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Electric Locomotives

Electric locomotives have become the dominant locomotive category in India, with 10,675 units recorded in 2023–24.

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The Indian Railways fleet contained 10,675 electric locomotives during 2023–24.

Electric locomotive numbers have grown substantially as railway electrification has expanded.

Modern Indian electric locomotive families include passenger locomotives such as WAP-5 and WAP-7 and freight locomotives including WAG-9 and WAG-12B.

Electric traction provides advantages such as high power output, regenerative braking capability and reduced dependence on diesel fuel.

The number of electric locomotives was more than double the recorded diesel fleet during 2023–24.

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