freight services.
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Will provide greater operational flexibility after completion of the entire Kalyan-Kasara Third Line Project.
Significance
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The commissioning reflects Central Railway's commitment to modernizing rail infrastructure.
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It will contribute to safer, faster and more reliable train operations.
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The project is expected to strengthen rail connectivity and support future traffic growth on the Mumbai-Kasara corridor.
