MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation Limited (MRVC), a Public Sector Undertaking of the Government of India under the Ministry of Railways, has awarded an infrastructure contract worth ₹219.18 crores to Texmaco Rail and Engineering Ltd. The contract covers the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of signalling equipment for the proposed 5th and 6th railway lines between Borivali (BVI) and Virar (VR) stations in the Mumbai Suburban section under MUTP-IIIA.
Contract Details
| Contract Number | MRVC/W/274 |
| Awarded Contract Value | INR 219.18 Crores |
| Contract Period | 1,095 days (approximately 3 years) |
| Award Date | February 14, 2026 |
| Successful Bidder | Texmaco Rail and Engineering Ltd |
Project Scope
Design, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Signalling equipment/gears in connection with the construction of the Proposed 5th & 6th line in the Borivali (BVI)-Virar (VR) section in Mumbai Suburban under (MUTP-IIIA).
Significance for Mumbai’s Railway Infrastructure
The addition of the 5th and 6th lines between Borivali and Virar is a milestone in Mumbai’s suburban railway expansion. The Borivali-Virar section is one of the busiest corridors on the Western Railway line. The new lines are expected to reduce overcrowding, improve service frequency, and enhance overall passenger experience on this critical route.
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