In the earthquakes of 7,7 and 7,6 centered in the Pazarcık and Elbistan districts of Kahramanmaraş, 1275 kilometers of railways were damaged. İsmail Hakkı Murtazaoğlu, Deputy Director General of the Republic of Turkey State Railways (TCDD), announced that the total damage, including the damage on the lines and the destroyed buildings, cost 15,3 billion TL.
İsmail Hakkı Murtazaoğlu, Deputy General Manager of TCDD, said that a total of 11 kilometers of railway line passing through 1275 provinces affected by the earthquake was affected by the disaster.
Noting that the maintenance teams started working right after the earthquake, Murtazaoğlu said, “After the second earthquake, controls were made again and the damage conditions were determined. In these line sections affected by the earthquake, partial renovation and maintenance and repair works were carried out in the infrastructure and superstructure. The 1212 kilometer section was opened to train traffic. Our rehabilitation and maintenance works continue for a total of 63 kilometers.” said.
Noting that a total of 3 personnel work in the provinces affected by the earthquake, Murtazaoğlu said, “The wagons have been put into use for the shelter needs of our earthquake-affected citizens. Shelter services were provided to 624 earthquake victims at stations and stations. Logistics support was provided to the earthquake area with 6 trains and 90 wagons.” used his statements.
Maintenance and Repair Cost in Railways 15,3 Billion TL
Murtazaoğlu, who also gave information about the damages on the lines affected by the earthquake and on the TCDD buildings, said, “The damage on the lines in the Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquakes is approximately 11,3 billion liras. A total cost of 4 billion TL, approximately 15,3 billion TL, was incurred for the construction of the destroyed station and station buildings and other facility buildings, and for the maintenance and repair of the damaged ones. said.