Here’s a well-structured and fact-packed summary of the Chittaranjan Locomotive Works (CLW):

Located in Paschim Bardhaman District, West Bengal

Produced 431 electric locomotives

Surpassed the previous record of 402 locos in 2018–19

Performance Growth:

Achieved a 75% increase in production over 6 years

One of the largest electric locomotive manufacturers in the world

Established: 1950

Named after freedom fighter Deshbandhu Chittaranjan Das

Operates under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India

Primarily manufactures high-horsepower electric locomotives, including:

WAG-9 (freight)

WAP-7 (passenger)

WAG-12 (12,000 HP locos under Make in India, in collaboration with Madhepura Electric Locomotive Pvt. Ltd.)

CLW plays a critical role in electrification and modernization of Indian Railways

Its enhanced output supports the national push toward eco-friendly, electric traction

Regularly exports locomotives and components to other countries under India’s rail diplomacy and trade initiatives