Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], March 8: Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that he would be visiting the electronic manufacturing cluster in Divitipally, Telangana, which is crucial for the growing electric vehicle industry. The cluster, supported by both the central and state governments, focuses on battery packs, cell manufacturing, and lithium batteries, which are essential components for electric vehicles.
In a statement, Vaishnaw said, “PM Modi has placed a significant emphasis on electronics manufacturing, and in Telangana, we have three electronics manufacturing clusters supported by the central government. One of these is in Divitipally, which I am visiting today. This facility is primarily focused on manufacturing battery packs, cells, and lithium batteries, all of which are vital for the electric vehicle industry, which is expanding rapidly in India. The central government has provided funds for the infrastructure, and I believe this is a state-of-the-art facility.”
This manufacturing cluster is part of India’s broader push to boost the electric vehicle industry, ensuring that the country remains competitive in the global market for clean energy solutions.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw’s Focus on Crowded Station Management
Earlier this week, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also conducted a high-level meeting on crowd control measures at railway stations. During the meeting, it was announced that permanent waiting areas would be created outside 60 stations across the country. These efforts are aimed at decongesting stations and improving passenger convenience.
Vaishnaw explained, “Pilot projects have already begun at stations like New Delhi, Anand Vihar, Varanasi, Ayodhya, and Patna. Passengers will only be allowed onto the platforms when their train is ready to depart. This will help to reduce station congestion.”
Furthermore, a new system was introduced to segregate passengers. Those without tickets or on the waiting list will have to wait in external ‘waiting areas,’ while passengers with confirmed tickets will have direct access to the platforms.
The railways are also taking inspiration from the arrangements made during the Mahakumbh to improve the design and safety of station infrastructure. Two new designs for Foot Over Bridges (FOB) measuring 12 meters (40 feet) and 6 meters (20 feet) in width have been developed and will be installed across stations.
Additionally, the railways will install a large number of cameras for continuous monitoring of stations and their surroundings. Staff members will also be given new identity cards, ensuring only authorized personnel can enter restricted areas. Station directors will now have the authority to control ticket sales based on station capacity and the number of available trains.
These measures are designed to improve passenger safety, enhance station efficiency, and address the growing challenges posed by crowd management in India’s railway system.