Bengaluru Suburban Rail: K-RIDE Terminates the Contract with L&T for Line 2

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Bengaluru Suburban Rail: K-RIDE Terminates the Contract with L&T for Line 2

BENGALURU (Metro Rail News): The Bengaluru Suburban Rail project has encountered a delay following K-RIDE’s recent decision to re-tender the remaining civil works for Corridor 2, which stretches from Benniganahalli to Chikkabanavara. The contract for this line, originally awarded to Larsen & Toubro (L&T) in 2022, has been terminated due to multiple factors affecting project execution. 

In 2022, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) bagged the civil works contract for Corridor 2 of the Bengaluru Suburban Rail project. However, the project faced several delays, and L&T was unable to meet certain contractual requirements. As a result, the agreement was terminated.

L&T had stopped construction activities in March 2024, stating that the delay in acquiring the required land had caused its resources to remain idle, which led to financial losses. L&T has officially terminated the contracts for the Mallige Line and Kanka Line.

The Bengaluru Suburban Railway Project is a ₹15,767-crore project. It will create a 148-kilometre suburban rail network across four corridors to connect major residential, commercial, and industrial areas. 

The Line 2, also known as the Mallige Line, will run from Benniganahalli to Chikkabanavara. The corridor covers a total distance of 24.866 km, including 7.723 km of elevated sections and 17.143 km of at-grade sections. It is an important route as it links the eastern and western parts of Bengaluru and connects with other suburban rail and metro lines, improving overall city connectivity.

On 6 October, K-RIDE announced that fresh tenders will soon be invited to complete the pending works, with the move expected to streamline construction and put the project back on track.

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Ashwini Vaishnaw Inspects Surat Stretch of Bullet Train Project

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Ashwini Vaishnaw Inspects Surat Stretch of Bullet Train Project

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Japan’s Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport & Tourism Hiromasa Nakano jointly reviewed the progress of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) project during an inspection visit to the Surat stretch. 

The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) said that Nakano, accompanied by Vaishnaw, visited the construction site at Surat: “The two Ministers reviewed key components of the project, including the track slab laying car and the track slab adjustment facility and also expressed satisfaction with the quality standards being followed and commended the rapid pace of construction”. As reported by The Indian Express. 

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Nakano’s visit follows just over a month after Prime Minister Narendra Modi travelled on the Shinkansen bullet train in Japan with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. 

The Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor, India’s first bullet train project, is a 508.17 km long under-construction high-speed rail line designed to link Mumbai in Maharashtra with Ahmedabad in Gujarat through 12 stations. 

Stations: Mumbai (Bandra Kurla Complex), Thane, Virar, Boisar, Vapi, Bilimora, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Anand/Nadiad, Ahmedabad, and Sabarmati

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PM Modi Inaugurates Final Stretch of Mumbai Metro Line 3 

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PM Modi Inaugurates Final Stretch of Mumbai Metro Line 3 

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The Mumbai Metro network achieved a major milestone as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the final section of the Mumbai Metro Line 3, covering a 10.99 km stretch between Worli and Cuffe Parade. With this inauguration, the entire 33.5 km underground corridor is now open for passenger operations.

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The Mumbai Metro Line 3 project was implemented in phases and marks the city’s first fully underground metro line. Phase 1, connecting Aarey Colony to the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), began operations on 7 October 2024. This was followed by Phase 2, linking BKC to Worli, which was launched on 9 May 2025. The final stretch now seamlessly extends services up to the southern tip of Mumbai at Cuffe Parade.

Commenced in January 2017, the ambitious project took nine years to complete, with tunnelling operations concluding in November 2022. The line traverses key commercial and industrial hubs such as SEEPZ, BKC, Lower Parel, Fort, Nariman Point, and Cuffe Parade, reducing travel time between North and South Mumbai.

A crucial highlight of Line 3 is its direct connectivity to the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), providing enhanced transit convenience for daily commuters. 

