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Gandhidham–Kandla Port section
Overview
StatusOperational
OwnerIndian Railways
LocaleGujarat
Termini
Service
SystemFreight
Operator(s)Western Railway
History
Opened1930
Technical
Track length11 km (7 mi)
Number of tracks2
Track gauge5 ft 6 in (1,676 mm) broad gauge
ElectrificationYes
Route map

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freight depot
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Gandhidham BG Mainline rail interchangeParking
Kandla Port ferry/water interchange

The Gandhidham–Kandla Port section belongs to the Western Railway of Kutch district in Gujarat state.

History

The railway was financed by the Maharao Khengarji Bawa of Kutch, and the initial section to Anjar was opened in 1905. An extension from Anjar to the state capital of Bhuj was later made and lines opened in 1908. 15 miles from Anjar to Kandla was opened in 1930. Cutch State Railway was merged into the Western Railway on 5 November 1951.

Route

Gandhidham–Kandla Port section connects Kandla Port. This line generally used to transport freight to and from Kandla Port.

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