Indian Railways Clears ₹252 Crore Kavach 4.0 Rollout in Lucknow Division
What Happened
On September 19, 2026, the Ministry of Railways approved ₹252 crore for the deployment of Kavach Version 4.0 across 607.7 route kilometres of the Lucknow Division, North Eastern Railway. Kavach is India’s indigenous Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, designed to prevent Signal Passing at Danger (SPAD) incidents and enhance operational safety. The project will extend coverage to the remaining sections of the division, adding an extra safety layer to train operations.
Key Takeaways
The approval strengthens India’s push for indigenous railway safety technology, expanding Kavach’s reach and improving passenger protection. By automating braking and monitoring train movement, the system reduces risks and modernises rail operations.