The Mumbai Metro Line 3 was developed at an estimated cost of ₹37,276 crore and is  expected to transform urban mobility in the city. The fare structure ranges from ₹10 to ₹70, making it both accessible and affordable for a wide range of commuters.

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CCEA Approves ₹24,634 Cr Multi-Tracking Railway Projects

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CCEA Approves ₹24,634 Cr Multi-Tracking Railway Projects

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved four major multi-tracking railway projects with a combined investment of approximately ₹24,634 crore. Together, these projects will expand the Indian Railways network by around 894 km, covering 18 districts across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Chhattisgarh.

The approved multi-tracking projects include:

  • Wardha–Bhusawal (3rd and 4th lines) – 314 km in Maharashtra
  • Gondia–Dongargarh (4th line) – 84 km across Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh
  • Vadodara–Ratlam (3rd and 4th lines) – 259 km across Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh
  • Itarsi–Bhopal–Bina (4th line) – 237 km in Madhya Pradesh

These projects are expected to enhance rail capacity, efficiency, and operational flexibility along key routes while improving connectivity for approximately 3,633 villages with a combined population of about 85.84 lakh. They also cover two Aspirational Districts—Vidisha and Rajnandgaon.

Planned under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, these initiatives emphasize integrated infrastructure development through coordinated planning and stakeholder collaboration. By boosting multi-modal connectivity and logistical efficiency, the projects aim to provide seamless movement of passengers, goods, and essential services across regions.

DB Engineering & Consulting Signs Contract for Surat Metro 

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DB Engineering & Consulting Signs Contract for Surat Metro 

SURAT (Metro Rail News): Surat Metro Rail Project progressed as DB Engineering and Consulting has signed a contract with Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) Limited for Consulting Services for Phase I of the Surat Metro Rail Project. 

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DB Reported work has already commenced, following an inception site visit to Surat by a DB E&C delegation that included Sebastian Philipp, Senior Manager – Smart Mobility & Digitalization; Siddhesh Kakade, Business Consultant; Siddharth M, Project Manager – Consulting; and Nishant Vyas, Head of Business Consulting in India.

Over the next 24 months, DB Engineering & Consulting will work closely with GMRC to develop strategies and solutions for operations and maintenance planning, non-farebox revenue generation, integrated mobility, and passenger-centric station design. The team will also support training initiatives, public engagement, and communications—contributing to the creation of a smart, accessible, and sustainable metro system for Surat.

Surat Metro is an under-construction mass rapid transit system (MRTS) with a total network length of approximately 40.35 km. Phase 1 comprises two corridors and 37 stations. 

S.No.CorridorsUnderground (km)Elevated/At Grade (km)Total (km)
1Sarthana-Dream City6.4715.1421.61
2Bhesan-Saroli–18.7418.74
Total6.4733.8840.35

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Efkon India Wins E&M Contract for Corridor 2 of Kanpur Metro

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Efkon India Wins E&M Contract for Corridor 2 of Kanpur Metro

KANPUR (Metro Rail News): Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (UPMRC) has announced Efkon India Private Limited as the lowest bidder for the Electrical and Mechanical System contract for Corridor 2 of Kanpur Metro. The Line 2 of Kanpur Metro spans 8.38 km from Rawatpur Railway Station to Jaurali through 8 stations. 

UPMRC had invited bids for this contract with a completion deadline of 420 days. The technical bids were opened on April 29, 2025, revealing that five firms had submitted their proposals. The technical evaluation was conducted on September 24, 2024, during which one firm’s bid was rejected. Subsequently, the financial bids were opened on October 3, 2025, and after evaluation, Efkon India emerged as the lowest bidder for the contract.

Financial Bid Values 

Firms Bid Value 
Efkon India Private Limited₹ 164 Cr
Blue Star Limited₹ 175.9 Cr 
Kalpataru Projects International Limited₹ 178.1 Cr
Universal Mep Projects & Engineering Services Limited₹ 231.4 Cr

Contract Value: Rs. 164 Cr

Contract Duration: 420 days

Contract’s Scope of Work: Design Verification, Detail Engineering, Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of Electrical and Mechanical System, DG Sets, Environment Control System, Tunnel Ventilation System and Building Management System for three underground metro stations (viz. Double Pulia, Kakadeo and Rawatpur Railway Station) of Corridor-2 of Kanpur MRTS Project at Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.

