The BTPN has a live rear end – the Katni WDG 3A # 14978 pushes the rake as our 1609A passenger waits on the platform line at Valha. The WDG 3A carries a red flag denoting that this is the rear end of a loco as also the LV plate denoting that this is the rear end of a train. Many freights in the Pune – Satara section are seen with bankers in both directions to overcome the gradients and maintain a good working speed.