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Indore-Dahod Rail Project: Electric Locomotive Hits 130 km/h in First High-Speed Trial
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 09:37 PM
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An electric locomotive reached 130 km/h on a 47‑km test track between Indore and Dahod, marking the first high‑speed trial on the corridor. The 3‑km tunnel at Pithampur also passed its test successfully.
An electric locomotive achieved a top speed of 130 km/h on a 47‑km stretch of the Indore‑Dahod rail corridor, marking the first high‑speed trial on the line. The test, conducted under the supervision of Indian Railways, demonstrated the feasibility of operating high‑speed electric traction on the newly laid track.
In addition to the main trial, a 3‑km tunnel at Pithampur was also tested, and the locomotive successfully navigated the tunnel without any technical issues. The tunnel test is a critical component of the project’s safety and operational readiness.
The successful trials are a significant milestone for the Indore‑Dahod rail project, which aims to improve connectivity between the two cities and support regional economic growth. Indian Railways has indicated that further trials will be conducted before the line is opened for commercial traffic.
In addition to the main trial, a 3‑km tunnel at Pithampur was also tested, and the locomotive successfully navigated the tunnel without any technical issues. The tunnel test is a critical component of the project’s safety and operational readiness.
The successful trials are a significant milestone for the Indore‑Dahod rail project, which aims to improve connectivity between the two cities and support regional economic growth. Indian Railways has indicated that further trials will be conducted before the line is opened for commercial traffic.