Railway Traction Power Systems (PSI)
Project Overview
Client Name – KRCL
Location – Salem Jn. – Coimbatore Jn. / Podanur Jn. (SA–CBE/PTJ), Tamil Nadu
Nature of Project – PSI Railway Work (2×25 kV AT Feeding System)
Project Tenure: 18 Months
Work Description:
• 3 Traction Substations (TSS)
• 3 Switching Posts (SP)
• 8 Sub-Sectioning & Paralleling Posts (SSP)
Project Value: ₹180 Crore
Railway Traction Power Systems (PSI)
Project Details
This prestigious project forms a cornerstone of Indian Railways’ Mission 3000 MT loading target, focused on modernizing traction power infrastructure to enable higher axle loads, enhance reliability, and expand freight and passenger capacity in line with India’s vision of a future-ready, high-capacity railway network.
Multi Infra is executing the Design, Supply, Erection, Testing & Commissioning of Traction Substations (Scott-Connected) along with power quality compensating equipment, Switching Posts (SP), Sub-Sectioning Posts (SSP), and SCADA systems for the 2×25 kV AT feeding system on the Salem Junction – Coimbatore Junction / Podanur Junction section of the Salem Division, Southern Railway.
Scope of Work
- Detailed engineering and system design for 2×25 kV AT traction system
- Supply of Scott-connected traction transformers and associated equipment
- Erection and commissioning of 3 Traction Substations (TSS)
- Installation of 3 Switching Posts (SP) and 8 SSPs
- Integration of power quality compensating equipment
- SCADA system installation and remote monitoring integration
- Testing, commissioning, and compliance with RDSO & Indian Railways standards
Impact & Outcome
- Strengthened traction power reliability for high-density railway corridors
- Enabled higher freight loading capacity under Mission 3000 MT
- Improved system efficiency through advanced power quality management
- Enhanced operational safety and real-time monitoring via SCADA
- Supported Indian Railways’ modernization and electrification objectives
Our Expertise in Railway Electrification
With deep expertise in Railway PSI works, traction substations, SCADA integration, and power systems, Multi Infra continues to deliver large-scale, high-value railway electrification projects with strict adherence to safety, quality, and execution timelines.
