Summary:
The officials said the Pune division used advanced systems to inspect electrically-run equipment, systems and assemblies, helping detect malfunctions, if any, at an early stage. There are about 200 AC coaches in Pune division. Officials said the possibility of a fire due to internal fractures is “very very less” on trains operating from Pune and maintained by the Pune division. “In the Pune division there are about 200 AC coaches and it’s a task in itself to handle as they need frequent and minute inspections,” said an official. Officials said there were in all 61 rakes (group of coaches required for a train service) which are used to operate 29 long-distance and short-distance trains in the Pune division..