130cr upgrade for Siliguri diesel loco shed

Kolkata: The Union railway ministry has sanctioned Rs 130 crore for the upgrade and expansion of the Siliguri diesel loco shed . The shed at Siliguri Junction station will be expanded to maintain 250 locomotives, from its present 100 locomotives, making it one of the largest loco sheds in India.

The railways will also set up maintenance and logistics facilities, apart from provisions for modern machinery and plants for upkeep of Evolution Series locomotives . The Evolution Series locomotives are being manufactured in India for both domestic use and export as part of a joint venture between Indian Railways and Wabtec .

The upgrade of Siliguri Junction station will increase the shed's capacity, supporting both freight and passenger services in the Northeast Frontier Railway zone. It will also create employment opportunities for youths in Siliguri, Darjeeling, Terai and Dooars.