Alstom commences manufacturing of rolling stock for Mumbai Metro Line 3 (Aqua Line)

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Alstom commences manufacturing of rolling stock for Mumbai Metro Line 3 (Aqua Line)

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): On 10th December 2019 Alstom, the leader in sustainable and smart mobility, today commenced the manufacturing of metro trainsets for Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC) at its factory in SriCity, Andhra Pradesh. The ceremony was preceded by Mr. Alain Spohr MD, Alstom India & South Asia. The first metro train after testing will be delivered by November 2020.

Alstom’s overall contract with MMRC for Line 3 is worth €452 million. The order includes manufacturing of 31 lightweight, fully-furnished modern metro trains of 8 cars each. Along with rolling stock, Alstom will also execute the power supply contract and equip Line 3 with Urbalis 400, its latest generation of CBTC signaling technology. The scope of the signaling contract includes unattended train operation (UTO), computer-based interlocking and centralized train supervision an integrated telecom solution comprising of CCTV, passenger information, passenger announcement, and Gigabit network platform screen doors, as well as the electrical and mechanical supervisory control and data acquisition system (E&M SCADA).

Speaking on the occasion, Alain Spohr, Managing Director of Alstom India and South Asia said, “This will be the new face of transportation for the commercial capital of India. Mumbai is a global city and it is set to get a world-class metro experience. The trainsets are custom-designed for Mumbai. Themed on Dynamic Fluidism that takes inspiration from the city, the train prioritizes high interior density layout to maximize space efficiency. The trainsets will be able to at least 3000 people on a single trip, easing the daily commute for Mumbaikars.”

KEY figures

  • €452       million worth of order from Mumbai Metro Line3
  • 248         Metro cars to be delivered for Aqua Line, Mumbai
  • 33.5        km is the total length of Aqua Line
  • 27     stations (26 underground & 1 at-grade)

He further added, “As announced earlier, we are on track to double our manufacturing capacity at SriCity from 240 to 480 trainsets per annum. The factory is currently executing orders for Chennai Metro, Montreal Metro (Réseau Express Métropolitain) and Mumbai Metro Line 3. Alstom recently won a contract with Sydney’s NRT to supply the rolling stock and signaling system for the next stage of Sydney Metro. 23 six-car fully-automated Metropolis trains for the project will be manufactured at our SriCity facility.”

The Aqua Line trainsets will feature a host of safety elements including CCTV cameras, smoke detectors, emergency intercoms, fire extinguishers with wider detrainment doors to quickly evacuate passengers in case of an emergency. The inclusive design of trainsets will serve to the differently-abled individuals with ease of travel and includes dedicated space for a wheelchair in every car. The overall exterior and interiors of the trainset are inspired by the undying energy of Mumbai and its people who are always on the move and hustle all day long.

Alstom will also train maintenance and operations staff for the project. It is also the first time that any metro train in India will have 75% motorization, enabling quick acceleration and deceleration thereby bringing about greater efficiency in operations. The trains will also be equipped with a regenerative braking system aiding a significant reduction in carbon emissions. In addition to the above features, it is the first UTO (Unattended Train Operation) project in Mumbai.

About Alstom

Leading the way to a greener and smarter mobility worldwide, Alstom develops and markets integrated systems that provide sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Alstom offers a complete range of equipment and services, from high-speed trains, metros, trams, and e-buses to integrated systems, customized services, infrastructure, signaling, and digital mobility solutions. Alstom recorded sales of €8.1 billion and booked orders of €12.1 billion in the 2018/19 fiscal year. Headquartered in France, Alstom is present in over 60 countries and employs 36,300 people.

  Alstom in India

Alstom has established a strong presence in India. Currently, the company is executing metro projects in several Indian cities including Mumbai, Chennai, Kochi and Lucknow where it is supplying Rolling Stock manufactured out its state-of-the-art facility at SriCity in Andhra Pradesh. In the Mainline space, Alstom is executing Signalling & Power Supply Systems for the 343 Km section on World Bank funded Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor. Phase 1 in the construction of the new electric locomotive factory for manufacturing and supply of 800 units of 12000HP locomotives is also complete at Madhepura, Bihar while the depot at Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh is ready to commence operations. Alstom has set up an Engineering Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, and this coupled with a strong manufacturing base as well as localized supply chains,

NCRTC invites Bids for Supply of 22,000 MT rails for Delhi-Meerut RRTS project

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NCRTC invites Bids for Supply of 22,000 MT rails for Delhi-Meerut RRTS project

New Delhi, India (Metro Rail News): The National Capital Region Transport Corporation Limited (NCRTC) invites online bids on open competitive bidding (OCB) basis from the eligible manufacture or supplier of head hardened rails for Delhi-Meerut RRTS project.

