Indian Railways has approved a ₹175 crore infrastructure project to create additional homing facilities for 250 three-phase electric locomotives at the High Horse Power Diesel Shed in Raipur, under the South East Central Railway (SECR). The project, sanctioned on July 10, 2026, represents a significant step in strengthening locomotive maintenance infrastructure across the railway network.
Homing refers to the assignment of locomotives to designated maintenance sheds responsible for scheduled maintenance, safety inspections, repairs, and overall upkeep to ensure safe and efficient operation. This infrastructure augmentation is part of Indian Railways' ongoing efforts to optimize existing assets while creating required space for future technological expansion at the Raipur depot.
The project directly supports the rapid expansion of the electric locomotive fleet and addresses the increasing demands of freight and passenger operations across the network. The additional homing facilities will enable better utilization of existing infrastructure while enhancing maintenance capacity to support the growing fleet of electric locomotives.