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NFR's New Bongaigaon Workshop Sets New Rail Modernisation Benchmark

The Northeast Frontier Railway has achieved significant modernisation milestones at its New Bongaigaon workshop in Assam. Key accomplishments include developing an indigenous test bench for DEMU bogies and initiating the Mid-Life Rehabilitation of LHB coaches. The workshop also relocated Periodic Overhauling activities to a new, efficient shed and won a Rajbhasha Shield award. These steps enhance operational efficiency, safety, and maintenance capabilities for rolling stock.

Key Points: NFR's Assam Workshop Modernisation Sets New Railway Benchmark

  • Indigenous DEMU bogie test bench developed
  • Mid-Life Rehab of LHB coaches initiated
  • Relocated POH activities to new DEMU shed
  • Won Railway Rajbhasha Shield award
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NFR sets new benchmark in railway workshop modernisation in Assam's New Bongaigaon

Northeast Frontier Railway modernises New Bongaigaon workshop with indigenous test bench, LHB coach rehab, and efficiency gains.

"reaffirmed its continued focus on modernisation, operational efficiency and excellence - Kapinjal Kishore Sharma"

Guwahati, Jan 4

The Northeast Frontier Railway has set new benchmarks in railway workshop modernisation with the upgradation of its New Bongaigaon workshop in western Assam, railway officials said on Sunday.

NFR's Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Kapinjal Kishore Sharma said that the railway zone achieved notable infrastructure and operational milestones at the New Bongaigaon workshop during December 2025. He said that the New Bongaigaon workshop reaffirmed its continued focus on modernisation, operational efficiency and excellence in rolling stock maintenance in alignment with Indian Railways' wider reform and upgradation initiatives.

Further adding to this achievement, the C&W Workshop, New Bongaigaon was conferred Ministry of Railway, Rajbhasha Shield along with a cash award of Rs 14,000 by the Railway Board for outstanding implementation of Rajbhasha during 2024, bringing pride to NFR.

Sharma said that during the month of December (2025), New Bongaigaon Workshop also developed an indigenous test bench for assembled DEMU DPC bogies, enabling pre-installation testing of traction motors and early detection of defects. The system includes mandatory one hour run tests, real time monitoring of vibration and bearing temperatures and precise backlash measurement using high-accuracy dial gauges, significantly saving time and manpower, he stated.

Mid-Life Rehabilitation (MLR) of LHB coaches has been successfully initiated at New Bongaigaon Workshop following the allotment of a Rolling Stock Programme for 25 coaches.

According to the CPRO, through effective planning and optimal utilisation of available resources, interim arrangements were created by utilising the old Coach Lifting Shop (CLS) after relocating ICF Periodic Overhauling (POH) activities to the new Light Coach Repair Shop (LCRS). These proactive measures have enabled the smooth commencement of MLR activities, while a proposal for a dedicated MLR shed is being progressed to strengthen longterm maintenance infrastructure.

The official said that the NFR has successfully relocated all POH activities of DEMU rakes from the old Wagon Paint Shop to a newly commissioned DEMU shed at New Bongaigaon Workshop. Planned under the 2021-22 infrastructure development initiatives, the modern covered facility has enhanced operational efficiency, streamlined workflow and improved safety and productivity, strengthening rolling stock maintenance capabilities.

These achievements underscore Northeast Frontier Railway's continued emphasis on infrastructure, innovation and operational efficiency, reinforcing safe and reliable railway operations, the NFR CPRO stated.

- IANS

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Priya S
As someone from Guwahati, I've seen how crucial good rail connectivity is for the region's economy. Upgrading maintenance facilities like this should mean fewer delays and breakdowns. Hope this translates to better on-time performance for all NFR trains soon!
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Rohit P
Good step, but I hope the focus on modernisation also includes proper training for the staff and doesn't lead to job cuts. The railway workshops employ many locals. Development should benefit the workers as much as the infrastructure.
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Sarah B
The technical details about the test bench and real-time monitoring are impressive. This is how you build a modern, efficient railway system. Saving time and manpower through innovation is key. Kudos to the engineers and workers involved.
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Kavya N
Congratulations to the team on winning the Rajbhasha Shield as well! Promoting Hindi alongside technical excellence shows a holistic approach. Proud to see our railways progressing on all fronts. More power to NFR!
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Michael C
The Mid-Life Rehabilitation of LHB coaches is a smart, sustainable move. Extending the life of existing assets is often better than constant new procurement. Efficient use of the old Coach Lifting Shop shows good, practical planning.
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Vikram M
This is the kind of development news

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