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www.swr.indianrailways.gov.in- 2020-06-26
दक्षिण पश्चिम रेलवे/ SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY प्रेस विज्ञप्ति/ Press Release No. 148 Dt: 24.06.2020 SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY INSTALLED WATER LEVEL MONITORING SYSTEM on BRIDGES OF MALAPRABHA & KRISHNA RIVERS Water level at Railway bridges is required to be monitored at regular intervals. This is necessary especially during the monsoon to take appropriate action as and when the water level reaches the threshold limit. Hitherto river level is usually being monitored manually by observing with respect to painted marking on bridge piers. Remote monitoring of the continuous river level during monsoon is possible now along with Intelligent Field Device that shall communicate and transmit the river level data to a centrally located server. In order to remotely monitor the water level, river level monitoring instruments have been installed at two of the SWR’s major Bridges on Londa – Miraj Section of Hubballi Division of SWR on Bridge No.44 on Malaprabha River between Gunji Railway station & Khanapur Station and Bridge No.184 over Krishna River between Kudachi station & Ugar Khurd Stations respectively. In the ensuing monsoon seasons, especially in the regions with catchment of rainwater, these will serve as a safe alternative to monitor excess/sudden water flow or flash floods. The water at river level can be monitored from anywhere, anytime over a simple Internet browser. A useful feature of this system is generation of SMS alerts. User shall also be able to receive SMS alerts based on various thresholds of regular level, danger level or high flood level. Any alarming condition that may develop at site is immediately communicated by way of SMS generated by Central Server on the mobile phones of the concerned officer. The officer then can take immediate action to correct the problem and take requisite decisions. Intelligent River level Monitoring instrument is a Pulse Radar Two-Wire Transmitter using microwave technology. Radar continuously and accurately measures Level up to a range of 30mtr.The measurement output is 4-20 mA current signal. The Intelligent river level-monitoring instrument is made of SS316 and is best suited for dusty & high-pressure conditions. A complete history of data can be maintained enabling in-depth analysis of the field data. In order to overcome the problem of reliable power supply, system works individually on Solar power supply as well as in combination of Solar & Mains power supply with a minimum battery backup for 72 hours and in built memory for backup and storage for a minimum of 4 days. This water level monitoring system has been completed at a cost of Rs.10 Lakhs each. Shri Suresh Angadi, Hon’ble MoSR has been emphasizing on the importance of taking up and completing safety works. Installation of River level monitoring system is a step in the right direction for monitoring safety of Bridges 24x7. This work has been undertaken by Bridge organization of SWR led by Shri Koushal Kishore, CPD/BW under the guidance of Shri Vijay Agarwal, PCE. Shri A. K. Singh, General Manager, SWR told that by adopting technology, monitoring and maintenance of assets and gears is being made more effective and efficient. Especially these two rivers on which these systems are provided are known for high water flow in Monsoon and this system will aid Railway engineers in safe maintenance of bridges.
Chief Public Relations Officer South Western Railway, Hubballi 2
www.swr.indianrailways.gov.in- 2020-04-30
दक्षिण पश्चिम रेलवे/ SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY प्रेस विज्ञप्ति/ Press Release No. 59 Dt:29.04.2020 SWR TAKEN UP REGIRDERING OF TUNGA BRIDGE IN LOCKDOWN
Nationwide lockdown was imposed since March 25 to avoid spike in Covid-19 cases. To prevent spread of COVID, passenger train movements have been suspended. Workforce of Railways is relentlessly working torun freight and parcel trains to move essential goods and parcels across the country. Also utilizing this time, SWR is taking up intensive maintenance works. Many track and bridge works are going on all over South Western Railway.SWR is extensively carrying out safety and maintenance works on the rail network which was not possible, without affecting passenger train operations and without taking blocks during the otherwise busy train schedules. Converting the unprecedented extended lockdown into an opportunity, Bridge Organization of SWR has taken up regirdering work of Bridge No.86 on the Tunga River near Shivamogga starting from 28.4.2020.This is an important bridge connecting Chikmagalur to Shivamogga Town.This important bridge between Birur and Talguppa has 15 spans of 18.30 m each - Steel plate girders. The work of replacing the girders is being taken up at a cost of Rs.7 Cr. The existing steel girders are of non-standard Meter gauge. The same were retained for Broad Gauge. They are now re-braced and are being replaced with 25 Tonne fit loading standard steel girders. The height of the bridge is about 20m from river bed.Permission to take up the work during the lockdown period has been obtained from Shivamogga District Administration. The work is being executed under guidance of Shri Vijay Agarwal, PCE and Shri Kaushal Kishore, CPD/Bridge Works. Two 250 T Capacity Road Cranes, one 110 Capacity earth moving machines and one Road Trailer are being used for movement of materials.In addition one 15 T Capacity Hydra Crane, lifting jacks and gas cutting equipment are involved in lifting and cutting materials.The SWR working staff at this site include 16 Bridge Staff, 22 P Way staff and 5 S&T staff.In addition 25 contract labourers have been hired for carrying out other works. The regirdering is targeted to be completed by 02.05.2020. All staff working on bridge have been provided with safety equipment and also wearing masks and sanitizers to safeguard against the spread of Covid-19 virus. Outside labourers are also being provided food and accommodation with all precautions against spread of virus.They are also being counseled by engineers to maintain social distancing and personal hygiene during work and otherwise. SWR is not only carrying out regular maintenance but also working nonstop for the summer and upcoming monsoon season preparedness which is challenging for train operations. General Manager South Western Railway, Shri Ajay Kumar Singh said that Railways stands in the forefront supporting battle against COVID. Along with working on various COVID preventive measures, Railways is parallely taking up maintenance of vital safety assets also in this period. Staff are working duly ensuring social distance he said Chief Public Relations Officer South Western Railway, Hubballi | ||||||||