Pithampur-Dhar Rail Trial Run: Mumbai Distance Cut by 55km, Malwa-Nimar Cheers

• Western Railway announces speed trials and technical inspection on the new Pithampur-Dhar railway line from March 23-26, 2026.
• Successful trial will provide Dhar district with its first rail connectivity and reduce Indore-Mumbai distance by 55 km.
• The 17-year-old project's final phase will boost industrial and economic activities, benefiting Pithampur industrial area and tribal-dominated Dhar.
• Four-day trial includes checking track strength, OHE, and signaling at 50 km/h; safety appeal issued to locals.
• Tihi tunnel (2.9 km) and electrification are in final stages; high-speed trial and CRS inspection to follow for passenger train operations.