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Bridge & Roof Company Receives LoA for Architectural Finishing Contract for Bangalore Metro Phase 2B

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BANGALORE (Metro Rail News): Bridge and Roof Company India Limited has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation (BMRCL) for the Architectural Finishing and Public Health Engineering Works contract for 8 elevated stations of Phase 2B line of Bangalore Metro Rail Project. 

Stations: Kasturi Nagar, Horamavu, HRBR Layout, Kalyan Nagar, HBR Layout, Nagawara, Veeranna palya, Kempapura

BMRCL invited bids for this contract with a 485 Days deadline. Technical bids were opened 27 May 2025 announcing that 2 firms have submitted bids for the contract. Technical evaluation of the submitted bids occurred on 24 Sep 2025. After that financial bids were opened for the contract and financial evaluation of the bids took place on 4 Feb 2026. During the financial evaluation round, one firm bids was rejected and BMRCL declared Bridge and Roof Company as the lowest bidder for the contract and received LoA for the contract on 4 Feb 2026. 

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Financial Bid Values 

Firm Bid Value 
Bridge and Roof Company India Limited₹ 95.1 Cr
J. Kumar Infraprojects Limited₹ 101.6 Cr

Contract Duration: 485 Days 

Contract’s Scope of Work: Architectural Finishing and Public Health Engineering Works for 8 Elevated Stations viz, Kasturi Nagar, Horamavu, HRBR Layout, Kalyan Nagar, HBR Layout, Nagawara, Veeranna palya, Kempapura of Package-1, in Phase 2B line of Bangalore Metro Rail Project. 

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How Railway Capex Is Being Spent in 2026-27: Projects and State-wise Allocations

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The Union Budget 2026-27 has placed a strong emphasis on strengthening Indian Railways through sustained capital expenditure, with a sharp focus on safety upgrades, capacity expansion, and asset modernisation. 

In the budget, large allocations have been earmarked for safety-related works, rolling stock, track renewals, and line doubling. This shows the government’s intent to support long-term network efficiency and regional connectivity.

Capex Allocation

Budget 2026-2027: Indian Railways Capex Allocation
Indian Railways ProjectsBudget 2026-2027 Capex Allocation (in Rs crore)
Safety-Related Works1,20,389
Gauge Conversion4,600
Rolling Stock52,108.73
New Lines (Railways)36722
Doubling (Railways)37750
Computerisation492.64
Track Renewals22853
Signalling and Telecom7500
Electrification Projects5000
Bridge Works, Tunnel Works and Approaches2557.96
Traffic Facilities – Yard Remodelling and Others7897.27
Leasedassets-PaymentofCapital Component(Railways)39650
RoadSafetyWorks-RoadOver/Under Bridges(Railways)8225
OtherElectricalWorks(Railways)1952
National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited 15,500
InvestmentinPSU/JV/SPVetc.17251

State-Wise Allocations

Railway Budget Allocation FY 2026-27: State-wise
StateBudget Allocation FY 2026-27 (Rs in Crore)
Andhra Pradesh10,134
Assam & NE Region11,486
Bihar10,379
Chhattisgarh7,470
Delhi2,711
Goa515
Gujarat17,366
Haryana3,566
Himachal Pradesh2,911
Jammu & Kashmir1,086
Jharkhand7,536
Karnataka7,748
Kerala3,795
Madhya Pradesh15,188
Maharashtra23,926
Odisha10,928
Punjab5,673
Rajasthan10,228
Tamil Nadu7,611
Telangana5,454
Uttarakhand4,769
Uttar Pradesh20,012
West Bengal14,205

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Bullet Train Project Achieves 2nd Mountain Tunnel Breakthrough in Maharashtra 

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Mountain Tunnel Breakthrough for Bullet Train Project

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project achieved a major milestone with the successful breakthrough of the second mountain tunnel in Palghar, Maharashtra on 3 Feb 2026. This tunnel is 454 metres long with a width of 14.4 metres, and will accommodate both up and down tracks for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project.

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The mountain tunnel (MT-6) was excavated from both ends using New Austrian Tunnelling Method (NATM), a cutting-edge drill-and-controlled blast method. The excavation is completed within 12 months. 

As per the Release,Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw congratulated the entire high-speed rail team for their remarkable progress. He said the pace at which the team is working has instilled new confidence in the country. The project is drawing global attention and appreciation due to several new innovations in construction and technology. He highlighted that many advanced construction technologies and large machines being used for the project are manufactured in India.

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In Maharashtra, construction work is advancing rapidly across multiple sites. Currently,  seven mountain tunnels are currently underway in Palghar district. The current status of the tunnel have been mentioned below:

Sr. No Mountain Tunnel No.Length % Completion Remarks 
1MT-10.82016% 
2MT-20.228 Preparatory works underway
3MT-31.40341% 
4MT-41.26032% 
5MT-51.48057%Breakthrough achieved on 02 Jan 2026
6MT-60.45447%Breakthrough achieved today
7MT-70.41729% 

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Project is an under construction high speed rail project. The project spans 508 kilometres between Mumbai and Ahmedabad covering 12 stations. 

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

As on 27 Jan 2026, around 334 km of viaducts, 17 river bridges, and 12 major crossings over national highways, railways, and other infrastructure have been completed. Track laying and electrification works have picked up pace in the Gujarat section of the project for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project. 

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Dr. M Ramachandran , Former Secretary, MoUD Joins Editorial Advisory Board of Metro Rail News

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NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): Metro Rail News is pleased to welcome Dr. M (Mundayat) Ramachandran, Former IAS officer and Secretary in the Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India to the Editorial Advisory Board of Metro Rail News.

Dr. M. Ramachandran is a 1972-batch IAS officer who served the Government of India for 38 years before retiring in 2010. He held several key administrative positions at both the State and Central Government levels.

