Which of the following railway zones has recently completed 100% electrification of its entire route?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Konkan Railway
Out of the options you listed, the railway zone that has recently completed 100% electrification of its entire route is:
- Konkan Railway (as of March 30, 2022)
Konkan Railway is not a very extensive network, and it achieved 100% electrification before some larger zones.
Here's a quick update on the electrification status of other options:
- South Central Railway: While not yet at 100%, South Central Railway is one of the zones actively working towards electrification of its routes.
- Harbour Railway: This is a suburban railway network serving Mumbai and is partially electrified.
- North Eastern Railway: North Eastern Railway is also one of the zones working on electrification projects, but it hasn't achieved 100% yet.