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Sleeper Vande Bharat Hits 160 kmph in Kavach Trial
8 Sep
Summary
- A 16-coach Vande Bharat sleeper train reached 160 kmph.
- The Kavach automatic train protection system was tested successfully.
- The trial occurred on the Hazrat Nizamuddin-Palwal route on Sunday.
A 16-coach Vande Bharat sleeper train recently achieved a speed of 160 kmph during a critical trial of India's indigenous 'Kavach' automatic train protection system. The high-speed test was conducted on the Hazrat Nizamuddin-Palwal route, marking a significant milestone as it was the first time this specific train configuration operated at such velocity on this section.
The trial, organized by Northern Railway, focused on evaluating the Kavach system's performance under demanding conditions. The system successfully ensured proper communication between the loco pilot and the station, demonstrating its reliability. Despite minor speed reductions due to ongoing development work near Faridabad, the Kavach system proved effective at high speeds.
This successful assessment is part of Indian Railways' broader strategy to implement the Kavach system network-wide. The automatic protection system is designed to enhance train safety by preventing collisions and signal violations, ultimately aiming to reduce accidents caused by human error and provide a more secure travel experience for passengers.
