Indian Railways Approves ₹223 Crore for Kavach 4.0 on 614.75 Route Kilometres of Varanasi Division

The Ministry of Railways has approved the implementation of Kavach Version 4.0, an indigenous Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, across 614.75 route kilometers in the Varanasi (BSB) Division of the North Eastern Railway. The project, sanctioned at a cost of ₹223 crore, aims to expand the coverage of this technology to balance sections within the division. Kavach is designed to improve operational safety by preventing Signal Passing at Danger (SPAD) and facilitating automatic brake application. This initiative aligns with the Indian Railways' broader strategy to enhance safety infrastructure and expand the deployment of indigenous train protection technology across its national network.