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Chennai Metro Phase 2: Tunnelling Work to Start Between Thiruvanmiyur and Indira Nagar on Line 3

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Chennai Metro Phase 2: Tunnelling Work to Start Between Thiruvanmiyur and Indira Nagar on Line 3

CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): The Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) is set to commence one of its most complex tunnelling operations in November, as part of the ambitious Phase II expansion project. The forthcoming work involves creating twin tunnels over a 650-metre stretch between Thiruvanmiyur and Indira Nagar, considered among the most technically demanding portions of Corridor 3.

Corridor 3 spans 45.8 km from Madhavaram to SIPCOT via Adyar, including an extensive 26.8 km underground section. Once completed, the line will connect nearly 40 key locations, enhancing connectivity for commuters travelling between Madhavaram and SIPCOT.

At the Thiruvanmiyur station site, excavation has been progressing for several weeks. One tunnel boring machine (TBM) has already been lowered into position, and a second is expected to follow soon. However, engineers have run into unforeseen geological hurdles.

“We anticipated hard rock at Thiruvanmiyur but did not expect such dense, high-quality granite,” a senior CMRL official reported. “While controlled blasting was initially planned, the contractor opted instead for chemical disintegration as a safer and more precise alternative.” as reported by The Hindu. 

Excavation has now reached a depth of 22 metres, but the granite formations are expected to slow progress. Normally, a short tunnel stretch such as this could be completed quickly, but officials estimate the work could take up to a year.

The official stated “If the TBM continually drills through hard rock, the cutterhead discs will wear out faster,” the official added. “Multiple cutterhead interventions to replace worn parts may be required for both machines, which will be time-consuming.” 

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Bihar CM Inaugurates Patna Metro’s Priority Corridor

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Bihar CM Inaugurates Patna Metro’s Priority Corridor

PATNA (Metro Rail News): Patna Metro Project advanced as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated the priority corridor of Patna Metro The Priority corridor of Patna Metro is a part of Blue Line and spans 3.6-km covering 3 stations.

Stations: Patliputra Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT), Zero Mile and Bhoothnath.

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Patna Metro Project is an under construction Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) for the city of Bihar. The Phase 1 of Patna Metro comprises two corridors and 24 stations.

Patna Metro Phase 1 
Corridor Route Length Total No of Stations 
Line-1 (East – West Line)Danapur Cantonment – Khemni Chak16.86 km14 Stations 
Line-2 (North – South Line)Patna Junction Railway Station – New ISBT14.05 km12 Stations 

The Project is being developed under a Public Private Partnership Mode . The Patna Metro Project is estimated to cost Rs.13365.77 crore.

The Patna Metro Project is being executed by Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). Recently DMRC awarded Letter of Acceptance (LoA) for Package PC-05 & 06 to Hindustan Construction Company Limited (HCC). To know more about this news: Click Here. 

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4 Firms Submit Bids for Electrical and SCADA Works of Pune Metro’s PCMC–Nigdi Extension

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4 Firms Submit Bids for Electrical and SCADA Works of Pune Metro’s PCMC–Nigdi Extension

PUNE (Metro Rail News): The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro) has disclosed the list of bidders who have submitted proposals for undertaking electrical works and SCADA systems for the PCMC–Nigdi extension of Pune Metro’s Purple Line

Tender Information

ParameterDetails
Tender ID2025_MMRCL_1203985_1
Tender No.P1A-TR-03/2025(R)
Tender ID2025_MMRCL_1203985_1
Tender AuthorityMaharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro)

Brief Scope of Work: Design, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of 25kV Flexible Overhead Catenary System, associated 25kV Sectioning Posts, 33kV Auxiliary Sub-Station (ASS), associated Cabling and SCADA Systems PCMC-Nigdi Elevated Extension of PMRP

