Fri May 23 12:59:00 UTC 2025: ## News Article Summary:
**Headline:** New Broad Gauge Railway Line Between Peralam and Karaikal Nears Completion After Statutory Inspection
**Tiruchi, May 23, 2025** – Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) A.M. Chowdhary from the Southern Circle Bengaluru is conducting a two-day statutory inspection of the newly constructed broad gauge railway line connecting Peralam and Karaikal. The inspection, which commenced on Tuesday, is a crucial step toward resuming rail services on the 23.5 km stretch after a nearly 40-year hiatus.
Accompanied by high-ranking officials from Southern Railway, including Chief Administrative Officer Sushil Kumar Maurya and Divisional Railway Manager M.S. Anbalagan, the CRS meticulously reviewed the track, subways, level crossings, bridges, and signalling systems. The inspection included a motor trolley assessment of the Peralam to Thirunallar section.
The inspection will continue on Saturday, culminating in a speed trial run from Karaikal to Peralam aboard a special train. The new broad gauge line, constructed by the Southern Railway Construction Organisation, replaces a former metre gauge line that was discontinued decades ago. The project includes new station buildings, bridges, and subways, paving the way for improved rail connectivity in the region.
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