The Minister of Railways Development, John Peter Amewu, has announced that the train involved in a recent accident during a self-acceptance test will be operational by the second week of June. Apexnewsgh reports
The train, imported from Poland, collided with a stationary track during a test run, raising concerns about its readiness for service.
In an exclusive interview with Asaase Radio, Amewu revealed that engineers are working diligently to repair the damaged train. He stated that efforts are underway to ensure the train’s functionality and safety before commissioning it for service.
“The train will be operational very soon. It was unfortunate that we had that nasty scene where the train had to run into a stationary vehicle. We have ordered the necessary parts, which will arrive in the next three or four weeks,” Amewu said.
The minister estimated that the commissioning of the line will occur anytime from the first week to the second week in June, emphasizing that the arrival of the parts is crucial to the restoration process.
The Tema-Mpakadan railway line is expected to facilitate the efficient movement of goods and passengers, contributing to economic development and regional connectivity.
Despite the setback caused by the accident, Amewu expressed confidence in the capabilities of the engineering team tasked with repairing the train. He assured the public of the government’s commitment to ensuring the timely completion of the repairs and the subsequent commissioning of the train for service.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana
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