Palitana–Sihor section
| Palitana–Sihor section | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Status | Operational |
| Owner | Indian Railways |
| Locale | Gujarat |
| Termini | |
| Stations | 2 |
| Service | |
| Operator(s) | Western Railway |
| Technical | |
| Track length | 27.62 km (17 mi) |
| Number of tracks | 1 |
| Track gauge | 5 ft 6 in (1,676 mm) broad gauge |
| Electrification | Yes (CSR completed on 31st March 2022) |
The Palitana–Sihor section belongs to Bhavnagar division of Western Railway zone in Gujarat State.[1]
History
Palitana–Sihor section was opened in 1910. The length of Palitana–Sihor section was 27.62 km. Palitana–Sihor section was opened again after Meter gauge to Broad gauge conversion in 2005.[2][3][4]
References
- ^ "Passing trains through Palitana–Sihor section". India Rail Info.
- ^ "Section opening dates from History of Western Railways, Ministry of Railways" (PDF). Western Railway.
- ^ "Chronology of railways in India, Part 7 (2000 - present)". IRFCA.
- ^ "Lalu leaves a lot to be desired in Gujarat". Times of India.