Chennai Metro | CMRL starts land acquisition for phase-2 metro projects
Gandhinagar | High-powered panel discusses terms and condition for MMTH tender
- Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) – 3%.
- Indian Railway Stations Develop Corporation (IRSDC) – 63%
- Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) – 34%.
| A. Railway Station Area | 23,175 |
| B. East side Railway Colony Area | 61,776 |
| C. Railway Yard Area | 70,681 |
| D. GSRTC | 88,340 |
| E. SMC | 6080 |
| F. Private Land** | 4263 |
Hyderabad Metro | Odourless Urinals to convert waste into Bio-Fertilizers!

As per a report publishes in national daily New Indian Express, currently there are three toilets placed at the Miyapur Metro Station. This has been put as part of the experiment to see the feasibility and use of them in totality. The estimated total cost of placing three toilets is around Rs 3 lakh. Apart from Miyapur, other stations where these urinals are operational are Rasoolpura, Kukatpally and JNTU.Looking at the response and use, the Hyderabad Metro Rail (HMRL) authorities, are planning to install this eco-friendly toilets at the other stations in the city.How do these toilets work? As per the system in place that and breaks down the ammonia and urea components of urine and separates water. The urine is filtered as safe water that is directed to a soak pit via a channel. This odourless water can then be used for watering plants or cleaning floors.The urine is collected in an anaerobic digester, where, in the absence of air, anaerobic microbes debase the urine, decreases stickiness and liquefy the solids. The urine subsequently enters the activated carbon filter, followed by a biofilter.Explaining the utility of the by-product processed HMRL Managing Director, NVS Reddy shared that the ammoniacal nitrogen in the system is broken by a microbial strain, in which ammonia and nitrogen are separated. The nitrogen can be used as a nutritional supplement for plants and ammonia is used by microbes.HMRL MD Mr.NVS Reddy explaining successful working of waterless urinals at Miyapur Metro Station with bio-filtration. pic.twitter.com/TuDaJnEsX1
— Hyderabad Metro Rail (@hmrgov) June 23, 2018
In-principle approval given by government for six metro projects
E. Sreedharan to head committee that will set metro rail norms
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Modi said that in order to streamline process for metro, the central government is bringing out policy relating to metros. The committee to be headed by E. Sreedharan who has played a key role in development of metro network in the country. He felt that the policy will bring in greater coherence in all aspects of metro systems. The policy will also set a basic standard framework that will work as a guiding force.The PM also added in order to boost ‘Make in India’, the government wants to encourage the trend of making metro coaches in India itself.Acknowledging the help that India received from many nations for setting up Delhi Metro and other metro projects in the country, Modi added that now as it our turn to help. The country as a payback is helping other countries by designing their metro coaches and system.Modi also pointed out that for all metro projects across the country the central and state government are working together.
Delhi Metro | Metro services may stop on 30 June in Delhi-NCR, DMRCEU calls total shutdown
- To recognize DMRC Employees Union by the DMRC management.
- To implement memorandum of undertaking signed between Management and staff council in letter and spirit.
- To implement Schedule-A PSU pay scale and allowances for non-executive employees in line with executive employees.
- To restate all terminated employees alleging fake charges under autocratic policies of the management further to take appropriate action against the official responsible for a huge loss of INR 4000 crore to DMRC due to irregularities in Delhi Metro Airport express line project.
All employees of DMRC are working hard to make the DMRC world class. And in return till now they have not received anything other than disappointment from DMRC. In DMRC on the one hand executive employees are enjoying the great facility while non-executive employees are suffering. We are demanding just what we deserve, for what we are working; we are fighting for our right. And if it not happens we will completely shut down the metro services from 30 June onwards.“All employees of DMRC are working hard to make the DMRC world class. And in return till now they have not received anything other than disappointment from DMRC. In DMRC on the one hand executive employees are enjoying the great facility while non-executive employees are suffering. We are demanding just what we deserve, for what we are working; we are fighting for our right. And if it not happens we will completely shut down the metro services from 30 June onward”, stated in statement issued by DMRC Employees Union.
