Transport Infrastructure : Union Minister inspects rail transport facilities

Union Minister for Transport U Mya Tun Oo and officials inspected the construction of Battery Electric Locomotives (BEL), Battery Electric Multiple Units (BEMU) and battery-powered rail carriages at Myanma Railways’ Locomotive Assembly and Manufacturing Factory in Nay Pyi Taw on Friday.

During the visit, they heard reports on the ongoing projects. The Union Minister noted that BELs and BEMUs, developed since the 2025-2026 fiscal year in accordance with the Head of State’s guidance, are already operating on various railway sections. He instructed officials to closely supervise battery production, ensure quality standards and complete the work within the designated timeframe.

The Union Minister later travelled by an RBE train from the Nay Pyi Taw Locomotive Workshop to Ywar Taw, Pyinmana and Pyi Win  stations. During the journey, he instructed officials to complete railway boundary fencing on schedule, maintain clean and tidy station premises, prevent illegal waste disposal and improve passenger comfort and travel experiences.