Bidders NameBid Status
M/s Texmaco Rail & Engineering LtdTechnically Qualified
M/s Konkan Railway Corporation LtdTechnically Qualified
M/s Siemens LtdTechnically Qualified
M/s Sterling & Wilson Pvt LtdTechnically Qualified

The 4.41 km elevated extension will add four new stations between PCMC and Nigdi, and serve as a key link for residents of the developing Pimpri-Chinchwad area. It will ease the road congestion along the Pune–Mumbai Highway.

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MMRDA Receives 2 Bids for Safety Assessment of Signalling and PSD Systems on Mumbai Metro Line 4, 4A, 5, & 6

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MMRDA Receives 2 Bids for Safety Assessment of Signalling and PSD Systems on Mumbai Metro Line 4, 4A, 5, & 6

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has announced that two bidders have submitted proposals to provide Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) Services for the Signalling and Train Control and Platform Screen Door (PSD) systems for Mumbai Metro Lines 4, 4A, 5, and 6.

The selected agency will be responsible for independently evaluating the design, installation, and functioning of the systems to confirm that they meet all required safety standards.

While MMRDA has confirmed the participation of two bidders, their names have not yet been disclosed. The list of bidders will be updated soon.

Tender Details 

Opening Date30 Jul 2025
Closing Date30 Sep 2025
EMD₹ 10,30,000
Tender Id2025_MMRDA_1205499_1
Tender NoCA 284

Contract Value: Rs.10.3 Crore

Contract Duration: 168 weeks

The scope of work under this contract includes the Independent Safety Assessment Services For Signalling And Train Control And Platform Screen Door Systems for Line 4 And 4a Line 5 And Line 6 Of Mumbai Metro Rail Projects. 

Metro LineRouteTypeLength (km)No. of StationsStatus
Line 4Wadala – KasarvadavaliElevated32.3230Under construction
Line 4AKasarvadavali – GaimukhElevated (Extension of Line 4)2.72Under construction
Line 5Thane – Bhiwandi – KalyanElevated24.9015Partly under construction
Line 6Swami Samarth Nagar – Vikhroli (EEH)Elevated15.3113Under construction

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KMRL Announces Bidders for Escalator Contract of Kochi Metro Phase 2

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KMRL Announces Bidders for Escalator Contract of Kochi Metro Phase 2

KOCHI (Metro Rail News): The Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has announced the list of bidders that have submitted their proposals for the escalator contract under Phase 2 of the Kochi Metro Project. 

Phase 2 of the metro comprises a single corridor, the Pink Line, which stretches 11.2 km from JLN Stadium to Infopark II. This corridor will include 11 stations. The installation of escalators at these stations will play a crucial role in ensuring passenger convenience, accessibility, and safe movement across the infrastructure.

Tender Details 

Sl. No.ParticularsDetails
1Tender Id2025_KMRL_787174_1
2Tender NoKMRL/PROC/TENDER/2025-26/046
3Tender Id2025_KMRL_787174_1
4Tender AuthorityKochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL)
5Bid Security₹ 45,26,000

Brief Scope of Work: Design, Manufacturing, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning Of Heavy Duty Escalators For Phase II of The Kochi Metro Rail Project.

Sl. No.Bidder NameStatus
1Johnson Lifts Private LimitedAccepted – Technical
2Otis Elevator Company (India) LimitedAccepted – Technical
3Schindler India Private LimitedAccepted – Technical

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2 Firms Bid for Independent Safety Assessment Work of Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project

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2 Firms Bid for Independent Safety Assessment Work of Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has announced the list of bidders that have submitted their proposals for undertaking consultancy services related to the Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project. 

The selected consultant will be responsible for carrying out an independent and objective evaluation of all safety aspects across the entire project to ensure compliance with international standards and increase the overall reliability of India’s first high-speed rail corridor.

