UPMRC Invites Bids for DDC Contract of Lucknow Metro Phase 1B 

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UPMRC Invites Bids for DDC Contract of Lucknow Metro Phase 1B 

LUCKNOW (Metro Rail News): Following the Union government’s approval of Lucknow Metro Phase 1B, the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation has floated a tender to appoint the Detailed Design Consultant for the project. 

The contractor will provide consultancy services for Civil, Architectural, E&M and Traction Works for the Lucknow Metro Phase -1B project, which spans 11.165km from Lucknow Railway Station (Charbagh) – Vasant Kunj via 5 elevated and 7 underground stations.

Tender Details: 

EMD₹ 41,20,000
Tender Id2025_UPMRC_245547_1
Tender NoLKDDC-02
Deadline for work60 months
Pre-Bid meeting2 September 2025
Tender submission start date13 September 2025
Tender submission end date18 September 2025

UPMRC’s Brief Scope of Work: Engagement of Detailed Design Consultant (DDC) for Civil, Architectural, E&M and Traction Works for the design of 4.29 Km(including ramp) elevated section with 05 elevated Stations (Thakurganj, Balaganj, Sarfarazganj, Musabagh and Vasantkunj)) , & 6.88 Km (including ramp) underground section with 07 underground Stations (Charbagh, Gautam Buddha Marg, Aminabad, Pandeyganj, City Rly. Stn, Medical Chauraha and Chowk) One Car Maintenance Depot and stabling lines at Vasantkunj, Lucknow.

On 12 August, the Union Cabinet granted approval for Phase-IB of the Lucknow Metro project. This phase is designed to cover a corridor extending 11.165 kilometres, with an estimated financial outlay of Rs 5,801 crore. Upon the commencement of Phase-1B, Lucknow city will have 34 Km of active Metro Rail Network.

Surat Multi-Modal Transport Hub Gets ₹199.70 Crore Boost from IRFC

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Surat Multi-Modal Transport Hub Gets ₹199.70 Crore Boost from IRFC

NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC), the financing arm of the Ministry of Railways, has signed a ₹199.70 crore loan agreement with Surat Integrated Transportation Development Corporation Limited (SITCO) to support the development of India’s first international-standard Multi-Modal Transport Hub (MMTH) in Surat. The hub is being developed by Surat Integrated Transportation Company Limited (SITCO), a joint venture of the Ministry of Railways and the Government of Gujarat.

The loan agreement was formalised at SITCO’s office in New Delhi, involving Mr. Mohit Kumar, Director of SITCO, Ms. Namrata Makharia, Company Secretary of SITCO, and Mr. Ashish Saini, General Manager of Finance at IRFC. This execution took place in the presence of senior officials from both organisations.

Financial assistance from IRFC will be used for the construction of various project components. This funding will support project stability and help in its timely completion.

The Surat Multi-Modal Transport Hub (MMTH) will bring together different transport modes such as rail, metro, BRTS, city and regional buses, auto-rickshaws, and taxis to improve passenger connectivity. The project also includes upgrades to station infrastructure and passenger facilities.

On this occasion, Shri Manoj Kumar Dubey, IRFC Chairman and Managing Director, said, “IRFC is the dedicated financing arm for projects in the railway ecosystem, with strong forward and backwards linkages. Our support to the construction of SITCO’s landmark Surat MMTH project reflects our commitment to providing competitive financing solutions while developing railway-linked infrastructure that powers India’s logistics, strengthens urban mobility, and contributes to the nation-building journey.”

The Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) acts as the financing arm of the Ministry of Railways. Since its establishment in 1986, the IRFC has supported the growth of India’s rail infrastructure by raising funds at competitive costs. The corporation was recently granted ‘Navratna’ status, allowing it to expand its role as an infrastructure financier within the wider railway network.

DBL–RBL JV Gets LoA Worth ₹1,503.63 Crore for Gurugram Metro Project

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DBL–RBL JV Gets LoA Worth ₹1,503.63 Crore for Gurugram Metro Project

GURUGRAM(Metro Rail News): The Gurugram Metro Project has progressed further after the Joint Venture between Dilip Buildcon Limited (DBL) and Ranjit Buildcon Limited (RBL) received the Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from GMRL for the construction of Millennium City Centre – Sector 9 section of the Gurugram Metro Project. The contract is valued at ₹1,503.63 Crores and has a deadline of 30 months.

