Western Railway
New Coaching Depot Approved in Bhavnagar for Vande Bharat Trains
In a landmark development dated June 2024, the Ministry of Railways has granted approval for the establishment of a new integrated coaching depot dedicated to Vande Bharat trains in Ranavav,…
Proposal for Permanent Stop at Bhabhar Railway Station for Bhuj-Bandra Train
Passenger traffic at Bhabhar Railway Station in Banaskantha district has surged by over 40% in the past two years, leading to a strong community demand for the Bhuj-Bandra train to…
Vande Bharat Express to Stop at Valsad from July 27
In a significant development for South Gujarat, the Western Railway has announced that the Vande Bharat Express will now stop at Valsad railway station. This change will start on July…
Former Railway Engineer Sentenced to Three Years for Bribery
The recent sentencing of Harish Kishore Gupta, a former divisional engineer of the Western Railway in Bhavnagar district, marks a significant development in Gujarat’s ongoing battle against…
New Tejas Express Train to Connect Indore and Mumbai
A new semi-high-speed Tejas Express train will soon run between Indore and Mumbai. This service is introduced by the Western Railway to manage the increasing number of passengers during upcoming…
New Railway Line Approved in Bhavnagar Division to Boost Gujarat’s Economy
The Western Railway has received approval for a new railway line in the Bhavnagar Division, connecting Saradiya and Vansajaliya. This project spans approximately 45 kilometers and will cost ₹1,12,50,000. The…
Rainwater Floods Low-Lying Areas in Patan
Why did Patan experience severe flooding in its low-lying areas on Sunday morning despite the much-needed rainfall? The answer lies in the city’s inadequate drainage infrastructure and the volume of…
Western Railway Appoints 347 New Employees in Gujarat
In a significant employment drive, the Western Railway has appointed 347 new employees across Gujarat. This event is part of a larger initiative where over 51,000 new government employees were…
Rescued Peacock Found Dead at Champaner Railway Station
The unfortunate death of a peacock at Champaner Railway Station in Panchmahal district has raised urgent concerns among Gujarat residents about wildlife safety near expanding transport…