The Indian Railways began construction of metal beam fencing along the 622-kilometre stretch between Mumbai and Ahmedabad to prevent stray cattle from being run over by trains. All eight tenders have been awarded and work along this stretch will cost approximately Rs 245.26 crore, the Railway Ministry said.
“The fencing is very robust as it consists of two W-beams. A W-beam type stands for wide flanges, which are thicker, that aid in resisting bend stress. Such fencing is used in highways and expressways, especially at accident-prone areas to provide protection to vehicles as well as pedestrians,” the Railways said. The work is expected to be completed by May end.
