HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, Oct 14: The Dibrugarh and New Bongaigaon rolling stock workshops under Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) have made significant strides in service improvement and operational efficiency during September 2024. These accomplishments underscore NFR’s commitment to providing upgraded train coaches and freight wagons, delivering operational excellence in the transportation system.
Notable achievements of Dibrugarh workshop include the modification of 13 coaches with R3 air hose pipes, attaining a total count of 59 coaches thus far during the financial year. The workshop also completed a set of piping arrangements for air suspension and FIBA modifications for 15 coaches, reaching a count of 58 for the financial year so far. Modifications in air brake pipes and fittings with upgraded flexible hoses have also been implemented in 21 coaches, resulting in a total count of 85 coaches to date. Additionally, fire detection systems were installed in four LHB AC coaches, reaching a total count of 37. A record of 255 supervisors participated in a Vigilance Awareness Program, while a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) exhibition highlighted models made from scrap materials. Efforts to promote cleanliness and awareness about plastic pollution were also conducted under the ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ campaign.
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In terms of coaching activities, Dibrugarh workshop out-turned 58 coaches (including LHB and ICF), surpassing the Railway Board’s target, and supplied 31 ICF and 35 LHB coach sets. In the wheel shop, 540 wheel sets were overhauled, contributing to enhanced maintenance operations. In fact, a total of 14 NMGHS coaches have been out-turned thus far during this fiscal year, including the conversion of one ICF coach to an NMGHS coach.
The New Bongaigaon workshop also demonstrated excellence in achieving milestones, including the first-time repair of a refrigeration van and the successful turning out of a 1600 HP DEMU rake in a new blue colour scheme that will significantly reduce periodic maintenance time. The workshop designed and developed an in-house test bench for the pressurised flushing system to address passenger complaints. A total of 60 coaches were turned out after Periodic Overhaul (POH), and 144 wagons were equipped with twin-pipe air brake systems. The wheel shop supplied 117 wheel sets to divisions, with additional sets ready for dispatch. The New Bongaigaon workshop also ensured 100 percent implementation of Railway Board modifications in all coaches and wagons and contributed to scrap disposal by depositing nearly 380 MT of ferrous and 66 MT of non-ferrous scrap, including five condemned wagons.
As safety is a paramount motive for train operations, both workshops remain committed to service excellence, safety, and sustainable operations on behalf of NFR. The zone has taken several initiatives, including regular maintenance of coaches and wagons for safe train running and providing a smooth riding experience for passengers.