Scope of Work

Vendor needs to Manufacture, Supply, transportation and delivery of 22,000 MT of UIC 60/60E–1/60KG 1080 Grade Head Hardened Rails Class-A conforming to IRS T-12-2009 (latest amendment) for Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) Corridor in India.

Important information

  • Tender No. : 2019_ADBNC_37190_1
  • Estimated Tender Value: Click here
  • Security Money: Click here
  • Tender document cost: NIL
  • Delivery period: 24 months
  • Availability of Tender documents: 4th December 2019 to 16th January 2020
  • Last date for submission of Bids: 16th January 2020 up to 1500 hrs.
  • Opening date of Technical bids: 16th January 2020 at 1700 hrs.
  • Pre-bid Meeting: 23rd December 2019 at 1100 hrs.

Eligibility Criteria

  • The Bidder must have a minimum average annual turnover of INR 1650 Million or equivalent calculated as total payments received by the Bidder for Supply contracts completed or under execution over the last 5 years.
  • The Bidder must demonstrate that it has Successful completion as the main supplier after 1st January 2014 of supply of at least 80,000 MT of Rails.
  • The Bidder shall demonstrate that the UIC 60/60E-1/ 60 Kg 1080 Grade Head Hardened Rails have been in production for at least 5 years, and been sold a minimum of 40000 MT of UIC 60/60E-1/60kg 1080 Grade Head Hardened Rails over the last 3 years. A total of 5000 MT of Rails out of the quantity mentioned above should have been in satisfactory use in mainline in passenger traffic/mixed traffic carrying Railway/Metro/High Speed/RRTS Commuter systems in operation for a minimum of 3 years.
  • The Bidder shall demonstrate the availability of or access to liquid assets, lines of credit, and other finances sufficient to meet cash flow requirement which is INR 400 Million or Equivalent.

Pre-bid Meeting Venue and Contact Point

The Managing Director
National Capital Region Transport Corporation
7/6, Siri Fort Institutional Area,
August Kranti Marg,
New Delhi – 110049

NCRTC Recruitment 2019: Apply for AM, JE and Associate posts for RRTS project

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NCRTC Recruitment 2019: Apply for AM, JE and Associate posts for RRTS project

NCRTC Recruitment 2019: The National Capital Region Transport Corporation Limited (NCRTC) invites applications from the experienced and eligible candidate for Manager, Junior Engineer and Associates for Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) projects as details are given below:-

Details of the NCRTC Recruitment 2019

1. Sr. Dy. General Manager/Dy. General Manager/Manager (Environment) – 1 post

  • Pay Scale: Sr.DGM: Rs.80,000 – 2,20,000/- (E5); DGM: Rs.70,000 – 2,00,000/- (E4); Manager: Rs.60,000 – 1,80,000/- (E3);
  • Age: Not more than 50 years for Sr.DGM & DGM and 40 years for Manager.
  • Qualification: Graduate in Civil/ Environmental Engineering & Post Graduate Diploma/ Degree in Environment Engineering

2. Junior Engineer (Civil) – 40 posts

  • Pay Scale: Rs.27,500 – 97,350/- (NE7)
  • Age: Not more than 30 years
  • Qualification: Diploma in Civil Engineering
  • Post-qualification Experience: 3 years

3. Sr. Dy. General Manager/Dy. General Manager (Electrical) – 1 post

  • Pay Scale: Consolidated fee based on work experience
  • Age: Not more than 65 years
  • Qualification: Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering

4. Assistant Manager (Electrical) – 1 post

  • Pay Scale: Consolidated fee based on work experience
  • Age: Not more than 65 years
  • Qualification: Diploma in Electrical Engineering

5. Engineering Associate (Electrical) – 2 posts

  • Pay Scale: Consolidated fee based on work experience
  • Age: Not more than 40 years
  • Qualification: Diploma in Surveying/I.T.I. Certificate
  • Post-qualification Experience: 10/12 years

How to Apply for NCRTC Recruitment 2019

  • Interested and eligible candidates may apply in the prescribed format available at NCRTC’s website, enclosed along with the relevant documents.
  • Completely filled up application form along with required documents should be reached to the below address by or before the last date.

