Palitana–Sihor section

Palitana–Sihor section
Overview
StatusOperational
OwnerIndian Railways
LocaleGujarat
Termini
Stations2
Service
Operator(s)Western Railway
Technical
Track length27.62 km (17 mi)
Number of tracks1
Track gauge5 ft 6 in (1,676 mm) broad gauge
ElectrificationYes (CSR completed on 31st March 2022)

The Palitana–Sihor section belongs to Bhavnagar division of Western Railway zone in Gujarat State.[1]

History[edit]

Palitana–Sihor section was opened in 1910. The length of Palitana–Sihor section was 27.62 km. Palitana–Sihor section was opened again after Meter gauge to Broad gauge conversion in 2005.[2][3][4]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Passing trains through Palitana–Sihor section". India Rail Info.
  2. ^ "Section opening dates from History of Western Railways, Ministry of Railways" (PDF). Western Railway.
  3. ^ "Chronology of railways in India, Part 7 (2000 - present)". IRFCA.
  4. ^ "Lalu leaves a lot to be desired in Gujarat". Times of India.