NFR paves way for electric train operations in Dima Hasao hills (opens original article in a new tab)

The Northeast Frontier Railway completed a key phase in electrifying the Lumding–Badarpur hill section with the energization of a 132 kV transmission line, enabling future electric train operations.

• NFR energized a 132 kV transmission line between Haflong Grid Sub-Station and New Haflong Traction Sub-Station on June 17.
• Completion of the transmission line marks a key milestone in the electrification of the Lumding–Badarpur hill section for electric train operations.
• The project aims to improve operational efficiency, reduce fossil fuel dependence, and enhance environmental sustainability of railway services.