Important Dates

  • For Post Sr. 1 & 2: 21.12.2019
  • For Post Sr. 3 to 5: 19.12.2019

Where to Apply

Application for the post of “__________________” should be reached to-

Career Cell, HR Department
National Capital Region Transport Corporation
7/6, Siri Fort Institutional Area,
August Kranti Marg, New Delhi – 110049

Click here to read official recruitment notice for NCRTC Repaid Rail jobs.

Tata Projects start tunneling work on Pune Metro Underground line

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Tata Projects start tunneling work on Pune Metro Underground line

PUNE (Metro Rail News): TATA Projects Limited, one of India’s fastest-growing infrastructure companies, has announced that the company has recently commenced work on the Pune Metro Underground line. The work commenced with the gigantic Tunnel Boring Machine being flagged off to start execution of its task from Agriculture College grounds, Pune.

The event commenced with “Pooja” and a traditional ceremony to mark the momentous occasion. It was witnessed by top officials of MahaMetro and Tata Projects along with their respective project execution teams. This event also witnessed the first casting slab being signed by top-level officials before it being placed on site.

“We are proud to be executing the third underground metro package after Lucknow Metro & Mumbai Metro. This is also our seventh overall (underground & elevated) Metro package. Hence, we have garnered unmatched experience and expertise in the metro rail segment. Our execution teams are confident of overcoming all challenges and successfully delivering the project”, said Vinayak Deshpande, Managing Director – Tata Projects Ltd,

The gigantic Tunnel Boring Machine that has commenced work will dig at an approximate depth of between 65-feet to 100-feet below the surface. This gigantic tunnel boring machine has a huge length of about 279-feet, including back-up gantry. While the cutter head does the boring and machine moves ahead – it has multiple hands that simultaneously place C shaped concrete sections throughout the tunnel.

The Pune Metro Underground line runs from Shivajinagar to Swargate or about 8.2 kilometers and includes 5 stations. Package one of this underground line comprises two stations while package two includes three stations.

Speaking about the project, Rahul Shah, COO – Urban Infrastructure, Tata Project Ltd, said that the commencement of work on this prestigious project that runs through one of the most densely populated areas of Pune is a landmark moment. Our teams are highly skilled and possess the vast experience to undertake a challenging project of this magnitude. We are certain that this project will transform the intracity transportation scenario upon completion by bringing it on par with global standards.

Last month Australian designer and manufacturer of Tunnel Boring Machine, TERRATEC has delivered two first Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) to Gulermak-Tata Projects Limited JV.

Dilip Buildcon bags civil contract worth Rs 825.6 Cr of Delhi Metro Phase IV project

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Dilip Buildcon bags civil contract worth Rs 825.6 Cr of Delhi Metro Phase IV project

DELHI (Metro Rail News): The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has opened the price bids of the contract package DC-03 of Delhi MRTS Phase IV today. Dilip Buildcon Limited, a Bhopal based major Indian infrastructure firm emerged as the lowest bidder (L1) for the third civil construction package of the Delhi Metro Phase IV project.

There are a total of five contractors i.e Dilip Buildcon Limited, KEC International Limited, Larsen and Toubro Limited (L&T Construction), PNC Infratech Limited, NCC Limited and Dilip Buildcon Limited participated in the civil contract package DC-03 of Phase IV of Delhi Metro Rail Project whereas KEC International Limited, PNC Infratech Limited, Larsen and Toubro Limited and NCC Limited emerged as L2, L3, L4 and L5 respectively.

The total value of the contract is Rs 825.62 crores as quoted by Dilip Buildcon Limited.

Scope of Work

Part Design and Construction of Elevated Viaduct, Elevated Ramp, Siding lines, Viaduct for connection to Mukundpur Depot and four Elevated Stations viz. Bhalswa, Majlis Park, Azadpur and Ashok Vihar {Excluding Architectural Finishing works, steel FOB (except at Ashok Vihar station which is including) & PEB works of stations} from Chainage 15206.166 m to 22680.000 m of Janakpuri West to R.K. Ashram Corridor (Extn. Of Line-8) of Phase-IV of Delhi MRTS and partly integrated and partly independent flyover of PWD between Azadpur and Derawal Nagar on G.T. Road.

