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TECHNOLOGY

USED IN
TRAIN
Top technology used in Indian
railways
◦ online ticket booking system
◦ Bio-toilets
◦ GPS-enabled train tracking system
◦ Automatic block signaling system
◦ Digitalization in railway system
◦ Introduction of futuristic trains
• Online ticket booking system
The establishment of a computerized reservation system by Indian Railways is one of the
most important technical adjustments. Train travelers can use it to buy reserved and
unreserved train tickets online, cancel train tickets and request refunds. Previously, with the
traditional ticket reservation system, train travelers had to wait in long lines or connect with
agents to book a train ticket. But today this is not the case. Top Technology that
Modernized Indian Railways The IRCTC e-ticketing website and the Rail Connect app
allow passengers to use the online ticket booking process by creating an account on the
official IRCTC e-ticketing website. Introduction of online ticket booking makes ticket
booking process convenient for rail travelers and reduces crowds at Indian Railways
stations
• Bio-toilets
◦ The introduction of bio-toilets in train carriages is one of
the great technical revolutions to standardize the Indian
railway system. The traditional system of railway toilets
raises the problem of open defecation along the tracks.
◦ Biological toilets use anaerobic bacteria to convert human
waste into water and gas and prevent human extracts
from falling on the train tracks, making the process
environmentally friendly. The bio-toilet system has
improved hygiene and reduced maintenance costs for
Indian trains and stations.
• GPS-enabled train tracking system
◦ The introduction of Indian Railways’ GPS tracking systems is
another milestone in transforming the travel experience for
passengers. It allowed travelers to track the real-time
location of their trains. It helps them to know the current
location of the train and calculate the estimated time to
reach their destination.
◦ Live train running status also helps passengers to know exactly
when the train will arrive at their boarding and disembarking
stations. Also, trains get diverted due to fog or other unusual
circumstances. The GPS tracking system informs passengers
of the train’s route and can plan accordingly.
• Automatic block signaling system
◦ The railway is divided into sections or blocks. Automatic block signaling axle counters are
installed at the end of each section, detecting the presence of a train and controlling
signals that allow the train to enter the next section safely.
◦ Automatic Block Signaling System (ABS) is used in railways to ensure trains do not collide
and allows Indian Railways to run more trains on the same track.
◦
• Digitalization in railway system
◦Whether you want to book your station pickup or
pack your goods on freight trains, you can do
everything online. Now for all Indian Railways
requirements you no longer need to visit the
stations. If you have an accident, you can also file a
report online.
◦Indian Railway System has inbuilt many scanning
facilities which help passengers to check train
ticket status online, know train timetables, find live
train locations, catch Rail Madad and much more
again through a train app or a website. In addition,
train passengers can order their favorite meals
through Travelkhana and have them delivered
directly to their seat.
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• Introduction of futurastic trains
◦ Indian Railways has introduced semi-high-speed trains like
the Tejas Rajdhani Express and the non-powered, self-
propelled Vande Bharat Express, which can travel at a
maximum speed of 160-180 km/h, to facilitate the
movement of passengers, saving them time.
◦ In addition, Indian Railways is also working on the bullet
train project. Apart from this, Indian Railways has
introduced CNG and solar powered trains to make rail
travel more eco-friendly.
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How technological advancement is
easing train journeys?
◦ The integration of the technology in Indian Railways makes the system work
smoothly thus ensuring the safety of the passengers. In addition, it also
facilitates Indian Railways maintenance works like detecting train faults,
optimizing train schedules and many more.
◦ Only with these technological advances are passengers able to check trains
between stations to plan their journeys, get current train running status, train
arrivals and departures and much more online. They can even order a travel
meal on the train through Travelkhana.
◦ Travelkhana is a technically compliant application that helps rail travelers get
online current trip status, timetables and much more. FoodDe;iveryin Train
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