On 22 June a meeting was held between two representative bodies of the non-executive staff of DMRC i.e. “DMRC staff council” and “Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Employee’s Union.” The main points of agreement are as follows:-Delhi: Indefinite strike by non-executives employees of Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) enters seventh day over pay related issue and illegal termination of two employees. pic.twitter.com/PEk6W6euUR
— ANI (@ANI) June 26, 2018


Nagpur Metro | Foot Over bridges in Nagpur, Ajni to be connected with Metro stations
After LTSE left the monorail work the MMRDA is planning to start it again
R A Rajeev, the Metropolitan Commissioner MMRDA said that “We will start operations as soon as possible. We plan to start in the next six months. Whatever the decision, we will consider the cheapest alternative”.After 10 years the construction began there are three possible options before the MMRDA to get work on the Chembur Sant Gadge Maharaj Chowk corridor backs on its feet.The MMRDA is in talks with the IL&FS rail, which has emerged as the simple bidder after a long process in April.The Reliance infrastructure bid for Rs 6,408 crore for operating and maintaining the monorail for 10 years while the IL&FS rail had quoted Rs 2,000 crore. It was estimated that for the operation and maintenance cost would be Rs 1,000 crore in 2016.A senior MMRDA official said that “We are still negotiating with them on the cost. We are also considering other options”.To operate and maintain the monorail the MMRDA has approached the Mumbai Rail Vikas Corporation (MRVC).The MRVC is now considering the proposal and they even took a brief tour of the Wadala depot to understand operations of 19.7 km corridor.MRVC still haven’t taken any decision on whether it will take the responsibility on running trains with the MMRDA regarding this.Earlier the RS Khurana the chairman and managing director, MRVC said that “We are still in talks with the MMRDA regarding this. We have sought more details and only after looking into those will a decision be taken”.
Earlier the RS Khurana the chairman and managing director, MRVC said that “We are still in talks with the MMRDA regarding this. We have sought more details and only after looking into those will a decision be taken”.An official said that “If we do not get anybody else for operation and maintenance, we could consider operating it ourselves. But it will be a huge challenge, as we have no former experience of operating a corridor”.“That is not our area of expertise and we will not be able to do it so soon. If we have to operate the corridor, we will need a lot more time” this was earlier said by the Sanjay Khandare, the additional metropolitan commissioner of MMRDA.For the operation of the smooth corridor, the MMRDA will have to procure new rakes and spare parts. Rajeev said that “they have indulged in wrong practices by ‘cannibalising’ some of the new trains by taking their spare parts and putting them in the old trains”.MMRDA is considering terminating the contract with (LTSE).Rajeev asked that “We are examining the legal aspects. They have withdrawn staff from the site but there were some assets under their control. They have left them unmanned and if something happens to those, they should be held responsible. There is no letter of withdrawing or completion. Then how can their responsibilities be over?”.
Rajeev asked that “We are examining the legal aspects. They have withdrawn staff from the site but there were some assets under their control. They have left them unmanned and if something happens to those, they should be held responsible. There is no letter of withdrawing or completion. Then how can their responsibilities be over?”.
Ahmedabad Metro | Before Lok Sabha election, metro rail set to roll on track
PM Modi approves the proposal to set up new committee for metro, headed by E. Sreedharan
Sreedharan panel to submit report on standardisation of metro rail system in 3 months
Though standards have already been evolved for the design of metro coaches and signaling systems, there are numerous other areas for which indigenous standards need to be formulated. These include the layout of metro station, platforms, signage & displays, size of tunnels, fire protection systems, disaster management systems, environment-friendly and waste management systems, standards for solar panels at stations etc. was said by the press release from the government.The official added that Using a set of standard templates across the country would help bring down costs since similar providers can be used by multiple metro systems, said a senior official in the ministry of housing and urban affairs on condition of anonymity. There would also be a big scope to push for ‘make in India’ arrangements”.The Sreedharan committee includes officials from the managing directors of metro rail corporation of various cities officials from the railways and one urban affair ministry official.More than 600 km of metro rail project is under construction and currently in the country in 10 different cities, about 490 km of metro lines are in operation. Apart from the investment envisaged by the state government, private partners and local bodies. The release says that the central government budget for metro rail is growing and it can be increased to about Rs 25,000 crore annually.
