BPAC (Block Proving by Axle Counter) commissioned in Vashind-Asangaon section of Mumbai Division of Central Railway to enhance safety

Taking an important step towards strengthening the safety measures and ensuring uninterrupted train operations, Mumbai Division of Central Railway has successfully commissioned Block Proving by Axle Counter (BPAC) system in Vashind-Asangaon section. The entire block section is provided with multi section digital axle counter in dual detection and auto reset mode. BPAC system plays a vital role in maintaining utmost safety of train operations. Specifically, it carefully checks the last vehicle of a section, subsequently confirming clearance of the section before giving authorization for another train to enter. This technology counts the number of wheel axles of train coaches passing in a particular section and it ensures safe evacuation of all those coaches without any coach being left in the middle of the section. And only after its technical confirmation, the system allows the following second train to enter that particular section, thus ensuring 100% safety by avoiding more than 1 train in a particular section between 2 stop signals. This state-of-the-art technology acts as a vigilant guardian, ensuring train movement without any compromise on passenger safety or operational efficiency.