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Earlier this month, the JV was declared as the lowest bidder for Package CC-01. This JV will undertake the construction of 14 elevated stations, a 13.197 km viaduct, a 1.85 km spur to Dwarka Expressway, and the ramp to Sector 33 Depot.

GMRL Brief Scope: Construction of Viaduct and 14 Elevated Stations from Millennium City Centre to Sector 9 (inclusive) from chainage (-)594 m to 12603 m, Spur to Dwarka Expressway (1.85 km) and ramp to Depot at Sector 33 excluding PEB and Architectural finishing works of Gurugram Metro Corridor between Millennium City Centre and Cyber City (26.65 Km) and Spur from Basai Village to Dwarka Expressway (1.85 Km) with total 27 Stations.

Gurugram Metro’s New Corridor: The upcoming Gurugram Metro corridor will extend over 28.8 km, linking HUDA City Centre with Cyber City (Moulsari Avenue). The corridor will comprise 27 stations, strategically planned to enhance connectivity across key areas of the city. 

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Kochi Metro Rail Limited Invites Bids for Balance Works under Phase 2

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Kochi Metro Rail Limited Invites Bids for Balance Works under Phase 2

KOCHI (Metro Rail News): Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has invited bids for executing the balance works related to the construction of entry and exit buildings at Civil Station Junction and Cochin SEZ Metro Station as part of Phase 2 of the Kochi Metro project. Phase 2 of Kochi Metro covers one metro corridor (Pink Line), which spans 11.2 km between JLN Stadium and Infopark II, covering 11 stations.

Tender Details:

FieldDetails
Contract No.KBC-04A
Tender ID2025_KMRL_787246_1
Tender No.KMRL/PROC/TENDER/2025-26/047
Estimated Cost₹19.85 Crores
Pre-bid Meeting22 August 2025
Submission Start Date01 September 2025
Submission End Date08 September 2025

KMRL’s Brief Scope of Work: Construction of Entry & Exit Buildings of Civil Station Jn and Cochin SEZ Metro Station for Phase II of Kochi Metro Rail Project (excluding Architectural and Building Service works)-(Balance Works) 

The construction works under Phase 2 of Kochi Metro are progressing at a steady pace. The first section of Phase 2 is targeted for completion by June 2026.

Also Read: KMRL Invites Bids for Escalator & Elevator Contract of Kochi Metro Phase 2 

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Aurionpro Bags AFC System Contract for Mumbai Metro’s Line 4 & 4A 

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Aurionpro Bags AFC System Contract for Mumbai Metro’s Line 4 & 4A 

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority ( MMRDA) has awarded Aurionpro the Automated Fare Collection (AFC) systems contract worth Rs. 250 Crores for Mumbai Metro’s Line 4 & 4A.  

The Line 4 of Mumbai Metro is an under-construction elevated line which spans 32.32 km between Wadala and  Kasarvadavali, featuring 30 stations. In addition, Line 4A serves as the extension of Line 4, covering a distance of 2.7 km from Kasarvadavali to Gaimukh, and includes 2 stations

Contract Value: Rs. 250 Crores 

Brief Scope: The contract includes the design, supply, implementation, and maintenance of the Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) system for Mumbai Metro Lines 4 and 4A. The multi-year project will also cover the delivery and implementation of the complete solution, including the central clearing house software (CCHS) and all ticketing and payment hardware, followed by five years of maintenance and support. 

Shri Sanjay Bali, President & Global Head – Tech Innovation Group (TIG) at Aurionpro, said, “This is a prestigious and special win for us, and we are thankful to MMRDA for placing its trust in Aurionpro. We are proud to be part of a project that can transform connectivity in the country’s financial capital. Aurionpro will deliver full system implementation for the project, including the Central Clearing House Software (CCHS). As the only company offering complete, end-to-end solutions in this domain, Aurionpro brings indigenously developed capabilities, including NCMC-enabled card readers and automated gates made in India.

