The Concept of Greater Bhopal Region focuses to enhance infrastructure and services to address current constraints and to cater the future traffic growth. This comprehensive plan aims to create a such transportation system that minimizes train detentions, to achieve MPS in the yards, and improves passenger amenities across the regio`n.

Greater Bhopal Region

Overview

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BHOPAL

BHOPAL

BHOPAL

CSMT

NDLS

Demographic

NSZ

BPL

RKMP

MSO

SHRN

SUW

MDDP

ITAYAKALAN

• Stations covered – 08
• Track length covered - 49 Kms (Sukhisewaniya-SUW to Itayakalan)
• 3 line section except Bhopal station.

Itayakalan

Sukhisewaniya

Sant Hirdaram Nagar

39 kms

10 kms

Bhopal

Demographic Change

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MDDP

FOOTFALL�BPL,RKMP & SHRN

PLATFORM�CAPACITY

130%

136%

69.7 LAKH

30.25 LAKH

11 PF

26 PF

No. of lines with sectional line capacity in GBR

60%

42 LINES

67 LINES

2050

2024

• There is no single station can be developed to meet future traffic demand. RKMP and BPL are two big terminals in the division but these terminals have their own limitations hence Multi-node arrangements is the need of the hour. Three major nodes (Coaching terminals) have to be developed- RKMP, BPL & NSZ
• Decongestion of RKMP & BPL station for better coaching operations with shifting of activities to other places and possible changes in yard layouts and greenfield Mega Coaching Terminal NSZ

Why GBR?

Limitations

Unable to handle present traffic efficiently & no scope for future incremental traffic

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Unable to handle present traffic efficiently & no scope for future incremental traffic

Mega Coaching Terminal - Explored

NSZ - Mega Coaching Terminal

Centralized Location

• 1.8 km from BPL (N)
• 7.5 km from RKMP (N)
• 10.5 km from SHRN(W)

Available Land

• 80X1600 sq m
• E-W 80m
• N-S 1600m

Yard Capacity

• Existing- 10 lines, 2 PFs
• Proposed- 17 Lines, 8 PFs

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Additional Facilities

• Parcel lines -03
• Sidings- 04
• ARME siding- 01
• Mega Coaching Depot

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Lateral Changes

GBR evolved

ITAYA KALAN

MANDIDEEP

MISROD

RANI KAMLAPATI

BHOPAL

NISHATPURA

SUKHI SEWANIYA

NISHATPURA-D

SANT HIRDARAM NAGAR

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Execution of GBR

Development of Greater Bhopal Railway Infrastructure

Integrated Railway Network

• The Greater Bhopal region comprises an extensive railway network including stations like ITKL, MDDP, MSO, RKMP, BPL, NSZ, SHRN and SUW.
• The development plan aims to enhance this interconnected system to cater to future traffic growth.

Modernizing Infrastructure

• Run through of train at MPS (160 Kmph)
• Optimum utilization of Automatic signaling system.

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Addressing Capacity Constraints

• Outside detention
• Blocked main lines due to shunting
• Lack of platform availability.
• Less CSR lines
• Space constraint for yard expansion

Enhancing Passenger Experience

• Drive in Platforms
• FOB
• Circulating Area

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BHOPAL (BPL)

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Phase I: Bhopal Station

• Three through Main lines in Bhopal yard� (introducing bi directional middle line)

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Phase II: Bhopal Station

• Increase (more than 720m) of CSR of all lines
• Provision of isolated grids to improve simultaneous movement in DN yards
• Provision of required overlaps to achieve MPS in main line
• Two additional platforms in Up direction.

BHOPAL

BHOPAL

Nishatpura (NSZ)

1

Proposed Coaching Terminal

• Origination/Termination facility of Coaching trains.
• Improve passenger amenities
• Rationalization of by-pass services

2

Mega Coaching Depot

• Examination/maintenance facilities up to 30 rakes with adequate space for future expansion

3

Goods Shed Relocation

• Shift the existing goods shed from NSZ to SUW.
• To develop home platform

4

Infrastructure Upgrades

• fourth line between BPL-NSZ-SUW
• 02 home platforms
• 06 island platform
• develop the circulating area and foot overbridges.

SUKHI SEWANIYA (SUW)

Additional Loop Line

Goods Shed Relocation

Fourth Line Connectivity

Long Haul Loops

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Shunting Neck Extension

The scope of work at SUW station includes several key enhancements to improve operational efficiency. This includes adding an additional loop line, shifting the goods shed from NSZ, and constructing a fourth line between SUW and NSZ. Long haul loops in both directions and an extended shunting neck will enable efficient loco reversals and changes without disrupting main line movements.

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2

3

4

SUKHI SEWANIYA (SUW)

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3

2

4

RANI KAMLAPATI (RKMP)

Severe Land Constraint

The RKMP station is heavily surrounded by residential areas, severely limiting the scope for expansion. The existing land has already been allocated, making further development challenging.

