The first three-phase electric locomotive ( WAG-9, Loco No. 31291) fitted with CAB air-conditioning system, manufactured in Chittaranjan Locomotive Works, was flagged off and put to service by the General Manager, Mr Amar nath, at a function held at a workshop on Monday, according to a CLW release.

This is a first of its kind electric locomotive produced by CLW for the Indian Railways. The principal officers, senior officers and members of staff council among others were present, the release adds.

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