The tender was floated in August and the estimated value of work was Rs 746.68 crores. The technical bid was opened on October 1, 2019.

Important Information

  • Client – DMRC
  • Project – length- 7.473834 KM
  • Project cost – 746.68 Cr
  • Bid submission date – 31.10.2019; 15:00Hrs.
  • Financial Opening – 09.12.2019; 2:30 PM

Participants and Bidding Amount

Bidder NameQuoted Amount (INR)Rank
Dilip Buildcon825.63 Cr.L1
KEC International Limited839.00 Cr.L2
PNC Infratech Limited922.50 Cr.L3
Larsen and Toubro Limited (L&T)999.00 Cr.L4
NCC Limited1025.14 Cr.L5

Previous Contracts

Earlier, Dilip Buildcon Limited secured two civil contracts worth Rs 476.06 crores from the Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Company Limited for Bhopal and Indore Metro Rail projects.

About Dilip Buildcon

Dilip Buildcon Ltd. Bhopal based Dilip Buildcon Limited (DBL) is one of the leading full-service infrastructure company with construction capabilities in roads & bridges, mining, water sanitation, sewage, dams, irrigation, industrial, commercial and residential buildings with a presence in over 17 states.

Indian Railway organizes “Parivartan Sangosthi” for Transformational Reforms

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Indian Railway organizes “Parivartan Sangosthi” for Transformational Reforms

NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): Indian Railway organise “Parivartan Sangosthi” on the agenda of reform & perform in New Delhi which aims to deliberate on the suggestions received from the officers of various Zonal Railways to take Indian Railways to the next level of reforms.

On this occasion, Minister of Railways and Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, Minister of State of Railways, Shri Suresh C. Angadi, Chairman, Railway Board, Shri Vinod Kumar Yadav, all Board Members, Additional Members, Railway Board, Principal Executive Directors, Railway Board, All General Managers/Director Generals, PHODs and DRMs from Zonal Railways were present.

Shri Piyush Goyal complimented entire Indian Railways administration for installing free Wi-Fi at 5500 stations till Dec 6, 2019, on his opening remarks. “It is a spectacular achievement and has benefitted thousands of people across the country,” he further added.

Referring to the progress made by Indian Railways over the last 167 years of its existence, Shri Piyush Goyal said that it has been a remarkable journey of transformation and there is perceptible change everywhere in the functioning of Railways including total reorientation in its work culture.

Referring to the enthusiastic response from Railway officers in submitting suggestions for ‘Parivartan Sangosthi’, Shri Goyal said that the self-confidence, will power and capabilities of Railwaymen will definitely take Railways to the next level of development and growth and will further accelerate the pace of improvements and modernization. He said that the new suggestions presented by young officers should be thoroughly scrutinized, discussed threadbare and should be taken to logical conclusion and then implemented for transforming and improving railway system to make it world class and most modern.

In his remarks, Minister of State of Railways Shri Suresh C Angadi said that this kind of interaction on new ideas is a very useful initiative. He said these ideas will further take Railways to next generation of reforms.

In response to the directions received from Minister of Railways, Railway officers from Zones, Production Units, Divisions and other units had submitted more than 2000 suggestions to Railway Board. Sixty young officers from Divisions presented suggestions to Shri Piyush Goyal today.

The suggestions received from officers have been screened and most impactful and promising suggestions have been shortlisted and were brainstormed by officers in 12 groups headed by a General Manager. Chairman of each group (General Manager) will present the recommendations on the second day i. e. December 08th, 2019 to Chairman, Railway Board and Board Members.

Three Metrolite corridors proposed for Bengaluru

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Three Metrolite corridors proposed for Bengaluru

BENGALURU (Metro Rail News): Metrolite is a light urban rail transit system with small coaches and cheaper than the regular Metro network, could be operational Bengaluru soon. The Infrastructure Development Corporation (Karnataka) Ltd prepare a Comprehensive Mobility Plan for three Metrolite corridors under Phase 3 of Namma Metro which are Magadi Road Toll Gate to Kadabagere (13km), Whitefield – Domlur (16km) and Katamanallur Gate (near Hoskote) to Sarjapur Road-Hebbal (52 km).