Operational Challenges

Shunting of rakes blocks the main line movement, leading to heavy detention of goods trains in this area. The station's infrastructure is struggling to keep up with the growing traffic demands.

Planned Improvements

1. Provision of a drive-in platform

2. Additional loop and stabling lines

3. Fourth line between Misrod-RKMP-Bhopal

4. Crossovers to facilitate direct reception of down trains on platform 4 and 5

5. Increase in CSR and length of platforms

MISROD (MSO)

Additional Loop Line

Constructing a new loop line at Misrod station will increase operational flexibility and capacity to handle growing traffic demands.

Shifting of Track Machine Siding

The existing track machine siding at Rani Kamlapati (RKMP) station will be shifted to Misrod to optimize yard operations.

Fourth Line Addition

A crucial fourth line will be added between the Mandideep-Misrod-Rani Kamlapati section, significantly boosting the network's capacity and traffic flow.

MANDIDEEP (MDDP)

Additional Loops and Shunting Neck

The development plan includes the construction of two additional loop lines at Mandideep to enhance operational flexibility and accommodate increased traffic. A dedicated shunting neck will also be built to facilitate efficient train movements.

New Running Room Facilities

To support the growing workforce, the plan calls for the development of a new running room at Mandideep. This facility will provide a comfortable and well-equipped space for railway personnel to rest and prepare for their duties.

Fourth Line Addition

A crucial component of the plan is the provision of a fourth line between the ODG-MDDP-MSO section. This additional line will significantly increase the capacity of the network and enable the smooth movement of both goods and passenger trains.

ITAYAKALAN (ITKL)

Proposed Modern Facilities at Logistics Park

1. G+1 Green Building with Solar Hybrid Power, Water Treatment Plants, etc. towards De carbonization
2. Office Complex which Includes
• Railway specific Office Area
• Dedicated Canteen
3. State of the Art Modular warehouse Connecting Both Railways as well as National Highway
• Make shift Design to adjust to needs, arising due to central Location
• Smart FOIS integrated electronic In Motion Weigh Bridge
• Mobile Conveyor Belt system for efficient movement of Goods, Forklifts, Safety Gear
• AI enabled Scada system for Communication, Electrical, Water and waste management systems.

Office Complex

Ware houses

Both side Loading/Unlading Covered Platform

Entry/ Exit

Merchant room

Parking

DN Side Loading/Un-laoding platform

ITAYAKALAN (ITKL)

Enhancing Goods and Passenger Operations

Goods Traffic Growth

The development plan takes into account the expected increase in goods movement, particularly with the commissioning of the RMA-BPL new line. The infrastructure enhancements at terminals like NSZ, MDDP &SUW aim to facilitate the smooth handling of goods trains, including loco reversal and loco change, without disrupting the main line traffic.

Passenger Amenities

Alongside the focus on goods operations, the development plan also emphasizes the importance of creating a world-class infrastructure and enhancing passenger amenities. This includes the provision of additional platforms, circulating areas, and foot overbridges at key stations to improve the overall travel experience for commuters.

Integrated Approach

The development plan adopts an integrated approach, addressing the needs of both goods and passenger transportation. By optimizing the signaling system, increasing capacity, and improving terminal facilities, the plan aims to create a seamless and efficient railway network that caters to the diverse transportation requirements of the Greater Bhopal Region.

Conclusion

Addressing Constraints

The development plan for the Greater Bhopal Region is a comprehensive initiative that aims to address the current constraints in the railway infrastructure and services. It focuses on minimizing train detentions, optimizing signaling systems, and enhancing passenger amenities to create a world-class transportation system.

Catering to Future Growth

The plan also considers the impact of upcoming projects, such as the RMA-BPL new line, and the expected increase in goods movement. It outlines strategic infrastructure development to meet the evolving demands of the region and ensure the efficient movement of both goods and passenger traffic.

Integrated Development

The development plan adopts a holistic approach, addressing the needs of both goods and passenger transportation. By enhancing terminal facilities, increasing capacity, and optimizing signaling, the plan aims to create a seamless and efficient railway network that serves the diverse transportation requirements of the Greater Bhopal Region.

�Future outlook

The Greater Bhopal Region Development Plan for railway infrastructure and services sets the stage for a transformative future. By addressing the current constraints, enhancing network capacity, optimizing signaling and control systems, and improving passenger amenities, this comprehensive plan aims to create a world-class transportation hub that can support the region's continued growth and prosperity. Through strategic investments and innovative solutions, the plan will not only improve the daily commute for passengers but also contribute to the overall economic and social development of the Greater Bhopal Region.

Thankyou

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Cater Footfall

To cater above footfall, division needs more PFs, Big stations/yards

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Bhopal Junction – Operational Bottleneck

In connection with this , division found BPL station as a operational Bottleneck.

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Mega Coaching Terminal

Future need is Mega Coaching Terminal (MCT)

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Some parameters were set by division to explore possibility of MCT and found NSZ as most suitable.

NISHATPURA

Why GBR?