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KMRL Invites Bids for Escalator & Elevator Contract of Kochi Metro Phase 2 

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KMRL Invites Bids for Escalator & Elevator Contract of Kochi Metro Phase 2 

KOCHI (Metro Rail News): Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has invited bids for the escalator & elevators contract of Kochi Metro Phase 2. Phase 2 of Kochi Metro covers one metro corridor (Pink Line), which spans 11.2 km between  JLN Stadium and Infopark II, covering 11 stations. 

Escalator Contract

Tender Details 

Opening Date16 Aug 2025
Closing Date11 Sep 2025
Bid Security ₹ 45,26,000
Tender No2025_KMRL_787174_1
Tender IdKMRL/PROC/TENDER/2025-26/046

Contract Duration: 24 Months

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

Elevator Contract

Tender Details 

Opening Date14 Aug 2025
Closing Date11 Sep 2025
Bid Security ₹ 18,07,000
Tender NoKMRL/PROC/TENDER/2025-26/045
Tender Id2025_KMRL_786804_1

Contract Duration: 24 Months

Brief Scope of Work: Design, Manufacturing, Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of Heavy Duty Machine Room Less Elevators
For Phase II of The Kochi Metro Rail Project.

The Kochi Metro is an urban Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) designed to serve the city of Kochi. Currently, Phases 1, 1A and 1B of Kochi Metro are operational while Phase 2 is under Construction. 

Phase Corridor  Route LengthStatus 
Phase 1 Blue Line Aluva-  Petta 25.16 kmOperational
Phase 1ABlue Line Petta – SN Junction)            –Operational 
Phase 1BBlue Line SN Junction – Tripunithura)          —Opertaional 
Phase 2 Pink Line JLN Stadium – Infopark II11.2 km Under Construction 

Recently, KMRL also invited bids for the track work contract worth Rs 127 Crores for Line 2 (Pink Line) of Kochi Metro Phase 2. To know kore about this news: Click Here. 

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Bullet Train Project: NHSRCL Invites Bids for Consultancy Services for Critical Works

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Bullet Train Project: NHSRCL Invites Bids for Consultancy Services for Critical Works

National High Speed Rail Corporation (NHSRCL) has invited bids for the consultancy Services contract regarding the works of Signalling and Telecommunication System, SCADA system, and Ticketing System of Mumbai – Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project.

Tender Details 

Opening Date12 Aug 2025
Closing Date13 Oct 2025
Tender Id2025_NHSRC_244826_1
Tender NoNHSRCL/CO/ST/PMC-ST/2025/14
Bid SecurityINR 3.23 Crores

Brief Scope: Project Management Consultancy Services for Works of Signalling & Telecommunication System, SCADA System, and Ticketing System of Mumbai – Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project.

The Mumbai Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project is an under-construction high-speed rail line which spans 508 km between Mumbai and Ahmedabad through 12 stations. Out of 12 stations planned for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project, 8 stations are located in Gujarat, while the remaining 4 stations are located in Maharashtra. 

Stations: Mumbai, Thane, Virar, Boisar, Vapi, Bilimora, Surat, Bharuch, Vadodara, Anand, Ahmedabad and Sabarmati. 

Construction activities on the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor are progressing rapidly. Recently,  the 17th of the planned 21 river bridges in Gujarat has been successfully completed over the Vishwamitri River, located in the Vadodara district.

Recently, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) also received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) worth Rs. ₹ 4467.7 Cr for the track work package T-1 of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project. To know more about this news: Click Here. 

Also Read: 4 Firms Bid for Multi-Modal Integration Works at 4 Bullet Train Stations in Gujarat

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Indian Railways Plans to Launch Amrit Bharat 3.0 Trains

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Indian Railways Plans to Launch Amrit Bharat 3.0 Trains

Building upon the success of Amrit Bharat 1.0 and Amrit Bharat 2.0 trainsets, the Ministry of Railways has now taken a step forward to upgrade the passenger services by launching the 3.0 version of Amrit Bharat Trains.

Amrit Bharat Trains made their debut in 2023 with a vision to provide a better travel experience for economically backwards individuals, emphasising the need to serve this segment of society. The fare structure for these trains has been designed to remain affordable to ensure accessibility for individuals from lower-income backgrounds. 