A 34-km underground corridor along the Inner Ring Road and 30-km Hebbal to JP Nagar (ORR-West) is also proposed under this phase additionally. While ORR-West and Magadi Road Toll Gate is old corridors proposed under Phase 3, the other two are a new corridor.

Although it is doubtful that the earlier Phase 3 corridors like Gottigere to Basavapura, Nagawara to Aerospace Park, Kogilu Cross to Rajanakunte, Iblur to Carmelaram and Bommasandra to Attibele will be dropped or executed.

A Senior BMRCL official said that Each project suggested in CMP will have to go through the process of alternative investment analysis, appraisal and approval. The Centre has been encouraging cities to go in for Metrolite systems as it’s less cost-intensive i.e almost 50% cheaper compared to the normal Metro network.

It can be built on the surface as well as elevated tracks. “Metrolite is suggested as the rail-based public transport system has a cost-effective mobility solution for the likely ridership.
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 The inner ring Metro suggested as the underground system as an elevated system is not feasible due to smaller road width,” the CMP says.

It also suggested, “to plan new Metro lines aligned with the master plan of the city and its areas of growth, keeping in mind the development of economic centres and residential layouts; the focus must also be ensured on core areas, where construction may be difficult”.

Metrolite for Peripheral Ring Road (PRR) and NICE Road

A Bus Rapid Transport System (BRTS) or Metrolite has been suggested for Peripheral Ring Road and NICE Road.

The CMP Says that The selection between BRTS or Metrolite will need to be done based on detailed ridership assessment and analysis. The total length of BRTS / Metrolite on NICE road and proposed PRR is 107km.

“PRR of 78-km length and 80-metre width is proposed on the northwest periphery of the city with complementary connectivity to NICE Road on the south-east periphery and provision in the middle for BRTS or traction guided at-grade,” it added.

“The overall public transport network of 803km within Bangalore Metropolitan Area is envisaged under different modes — dedicated rails, roads, road lanes, traction-guidance, i.e. Metro, suburban rail, priority bus corridors, BRTS or Metrolite in addition to augmentation of public bus transport services,” it adds

Three metro trains arrive at Koyambedu

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Three metro trains arrive at Koyambedu

CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): Three metro trains for phase I extension of the Chennai Metro Rail project has reached the Chennai Metro Rail Ltd (CMRL) depot at Koyambedu. A total of ten trains with the same configuration and specifications will be supplied to the Phase 1 project.

The metro trains are being manufactured and tested for sub-systems functioning in Alstom facility in Sri City, Tada, Andhra Pradesh. The manufacturing of the train sets commenced in February 2019, said a press release from CMRL. These trains have been approved by CMRL after undergoing various tests and inspections such as car body dimensional checks, water tightness check, static routine traction and brake tests, etc.
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CMRL officials also inspected the car level dimensions, bogie testing, car water tightness, train level static electrical and mechanical testing as well as conducted quality inspections before shipment of the metro trains from the factory. Further tests such as slow speed and highspeed routine tests at the depot and mainline will be performed before deploying it to the passenger service.

The remaining seven train sets are under various stages of manufacturing and the same is expected to be delivered by the end of February 2020, the release said. The Phase I extension project is from Washermenpet to Thiruvittiyur/Wimco Nagar in North Chennai covering a distance of 9 km.

Kochi Metro Rail Ltd to acquire land for Metro extension works

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Kochi Metro Rail Ltd to acquire land for Metro extension works

KOCHI (Metro Rail News): Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL) will initiate the land acquisition process for the extension of Kochi Metro to Tripunithura Railway Station. Contrary to the earlier plan of Tripunithura municipality acquiring land for constructing a new road connecting Seema auditorium (near railway overbridge on PettahIrumbanam junction road) and railway station, the KMRL will be responsible for acquiring land from S N Junction to the proposed Metro station near Tripunithura railway station.

There is a requirement to acquire 10.75 acres for widening the road and for constructing a new bus terminal. The project is estimated to cost Rs 102 cr. “The municipality does not have enough funds. The matter was taken up before chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan. It was assured that KMRL will acquire land required for the metro from S N Junction till their proposed station at Tripunithura,” said municipal chairperson Chandrika Devi.