FieldDetails
Bid SecurityRs 1,38,50,000
Tender NoNHSRCL/CO/OS/ISA/2025/09
Tender Id2025_NHSRC_237274_1
Tender AuthorityNational High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL)
Contract Duration:2558 Days

Scope of work: Selection of Consultant for Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) of Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project

Bidders’ Details

Firm Status 
Italcertifer S.P.A.
Accepted-Technical
AETHER Engineering Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Accepted-Technical

Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project 

The Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project, also known as the Bullet Train Project, is India’s first high-speed rail initiative, which is currently under construction. The corridor stretches 508 km between Mumbai in Maharashtra and Ahmedabad in Gujarat. The alignment includes a total of 12 stations, of which 8 are located in Gujarat and 4 in Maharashtra. The first section of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor is expected to become operational in 2027.

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NCRTC Expands Power Exchange Procurement to Muradnagar RSS

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NCRTC Expands Power Exchange Procurement to Muradnagar RSS

In a significant move towards enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring financial sustainability of India’s first Namo Bharat, NCRTC has expanded its power procurement through the Power Exchange (PTC India Ltd.) to include its drawl point at Muradnagar RSS in Uttar Pradesh, in addition to the one at Ghaziabad. This marks a progressive step in securing reliable and economical electricity for powering train operations and station infrastructure.

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The drawl point, the Receiving Sub-Station (RSS) for Namo Bharat, serves as the interface through which electricity is drawn from the grid to support seamless train operations and commuter facilities. With both Ghaziabad and Muradnagar RSS now procuring power through exchange, NCRTC has strengthened its framework in cost-optimization and dependable power supply across the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor.

For the operations of Namo Bharat services, NCRTC requires approximately 326 million units of energy annually, amounting to a financial outgo of nearly ₹250 crore per year. Energy expenses constitute about 30–35% of NCRTC’s total operational expenditure, making power optimization a critical focus area. Procuring power through the exchange will help NCRTC cut costs, with savings of over ₹3 crore a year already expected from the Ghaziabad drawl point alone. The expansion to Muradnagar RSS is expected to add further of similar amount to this initiative.

To facilitate this arrangement, NCRTC has partnered with PTC India Ltd (formerly Power Trading Corporation of India Limited) to buy electricity through the power exchanges. This arrangement is being implemented in coordination with Uttar Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation Limited (UPPTCL), with which NCRTC has also signed an Connectivity agreement.

Sustainability is a key focus area of this initiative. Of the total electricity procured through the exchange, nearly 15% is targeted to be sourced from green energy annually including through exchange under Green Day Ahead Market(GDAM). This aligns with NCRTC’s broader commitment to reducing carbon emissions and advancing clean energy adoption as part of its vision for modern, eco-friendly regional mobility.

As the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor is being commissioned in phases, power procurement through the exchange will also be progressively scaled to cover other drawl points in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi. Currently, 55 km of the corridor with 11 stations is operational, with the remaining sections scheduled for commissioning soon.

Through this expansion of exchange-based procurement, NCRTC continues to reinforce its focus on sustainable transportation, operational efficiency, and long-term economic viability, delivering reliable and affordable power for India’s first Namo Bharat.

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ADB Approves $190 Million Loan for Indore Metro Project 

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ADB Approves $190 Million Loan for Indore Metro Project 

INDORE (Metro Rail News): Indore Metro Rail Project progressed as Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $190 million loan to support the development of the Indore Metro. 

Phase 1 of the Indore Metro features a single corridor, the Yellow Line which spans 33.53 km connecting Palasia – Railway Station – Rajwara – Airport – Bhawarsala – MR10 – Palasia. 

The approved ADB loan will finance the construction of an 8.62-kilometer underground metro line with seven stations, connecting congested areas of Indore to the airport. 

The total cost of the Indore Metro Project is estimated to be USD 1,200 million. The project’s financing structure includes equal equity contributions from the Central Government and the Madhya Pradesh State Government and loans from multilateral agencies including ADB and the New Development Bank (NDB).

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