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South Central Railway recorded 21 consequential train accidents on sections without the Kavach protection system between 2016-17 and 2025-26, RTI data showed. Secunderabad division reported the highest number, while no such accident has been reported so far in 2026-27
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The South Central Railway realised Rs 1.28 crore in revenue during a three‑day intensive ticket‑checking drive across its zone from August 24 to 26. Nearly 14,000 passengers were found travelling without valid tickets, while others faced penalties for littering, smoking and unauthorised hawking.
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The CBI arrested a South Central Railway senior section engineer and a private individual for allegedly exchanging a Rs 15 lakh bribe linked to a Rs 7 crore bonus claim. The agency said the engineer manipulated dates to favour a contractor
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South Central Railway will provide temporary stoppage for four trains at Hi-Tech City station from October 9 to 26 to manage the extra passenger rush at Lingampalli and Secunderabad stations during the Dussehra festival season.
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The South Central Railway’s RPF band performed a musical show at Begumpet Railway Station as part of Independence Day celebrations. The band played patriotic and popular tunes to promote patriotism, especially among youth, after earlier performances at Kacheguda and Necklace Road.
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RPF personnel in Secunderabad are intensifying preparations for Independence Day with parade rehearsals, march-past drills and dog squad demonstrations at the RRC Ground. The South Central Railway celebrations also feature patriotic performances by the RPF band at railway stations
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Union Minister G Kishan Reddy inaugurated the Komuravelly railway station and said improved rail connectivity would boost temple tourism and benefit farmers. He also announced infrastructure upgrades, electrification works and progress on railway projects, including extensions towards Sircilla and Vemulawada
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Former Minister V Srinivas Goud urged South Central Railway to address railway-related issues in Mahabubnagar, including constructing a Railway Under Bridge at New Moti Nagar, approving a permanent road and resolving the problem of stagnant drainage water near the railway bridge
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Celebrated as a fearless and dependable defender during his playing days, his demise was condoled by Bolarum Sporting Club
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Kacheguda Railway Station, one of Hyderabad's most iconic heritage landmarks, has completed 110 years of service. The station continues to blend historic architecture with modern facilities while serving around 50,000 passengers daily and housing a popular rail museum.
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The redevelopment of Secunderabad Railway Station under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme has reached 64 per cent completion. The Rs. 714.73 crore project will introduce modern passenger amenities, improved Metro connectivity, multi-level parking and enhanced transport integration while maintaining regular rail operations.
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Centre issued gazette notification establishing South Coast Railway Zone with headquarters in Visakhapatnam effective June 1, 2026 including divisions like Guntakal, Guntur, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam after reorganising SCR and ECoR fulfilling Andhra Pradesh demand since 2014
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South Central Railway has introduced AI-powered kiosks, ‘Bholu Mini’ and ‘Bholu Max’, at Hyderabad stations to provide real-time multilingual passenger information, aiming to ease crowding and enhance commuter experience.
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Charminar Express was halted at Aler station in Telangana after smoke and sparks were seen from a wheel due to brake binding in an S5 coach. The issue was quickly controlled by railway staff, and the train resumed safely without casualties
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao has urged the Centre to establish a new railway division headquartered at Kazipet, citing mounting operational pressures on the Secunderabad division. In a letter to Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, he highlighted Kazipet’s strategic location, freight potential, and recent infrastructure upgrades.
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The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has urged the South Central Railway to provide job guarantees to farmers who gave land for the Kazipet railway manufacturing unit. The SCR assured that the concerns would be forwarded to the Railway Board.
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Under-19 World Cup winner Aaron George was felicitated by South Central Railway Divisional Railway Manager Santosh Kumar Varma in Hyderabad. George played a key role in India’s campaign, scoring a match-winning century against Afghanistan in the semifinal
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South Central Railway launched a ‘Rail Parcel Logistics’ app offering end-to-end parcel booking, real-time tracking and doorstep services across seven cities. SCR also signed an MoU with IIM Bangalore to develop a long-term freight strategy targeting 2030 goals
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South Central Railway General Manager Sanjay Kumar Srivastava inspected the ongoing redevelopment works at Secunderabad Railway Station, reviewing upgrades across platforms, foot overbridges, escalators, waiting halls, and parking facilities.
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South Central Railway General Manager Sanjay Kumar Srivastava inspected the newly developed Charlapalli Railway Station on Friday. He inspected the proposed new entry alignment to Platform No.1 and planted saplings, underscoring the Railways’ commitment to sustainability and infrastructure development.