She said that the local body would have to take up the task of widening the road from the Metro station to the overbridge near the market. Moreover, the municipality will have to acquire land for the bus terminal and execute its construction.

As this plan is put in place the local body will have to pump in Rs 50-60 cr for the project. “We may require to acquire around 3.5 acres. Instructions have given to officials to get the data regarding the exact land required by the local body,” said O V Salim, vice-chairperson. He said the municipality had already started the process for land acquisition. However, as the metro agency is involving in it the local body’s role will be limited.
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“The municipality has already received a letter from the KMRL in this regard,” he said and added that the local body would send a letter to the state government indicating the extent of land required for them. The Tripunithura municipality expects to complete the land acquisition and road widening process before their term comes to an end. The next elections to local bodies are due in 2020. “Even if it is not possible to execute the entire plan we want to complete paper works before the next council takes over,” added Salim.

The plan is to have a 21m wide road linking Petta -Irumbanam Junction and the overbridge near the market adjacent to the railway station. This will be a straight road connecting railway station and KMRL can take the Metro through the center of this road. The metro terminal will come up near the new bus terminal. It is being planned to develop the area as a transport hub. Meanwhile, KMRL has not issued an official communique regarding land acquisition along this stretch.

Future Metro stations to be more energy-efficient says DMRC chief

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Future Metro stations to be more energy-efficient says DMRC chief

NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): DMRC chief Mangu Singh said on Friday that all future buildings of Delhi Metro will be designed to straight away accommodate rooftop solar panels and to eventually get top score from green building rating authorities.

Addressing a gathering at the fourth edition of National Conference on Green Metro Systems at Metro Bhawan here, he said, “The DMRC has been taking steps over the years to make the systems and operations more energy efficient.

“According to the green building initiatives, we have taken certain decisions, and all new stations shall be designed so as to get a platinum rating,” he said.

The platinum rating is the highest rating given to structures by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) for adopting the best green practices. The IGBC, part of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), was formed in 2001.

The vision of the council is “to enable a sustainable built environment for all and facilitate India to be one of the global leaders in the sustainable built environment by 2025”.

According to senior DMRC officials, 107 stations of the Delhi Metro have a platinum rating.

With the inclusion of Rapid Metro in Gurgaon, the total operational network of the metro in Delhi and NCR stands at 389 km. The network has 285 stations, including those in the Noida-Greater Noida corridor or Aqua Line, officials said.

Asserting that all stations built in the future will be able to accommodate rooftop solar panels straightway, Singh said, “In phase-1 and phase-2 structures were not designed to make rooftop solar panels, so changes had to be made.”

A senior Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC) official on Friday said all stations on the 29.7-km long Aqua Line in Noida have been awarded platinum rating by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) for adopting best green practices.

The corridor, which opened in January this year, connects Delhi with the neighboring city, and starts at Sector 51 in Noida and ends at depot station in Greater Noida.

“All 21 stations of the NMRC (Aqua Line) have been given the platinum rating by the IGBC. The council has given us the highest rating as we fulfilled over 80 percent of the criteria set by it,” the senior official of NMRC said on the sidelines of the conference.

Tree transplants not on track for MahaMetro

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Tree transplants not on track for MahaMetro

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): Officials of Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited or MahaMetro have long made tall claims of tree plantation drives in the face of much greenery being hacked for the infrastructure project, insisting that they are trying to transplant fully grown trees instead of completely axing them.

However, the Mirror found the onground reality to be quite different. Around five or six trees that were transplanted by this authority from the Nashik Phata-Kasarwadi area in Pimpri-Chinchwad have not survived their new home in Vallabhnagar.

 In a much-touted move, Pune Municipal Corporation had transplanted the trees and placed them amid several others, but the shifted ones have now dried up at the new location and seem to be completely ignored.

When quizzed, MahaMetro public relations head Hemant Sonawane said, “We take the utmost care to ensure that most such trees survive. But, in this case, we’ll have to verify what exactly went wrong.”

DMRC MD Mangu Singh says Metros need to bring down water, energy consumption

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DMRC MD Mangu Singh says Metros need to bring down water, energy consumption

NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): Highlighting the urgent need for attention towards the challenges being faced in conservation of natural resources, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) in association with Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) held deliberations on the fourth edition of National Conference on Green Metro Systems.