The non-air-conditioned Amrit Bharat trains are designed to include 11 General Class coaches, 8 Sleeper Class coaches, 1 Pantry car, and 2 Second Class-cum-Luggage-cum-Guard Vans, as well as a compartment that is accessible for individuals with disabilities. 

S.No.Current Routes of Amrit Bharat Trains 
1Darbhanga – Anand Vihar Terminal
2Malda Town – SMVT Bengaluru
3Mumbai LTT – Saharsa
4Rajendra Nagar Terminal – New Delhi
5Darbhanga – Gomti Nagar
6Malda Town – Gomti Nagar
7Bapudham Motihari – Anand Vihar Terminal
8Sitamarhi – Delhi

ICF Chennai will undertake the development of the 3.0 Amrit Bharat Trains. These trains will have a combination of Air-Conditioned (AC) and Non-Air-Conditioned (Non-AC) coaches.

On the occasion of India’s 79th Independence Day, Shri U Subba Rao, General Manager of ICF, announced the organisation’s plan to develop Mixed Amrit Bharat 3.0 trains. These trains will feature a combination of air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned coaches, aimed at providing a balanced approach to comfort and affordability.

State Government Plans to Revive the Bhubaneswar Metro Project

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State Government Plans to Revive the Bhubaneswar Metro Project

BHUBANESWAR (Metro Rail News): Following the cancellation of all the tenders of the Bhubaneswar Metro Project, the state government of Odisha is planning to submit a new proposal to the central government for reviving the Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project.

Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra conveyed this information following the second meeting of the inter-ministerial committee held here on Thursday.

According to the minister’s statement, it has been determined that a technical committee will be established, which will consist of the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, engineers, and various experts. This committee will be tasked with developing a comprehensive plan for the project, which will include the metro route and parking facilities. Prior to finalising the blueprint, the committee will conduct field visits to cities where metro systems are already operational and will seek public opinion to inform their decisions.
The previous Bhubaneswar Metro project was intended to be financed by the state government. 

The previous metro plan was discontinued due to traffic congestion concerns along the proposed route. A new design for the project will be developed, with financial backing from the central government. Additionally, a meeting of the ministerial committee, chaired by Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo, has resolved to establish a sub-committee tasked with ensuring the smooth implementation of the project.

Also Read: Bhubaneswar Metro Project Stalled Amidst Viability Issue 

MAHSR Corridor: 4 Firms Bid for Multi Modal Integration Works at 4 Bullet Train Stations in Gujarat

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MAHSR Corridor: 4 Firms Bid for Multi Modal Integration Works at 4 Bullet Train Stations in Gujarat

GUJARAT (Metro Rail News): The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project continues to progress steadily toward completion. Recently, the National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) announced the names of four bidders who have submitted proposals for the construction of multi-modal integration facilities and station plaza development at four bullet train stations in Gujarat.

The stations covered under this package include:

  • Surat, 
  • Bilimora
  • Vapi
  • Bharuch

Tender Details

FieldDetails
Award ID2025_NHSRC_234384_1
Award NoNHSRCL/CO/CA/MMIP/2025/3
Tender ID2025_NHSRC_234384_1

NHSRCL’s brief scope of work: Construction Works For Multi Modal Integration And Station Plaza Development For Four Stations In Gujarat (surat, Bilimora, Vapi, Bharuch) For Mumbai-ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project.

The firms that submitted bids for the contract include: 

Bidder No.Bid No. (as per CPP Portal)Name of Bidder
1/4872105Unique Construction & Siddhi Construction Consortium
2/4879651SCC – MIRAL (JV)
3/4879712RIPPL – LCPL (JV)
4/4886209Dineshchandra R Agrawal Infracon Pvt. Ltd.
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The construction works on the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor are progressing steadily. Recently, the 17th river bridge out of 21 planned in Gujarat was completed on the Vishwamitri River in Vadodara district.

Earlier, on 9th July 2025, the project recorded a major breakthrough in Maharashtra when the first successful drive was completed in the 21 km-long tunnel between Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) and Shilphata. This milestone involved the continuous tunnelling of a 2.7 km section using the NATM method.

