There is good news for Indian Railways and its passengers. With the initiative of the government, now the train journey will be more secure. The operation of trains across the country will be smarter than before. All this will be possible from the spectrum allotted by the government to the Railways. Actually, the government wants to make Indian Railways a self-reliant railway. How spectrum will play a role in this and what things will improve, here we understand these things.
PM Modi approved spectrum
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the allotment of 5 MHz (paired) spectrum in 700 MHz frequency for Indian Railways. (IANS)
Signaling and telecommunication will be upgraded
Spectrum will change the technology of trains and then signaling and telecommunication can be modernized. Spectrum will make high speed radio communication smart. (Reuters)
Will help in preventing collision of trains
Made in India Train Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) technology will be used to ensure safe travel in the country. Continuous communication between loco pilots will be improved.(Reuters)
Preparation for making self-sufficient rail
The purpose of making Indian Railways a self-reliant railway on behalf of the government is also to generate employment. 25000 rupees will be invested to make the rail self-reliant. The work of self-reliant rail will be completed in five years.
Services will be available soon in coach
This initiative will enable Internet of Things (IoT) based remote asset monitoring, which will improve the live video feed of service, wagon, loco and CCTV cameras in train coaches. This will make traveling in the train more safe and train operation will be faster. (Reuters)