On Friday, the conference had three technical sessions highlighting the urgent need for attention towards the challenges being faced for natural resources conservation. One session was held on water management, waste management, and energy efficiency measures.
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At the conference on green metro systems, DMRC managing director Mangu Singh stressed the need and importance to conserve the environment for presenting a better world to the future generation.

He said “Transport sector is one of the major energy consumers, and, thus, has a major stake in carbon emissions. Hence, it is the need of the hour for all the metro organizations to lead from the front in bringing down energy and water consumption”.

“They should explore new innovative ways to optimize resources and strive towards updation of the efficiency measures taken earlier and move towards more and more efficient systems.”

Singh applauded the concerted efforts of IGBC and DMRC in spearheading the Green Metro Movement in the country.

Electric scooters service launched by Chennai Metro Rail

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Electric scooters service launched by Chennai Metro Rail

CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): Chennai Metro Rail Ltd (CMRL) in association with Flyy Rental Service has launched a fleet of keyless, smart and eco-friendly electric scooters for ₹1 per minute.

The electric scooters can be picked up from Alandur metro station by using the Flyy app available through Google Play.

After the end of the ride, passengers can drop the e-scooter anywhere within the Flyy zone (blue color area). The service starts from 7 am to 9 pm at ₹1 per minute.
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At present, a total of six electric scooters are available at Alandur metro station which will be extended to 15 scooters as the demand increases, says a press release from CMRL.

To ease traffic woes on Satara rd Maha-Metro recommends ₹783 cr/km route

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To ease traffic woes on Satara rd Maha-Metro recommends ₹783 cr/km route

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The Maha-Metro’s final detailed project report (DPR) or the techno-economic feasibility report, on the stretch between Katraj-Swargate, has been submitted to the civic body in October with a proposed cost of underground metro rail for 5.4km pegged at Rs4283.72 crore.

The DPR although mentions other possible options like an elevated stretch between Katraj and Swargate via Market Yard, but stresses on the underground stretch.

According to DPR, the proposed cost per kilometer underground metro rail will be Rs 783.85 crore. The option of an underground stretch has been highly recommended in the DPR over the elevated one even though the proposed cost of the latter is cheaper.

According to the DPR, if the metro rail corridor is elevated, it has to pass through areas adjacent to Pune-Satara road, as a result of which the distance will increase.

The construction of the elevated track on Pune-Satara road, which is 5.5 kilometers, seemed difficult as the route has multiple obstructions, including a number of flyovers. So Maha-Metro was exploring a diverted route via Market Yard, which would have increased the length of the route.

NCP MLA from Hadapsar and party city unit chief Chetan Tupe said, “The administration and Maha-Metro officials must give a detailed presentation to the general body and only then can we comment on whether we want an underground or elevated corridor.

The Nagpur metro project report was submitted after the Pune metro report, but the BJP government diverted all the funds for the Nagpur project which is why the Pune metro got delayed. However, we will ensure that we get the funds for the stretch soon.”

The route is estimated to have a daily ridership of 95,000 riders in 2027 which will rise up to 1,97,000 by 2057. The Maha-Metro estimates a total cost of Rs 27.61 crore for rehabilitation and resettlement while Rs 111.6 crore for land acquisition for the project.

Managing director of Maha-Metro, Brijesh Dixit said, “The underground stretch between Swargate and Katraj is more feasible because the elevated straight stretch has a very narrow road and also there are many flyovers on that road. We have submitted the plan for the detour elevated route which goes via market yard. Although the construction cost of the detour elevated stretch is lesser than the underground metro. We have to consider the ridership, operation and maintenance cost and lifetime costs. The Maha-Metro has considered the underground direct stretch between Swargate and Katraj to be the most feasible, but again it is for the PMC to decide the final option. We have given recommendations based on our expertise.”

However, a senior civic official who is associated with the project, said, “The DPR does not explore the option of the elevated stretch significantly. That too needs to be studied since it would be cheaper. The question of flyovers is not of great concern since there is a flyover at Paud road and still the metro is elevated.”

“We have explored all possible options in the DPR. It is in consultation with stakeholders, state and central government and PMC. We will take the right step,” said Hemant Sonawane, general manager, PR, Maha-Metro. The DPR mentions that the traffic survey, economic assessment, and social impact assessment was conducted for the same.

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