CURATED BY – GAURAV SINGHAL | CITYCHIEFNEWS

Varanasi, To mark the 100 glorious years of electric traction in Indian Railways, a special exhibition was organized by the Electrical Department of Banaras Rail Engine Factory in Surya Sarovar premises from 03 to 05 February 2025. This historical exhibition was inaugurated by General Manager Shri Naresh Pal Singh by cutting the ribbon on 03 February at 11:00 am.
The exhibition specially displays rare historical documents, photographs, and models of locomotives depicting the journey of 100 years of electrification. Interactive infographics display gives glimpses of 100 years of electric loco journey and information about future railway technologies.
On the arrival of General Manager Shri Naresh Pal Singh, all the officers and employees gave him a grand welcome. General Manager Naresh Pal Singh made the moment even more glorious by cutting the cake to mark the completion of 100 years of electric traction in Indian Railways. Thereafter, he felicitated the winners of essay, painting and quiz competitions organized for BHEL employees and their families. He also felicitated the nominated employees from each department by presenting them souvenir coffee mugs for their services.

On this occasion, in his address, General Manager Shri Naresh Pal Singh said that the journey of 100 years of electric traction in Indian Railways is not just a technological advancement but a historic step towards sustainable development of railways and energy-efficient transportation. We are committed to 100% electrification which we hope to achieve by 2025. BHEL has always played a leading role in railway electrification. Starting with 2 electric locomotives in 2017, we have the distinction of manufacturing 2250 electric locomotives till date. We are committed to adopting energy-efficient and environment-friendly technologies in the future as well. This exhibition will inspire us to take new resolutions towards the green future of Indian Railways.

Speaking on the occasion, Shri Sushil Kumar Srivastava, Principal Chief Electrical Engineer said, Indian Railways is one of the largest railway networks in the world, which is today moving towards full electrification. Completing 100 years of electric traction in Indian Railways is a milestone. This journey has led us towards an energy-efficient and environment-friendly transport system. We are proud that we are committed to achieve the target of 'Net Zero Carbon Emission' by 2030.