Central Railway saved Rs 1.71 billion in financial year 2024-25 by adopting Head-On Generation (HOG) technology across its train operations, an official said. The energy-efficient system helped reduce environmental clearance and operational costs in all five divisions.
HOG implementation reached 86.71 per cent during the year, bringing the highest savings of Rs 1.36 billion in the Mumbai division, followed by Rs 223.1 million in Pune, Rs 69.6 million in Nagpur, Rs 36.8 million in Solapur, and Rs 15.9 million in Bhusawal.
Unlike the traditional End-On Generation (EOG) system, which uses diesel-powered generator cars, HOG draws electricity directly from overhead electric lines through the locomotive. This powers coach systems like air conditioning and lighting without additional fuel.
The elimination of generator cars reduces diesel consumption and harmful emissions, contributing to quieter and more sustainable rail operations.
According to the railway release, the shift to HOG improves cost efficiency while supporting the Railways鈥� environmental and energy objectives.
Source:Press Trust of India
