Garshiya
Hajipur: In a move to ensure safe and secure railway operations, the East Central Railway has introduced a modern Water Level Monitoring System at key bridges across its network. The Water Level Monitoring System provides real-time information on water levels through automated SMS alerts to relevant officials. This system, powered by solar panels and equipped with sensors and a chip, is linked to the track management system. Regular updates on water levels are sent directly to the mobile phones of designated staff, enabling prompt action to protect railway tracks if necessary.
A total of 57 critical railway bridges have been equipped with the Water Level Monitoring System during this monsoon season. These bridges are located over major rivers such as the Ganga, Kosi, and Gandak, spanning across various divisions of East Central Railway. In the Sonpur Division, five bridges have been equipped with the system, including Gandak River Bridge No. 78 and Kosi River Bridge No. 10. Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Division has installed the Water Level Monitoring System on two bridges, including Son River Bridge No. 531. Danapur Division has nine bridges with the new system, including Ganga River Bridge No. 7DB and Sone River Bridge No. 200A.
Samastipur Division has the highest number of installations, with 34 bridges monitored, including numerous bridges over the Kosi, Bagmati, and Kamala Rivers. Lastly, Dhanbad Division has seven bridges equipped, including Damodar River Bridge No. 8 and Konar River Bridge No. 173. The implementation of this modern technology is expected to significantly enhance the East Central Railway’s ability to monitor and respond to fluctuating water levels during the monsoon season, ensuring the safety and continuity of rail services.
The Water Level Monitoring System is an innovative approach to addressing the challenges posed by monsoon rains, which can cause water levels to rise rapidly and pose a threat to railway infrastructure. By providing real-time data, the system allows railway officials to make informed decisions and take timely actions to prevent any potential damage. The solar-powered system is also environmentally friendly, contributing to the sustainability efforts of the East Central Railway.