Also Read: L&T Receives LoA Worth ₹4467 Cr for Track Contract T1 of Bullet Train Project 

NCC Receives LoA Worth ₹2165 Cr for Package 1-CA-232 of Mumbai Metro Line 6 

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NCC Receives LoA Worth ₹2165 Cr for Package 1-CA-232 of Mumbai Metro Line 6 

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): NCC Ltd has received LoA worth Rs. 2,156 crore from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) for executing various critical works in Package 1-CA-232 of Line 6 of the Mumbai Metro. Metro Line-6 spans 15.31 km between Swami Samarth Nagar and Vikhroli (EEH).

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MMRDA invited bids for this contract in 2024 with a 1800-day deadline. Technical bids were opened on 13 December 2024, revealing that 3 firms have submitted bids for the contract. The technical evaluation of the submitted bids took place on March 24, 2025. During the technical evaluation round, one firm’s bid was rejected. 

Financial bids for the technically qualified bids opened on 24 March 2025. Financial evaluation of the bids took place on 12 August 2025. During the financial evaluation round, one firm’s bid was rejected, announcing NCC as the low 76tbfdswsoest bidder for the contract. On the same day, NCC received LoA for the contract from MMRDA. 

Financial Bid Value 

FirmBids
NCC Limited₹ 2165.8 Cr
Larsen & Toubro Limited₹ 2515 Cr

Package1-CA-232: Design, Manufacture, Supply, Installation, Integration, Testing and Commissioning of Rolling Stock, Communication Based Signaling & Train Control, Telecommunication, Platform Screen Doors Systems and Depot Machinery & Plant Including 5 Years of Comprehensive Maintenance after 2 Years of Defect Liability Maintenance Period of Line 6 [Swami Samarth Nagar to Vikhroli (EEH)] of Mumbai Metro Rail Project of MMRDA.

Note: NCC has subcontracted the rolling stock part of the Package 1-CA-232 to Titagarh.Titagarh received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from NCC for the rolling stock contract worth Rs 1,598.55 crore for Line 6 of the Mumbai Metro in August 2025. To know more about this news: Click Here. 

Recently, Ircon International Limited also received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) for the Package CA-233 of Mumbai Metro Line 6. To know more about this news: Click Here. 

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L&T Receives LoA Worth ₹4467 Cr for Track Contract T1 of Bullet Train Project 

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L&T Receives LoA Worth ₹4467 Cr for Track Contract T1 of Bullet Train Project 

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) worth Rs. ₹ 4467.7 Cr for the track work package T-1 of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project. Package T-1 is the third and final track installation package for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR Bullet Train) project. 

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National High-Speed Rail Corporation Ltd. (NHSRCL) invited bids for this contract in October 2024 with a 2157-day (5.9-year) deadline. Technical bids were opened on 30 April 2025, revealing that 3 firms have submitted bids for the contract. Technical evaluation of the submitted bids took place on 3 July 2025. During the technical evaluation round, one firm’s bid was rejected. 

Financial bids for the technically qualified bids opened on 4 July 2025. Financial evaluation of the bids took place on 13 August 2025. During the financial evaluation round, one firm’s bid was rejected, announcing L&T as the lowest bidder for the contract. On the same day, L&T received LoA for the contract from NHSRCL. 

Financial Bid Values 

FirmBids
Larsen & Toubro₹ 4467.7 Cr 
DRA Infracon – DMRC JV₹ 4698 Cr 

IFB Number: Package No. MAHSR – T-1

The scope of Package T-1 concerns track work for the following packages:

Package C-1, which spans 1.028 km and includes the construction of the underground BKC Station by MEIL–HCC JV. 

Package C-2 spans 20.377 km and includes the construction of an underground tunnel executed by Afcons Infrastructure. 

Package C-3 spans 135.45 km and includes the construction of an elevated viaduct along with three stations being constructed by Larsen & Toubro.

