Mobile Train Radio Communication (MTRC)

Mobile Train Radio Communication (MTRC)

Part of: GS Prelims and GS – III – Economy; Science & Techbology

In news

• Mobile Train Radio Communication (MTRC) System has been commissioned in Western Railway Trains in Mumbai.

Key takeaways 

• The Mobile Train Radio Communication system is an effective and a technologically advanced communication system. 
• It can play an important role in preventing train accidents and reducing delays through effective communication.
• MTRC acts in a similar way to that of Air traffic control (ARC) for aircrafts. 
• The system will monitor, track and aid in communication between the trains and the control room. 
• This is the first time that MTRC is commissioned in Indian Railways. 
• The new system has already been installed in 90 out of 100 rakes running between Churchgate and Virar.