The freight train during its successful trial run between
Shokhuvi and Molvom on Wednesday.
- DIMAPUR — The
Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) successfully conducted the 1st trial run of a
freight train with Multi Unit (MU) locomotives in the Shokhuvi-Molvom railway
section of the Dhansiri-Zubza new line project on February 11.
- A press release on Wednesday described this development as a
significant milestone in boosting railway connectivity in Nagaland. “The train
reached Molvom at around 18:00 hrs, signifying a major step towards the
commissioning of this 15.419 km vital railway stretch, which is targeted for
completion within the next few months.
- “The successful trial run holds immense significance for the
Molvom region and its railway station, which is set to become the third major
railway station in Nagaland, following Dimapur and Shokhuvi stations,” it
stated.
- Once fully operational, the new rail link will facilitate
better movement of passengers and goods, bridging the logistical gap and
fostering greater economic development, the NFR added.
- “Furthermore, this development is expected to immensely
benefit local traders, entrepreneurs, and business units in the Molvom region
by providing them with a reliable and cost-effective transportation option for
their goods and materials.
- “With railway freight services becoming operational, local
industries and small-scale manufacturers will gain a direct gateway to national
markets, enabling them to trade their finished products efficiently across the
nation,” it added.