Brief Scope: Design, Supply and Construction of Track Works including Testing and Commissioning on Design-Build Lump Sum Price basis for Double Line High Speed Railway between Mumbai Stn. at Bandra-Kurla complex (MAHSR Km. -0.255) and Zaroli Village (Km . 156.600)

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CMRL Appoints SYSTRA to Prepare DPRs of Chennai Metro Extensions

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CMRL Appoints SYSTRA to Prepare DPRs of Chennai Metro Extensions

CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): Systra MVA Consulting bagged consultancy contracts for preparing Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) of two major metro line extensions planned under the Chennai Metro rail project. The consultancy work is scheduled to be completed within 120 days.

The formalisation of these agreements took place during a signing ceremony that included M.A. Siddique, Managing Director of the Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL); T. Archunan, Director of Projects; and Parveen Kumar, Senior Vice President at Systra MVA Consulting

Project 1

  • Contract Value:  INR 38.2 lakh

The first project involves the approximately 7 km extension of Corridor 4, which will extend from Lighthouse to the High Court

This expansion is anticipated to improve connectivity along Marina Beach and facilitate better access to critical government establishments, including the Secretariat. The extension is designed to accommodate both daily commuters and tourists, addressing the increasing demand for efficient transit options in the densely populated regions of Chennai. 

Project 2 

  • Contract Value: INR 96.2 lakh 

The second project envisions a new 21 km corridor that will connect Tambaram, Medavakkam, Pallikaranai, and Velachery with Guindy Metro Station on Corridor 1.

This corridor aims to integrate the southern suburbs of Chennai with the existing metro network, thereby enhancing multimodal connectivity at key junctions, including Tambaram, Medavakkam, Velachery, and Guindy. This integration is expected to facilitate more seamless transfers between various transit modes.

The DPRs will include a thorough assessment that encompasses alignment options, ridership projections, potential for multimodal integration, and technical feasibility. These reports will serve as essential groundwork for informed decision-making regarding project execution and funding.

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Namo Bharat Corridor: DB RRTS Partners with Würth to Improve Depot-Level Maintenance Practices

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Namo Bharat Corridor: DB RRTS Partners with Würth to Improve Depot-Level Maintenance Practices

DB RRTS Operations India Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Deutsche Bahn International Operations (DB IO), introduced an important development aimed at improving the efficiency and sustainability of maintenance operations for India’s first semi-high-speed regional rapid transit system—the Namo Bharat corridor implemented by National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC).

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As the operator and maintainer for the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC)-led Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor, DB RRTS has partnered with Würth Industrial Services India to support smarter, safer, and more sustainable rail operations. NCRTC always encourages the development and adoption of new-age technological solutions for enhancing efficiency and commuter-centricity of the system 

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Sustainable Maintenance with Würth

This Indo-German collaboration marks the beginning of a long-term effort to enhance depot-level maintenance using environmentally friendly practices. DB RRTS has adopted Würth’s REFILLO®mat aerosol refill system at the Duhai depot, becoming the first rail operator in India to use this technology. The system helps reduce hazardous waste and packaging while improving workplace safety.

In addition to the REFILLO®mat system, Würth will support DB RRTS through automated inventory management, modular storage solutions (ORSY®mat), and improved supply chain coordination. The Würth “System Bus”—a mobile showroom for on-site product demonstrations—was also displayed as part of the launch.

“This collaboration with Würth is not just about tools—it’s about building smarter, sustainable systems for future-ready railways,” said Mr. Niko Warbanoff, CEO, DB E.C.O. Group & DB International Operations. “It reflects our shared German legacy of engineering excellence and commitment to India’s Make-in-India and sustainability goals. Therefore, I am very happy and proud about the partnership with Würth.”

 The event, held in the presence of media, was attended by Mr. Niko Warbanoff, CEO, DB E.C.O. Group & DB International Operations; Mr. Rahul Gupta, MD, Würth Industrial Services India; Mr. Praveen Goyal, CEO, DB RRTS; Mr. Michael Kortüm, COO, DB RRTS; and Mr. Anil Kumar Agarwal, CMO, DB RRTS, along with other top officials from DB RRTS and Würth.

About DB RRTS

 DB RRTS is the O&M partner for the Namo Bharat semi-high-speed rail corridor between Delhi, Ghaziabad, and Meerut, being implemented by NCRTC. As a subsidiary of DB IO, it brings international expertise in operations, asset management, and safe, sustainable transit.

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