Kochi Metro | KMRL recommended reconsidering decision on Water Metro
Delhi Metro | DMRC opens Mundka-Bahadurgarh section of Green Line extension
“Mundaka too has industrial units, and therefore the new corridor will facilitate to-and-fro travel for people employed there and students who have to travel from Delhi. Every alternate train from Mundka will go up to City Park in Bahadurgarh and a frequency of around eight minutes will be maintained between Mundka and City Park. The total running time between Inderlok/Kirti Nagar and City Park (Bahadurgarh) will be about 50 minutes. According to the timetable for the entire Inderlok/Kirti Nagar–City Park section, a total of 20 trains will be put into service”, a senior DMRC official said.मुंडका-बहादुरगढ़ मैट्रो लाइन को बहादुरगढ़ से सांपला तक बढ़ाने की मांग केंद्र सरकार से की गई है। इसके साथ ही गुरुग्राम हुडा सिटी सेंटर मैट्रो लाइन को मानेसर तक एक रूट बनाने और पुराने गुरुग्राम शहर में रेलवे स्टेशन को मैट्रो लाइन से जोडऩे का प्रस्ताव भी केंद्र सरकार को भेजा गया है।
— Manohar Lal (@mlkhattar) June 24, 2018
“I congratulate the people of Haryana and Delhi on the commencement of this new section of the Delhi Metro. It is gladdening to see Bahadurgarh connected with the Delhi metro. This is the third place in Haryana, after Gurugram and Faridabad to be connected like this”, Prime Minister Narender Modi said via Tweeter.“I congratulate the people of Haryana and Delhi on the commencement of this new section of the Delhi Metro. It is gladdening to see Bahadurgarh connected with the Delhi metro. This is the third place in Haryana, after Gurugram and Faridabad to be connected like this”, Prime Minister Narender Modi said via Tweeter.
I congratulate the people of Haryana and Delhi on the commencement of this new section of the Delhi Metro. It is gladdening to see Bahadurgarh connected with the Delhi metro. This is the third place in Haryana, after Gurugram and Faridabad to be connected like this: PM
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 24, 2018
We have seen how the Metro in Delhi has positively impacted the lives of citizens: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 24, 2018
Bahadurgarh is witnessing tremendous economic growth, there are several educational centres there, students from there even travel to Delhi. The Metro will bring convenience to this part, which is considered the gateway to Haryana: PM @narendramodi https://t.co/JRsdKQ1BxJ
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 24, 2018
There is a direct link between connectivity and development.
The Metro will bring more colonies, more people coming to Bahadurgarh. It will also mean more employment opportunities for local people: PM @narendramodi— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 24, 2018
Our Government brought out a policy relating to Metros. This is because we felt aspects relating to Metro systems need greater coherence and work as per a basic set of standards: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 24, 2018
A proud moment for Bahadurgarh, the Gateway to Haryana, as this vibrant town comes on Delhi’s Metro Map. This will boost economic activity and help fulfil aspirations of the town’s youth. https://t.co/SGrIyW3HhN
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 24, 2018
“Mundaka too has industrial units, and therefore the new corridor will facilitate to-and-fro travel for people employed there and students who have to travel from Delhi. Every alternate train from Mundka will go up to City Park in Bahadurgarh and a frequency of around eight minutes will be maintained between Mundka and City Park. The total running time between Inderlok/Kirti Nagar and City Park (Bahadurgarh) will be about 50 minutes. According to the timetable for the entire Inderlok/Kirti Nagar–City Park section, a total of 20 trains will be put into service”, a senior DMRC official said.“This entirely elevated section will not only connect the national capital with Bahadurgarh but also provide connectivity to many outer Delhi areas in the western fringes of the city, such as Mundka, Ghevra, and Tikri Kalan. The elevators have been done in an eco-friendly way with terracotta tiles at all stations. The rooftops of the elevated stations have been redesigned for better aesthetics,” the DMRC said.“With the opening of the Mundka-Bahadurgarh corridor, the span of Phase-3 network expands to nearly 98 km,” the official said.The length of Delhi Metro network has reached 288 km with 208 stations.Metro was in service from 4 p.m 24 June for commuters.
Mumbai Metro | MMRDA invites bids for supply of elevators, lifts and escalators for Mumbai Metro Line-7
Contract No. and Title: MMRDA/7/MMRP/CA-18: DESIGN, MANUFACTURE, SUPPLY, INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING INCLUDING MAINTENANCE OF HEAVY DUTY MACHINE ROOM LESS ELEVATOR (LIFT) OF 13 ELEVATED STATIONS (ANDHERI EAST–OVARIPADA) OF METRO LINE 7 (ANDHERI EAST TO DAHISAR EAST) OF MUMBAI METRO RAIL PROJECT OF MMRDA.ANDContract No. and Title: MMRDA/7/MMRP/CA-19: DESIGN, MANUFACTURE, SUPPLY, INSTALLATION, TESTING & COMMISSIONING AND MAINTENANCE OF ESCALATORS OF 13 ELEVATED STATIONS (ANDHERI EAST TO OVARIPADA) OF LINE 7 (ANDHERI EAST TO DAHISAR EAST) OF MUMBAI METRO RAIL PROJECT OF MMRDA.Key Points of Tender Notice No. MMRDA/7/MMRP/CA-18:
- Completion period of the Work: Fourteen (14) months
- Tender documents on sale: From 15.06.2018 to 30.07.2018 (up to 1200 hrs) on e-tendering portal of MMRDA. https://etendermmrda.maharashtra.gov.in
- Cost of Tender documents: INR 5600/-
- Pre-bid Meeting: 04.07.2018 at 14:00 hrs.
- Date & time of Submission of Tender online: 30.07.2018 up to 15:00 hrs
- Date & time of Tender Closing: From 30.07.2018 (1501 Hrs) to 30.07.2018 (up to 1800 hrs)
- Date & time of opening of Tender online: 31.07.2018 at 15:00 hrs.
- Completion period of the Work: Fourteen (14) months
- Tender documents on sale: From 15.06.2018 to 30.07.2018 (up to 1200 hrs) on e-tendering portal of MMRDA. https://etendermmrda.maharashtra.gov.in
- Cost of Tender documents: INR 11200/-
- Pre-bid Meeting: 04.07.2018 at 15:30 hrs.
- Date & time of Submission of Tender online: 30.07.2018 up to 15:00 hrs
- Date & time of Tender Closing: From 30.07.2018 (1501 Hrs) to 30.07.2018 (up to 1800 hrs)
- Date & time of opening of Tender online: 31.07.2018 at 16:00 hrs.
- This corridor will cover approx. 16.5 km long distance from Andheri East to Dahisar East and consist with 13 elevated metro stations.
- This corridor will provide inter-connectivity among the existing Western Express Highway, Western Railway, Mumbai Metro Line 1 (Ghatkopar to Versova), the ongoing Metro Line 2A (Dahisar to DN Nagar) and the proposed Metro Line 6 (Swami Samarth Nagar to Vikhroli).
- This corridor will facilitate smooth and efficient interchange with the suburban rail system and MRT system at Andheri, JVLR and Dahisar
- This corridor will provide connectivity between Central Mumbai and Northern suburban Mumbai. It will also provide rail based access to the Mumbai International Airport (CSIA), SEEPZ, National Park and other commercial and geographical landmarks.
- A dedicated Depot is planned at Dahisar.