During his career, he served as District Magistrate and Collector of Rae Bareli, later rising to become the Chief Secretary of Uttarakhand. At the national level, he served for nearly 4 years as Secretary in the Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India. He also served as Chairperson of 10 different city development authorities and as Chairperson for four megacities and their metro rail corporations.

Following his retirement, Dr. Ramachandran has remained actively engaged in the fields of urban development and governance. He is associated with several national-level endeavors in multiple capacities, including:

  • Chairperson – Indian Heritage Cities Network Foundation
  • Chancellor – the ICFAI University Dehradun
  • Senior Adviser – US Green Building Council
  • Distinguished Fellow – SKOCH Foundation
  • Independent Director on 7 infrastructure companies incl. Delhi International Airport Ltd.

Academically, Dr. Ramachandran holds a Master’s degree in Economics, an MPhil in Economic Planning, and a PhD in Project Planning. He is the author of several publications, including:

  • Uttarchal: Ideas That Worked
  • Urban Renewal
  • Building from the Bottom: Infrastructure and Poverty Alleviation
  • Delhi Metro Stations and Surroundings
  • Metro Rail Projects in India
  • India’s Urban Confusion
  • Reforming Urban Transport in India: Issues and Best Practices
  • Mavericks of Mussoorie

Dr. M. Ramachandran’s presence on the Editorial Advisory Board will strengthen the Metro Rail News’ leadership and editorial direction.

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Industry’s Response to Record Rail Allocations in Union Budget 2026-27

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Union Budget 2026-27

Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled the Union Budget 2026 on February 1. The Union Budget 2026-27 has given the Ministry of Railways its highest-ever allocation. The total outlay for the railway ministry stands at ₹2,78,030 crore. In addition, capital expenditure has been set at ₹2,93,030 crore.

Apart from the budget allocation, the Centre has also proposed 7 high-speed rail corridors across the country.

  1. Mumbai-Pune
  2. Pune-Hyderabad
  3. Hyderabad-Bengaluru
  4. Hyderabad-Chennai
  5. Chennai-Bengaluru
  6. Bengaluru-Varanasi
  7. Varanasi-Siliguri

In the Union Budget 2026, ₹28,740 crore has been allocated for metro and mass rapid transit projects across the country. 

Post Budget Quote by- Mr. Sebi Joseph, President, Otis India.

The Honourable Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman has presented a growth-oriented budget delivering a powerful push to infrastructure, manufacturing, and technology, boosting job creation. The vertical transportation industry would benefit from the acceleration of the momentum of construction and real estate growth.

 Development of city economic regions, establishment of seven high-speed rail corridors, new schemes for construction and infrastructure equipment manufacturing, proposal of infrastructural risk guarantee fund, massive outlay for semiconductor, rare earth and electronics industries transformation are commendable. At Otis, we welcome the Budget’s forward-looking vision and remain committed to supporting India’s infrastructure ambitions. Through continuous innovation and digital integration, we are proud to help move people and the nation forward- safely and swiftly.

Post Budget Quote by- Mr. Vineet Agarwal, Managing Director, Transport Corporation of India Limited (TCI)

“The Union Budget 2026–27 sends a strong and reassuring signal on India’s manufacturing-led growth agenda. By maintaining fiscal discipline with a deficit of 4.3% while scaling capital expenditure to ₹12.2 lakh crore, the Government has reinforced confidence in long-term investments, capacity creation, and a stable, predictable policy environment that strengthens ease of doing business. 

The Budget’s sharp focus on logistics and industrial infrastructure will be a major enabler of manufacturing scale-up. Dedicated freight corridors, expansion of national waterways, high-speed rail connectivity, investments in ship-repair ecosystems, and a ₹10,000-crore push for container manufacturing will significantly reduce logistics costs and build a robust ecosystem for capital goods and supporting industries. These measures will strengthen MSMEs, crowd in private investment, and generate large-scale employment across manufacturing, logistics, and tourism-linked services.

Equally important is the forward-looking emphasis on advanced manufacturing through ISM 2.0, semiconductors, data centres, and AI-led digital platforms. Together, these initiatives lay the foundation for resilient, technology-driven supply chains and position India as a globally competitive hub for manufacturing, trade, tourism, and job creation—aligned with the broader vision of Viksit Bharat.”.

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Railway Minister Announces Expansion of Vande Bharat, Amrit Bharat and Namo Bharat Trains in 2026-27

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Vande Bharat

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on 1 February, during a press conference at Rail Bhawan that the Ministry of Railways plans to introduce more Vande Bharat trains including Sleeper and Chair Car variants along with Amrit Bharat and Namo Bharat services in the financial year 2026–27.

During the Press Conference, Ashwini Vishnaw also mentioned that manufacturing of these trains is advancing rapidly. He stated “Manufacturing of Vande Bharat sleeper and chair car trains, Amrit Bharat and Namo Bharat trains, along with record induction of wagons, is progressing at an unprecedented pace,” as reported by The Indian Express. Furthermore, he mentioned that 17,000 coaches are currently under production.

On 1 February 2026, Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026. The total outlay for the railway ministry stands at ₹2,78,030 crore. In addition, capital expenditure has been set at ₹2,93,030 crore.

The Ministry of Railway mentioned “Backed by the substantial allocation of Rs. 2,78,000 crore in the Union Budget this year, Railways is focusing its spending on high-speed connectivity, freight and safety. A record capital expenditure of ₹2,93,030 crore has been planned for Indian Railways in Union Budget 2026–27. This is the highest-ever capex as well as allocation for Indian Railways,” . 

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NCRTC & IRCTC Launches Seamless Ticketing System 

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National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) and Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) have launched a seamless ticketing system, enabling commuters to plan and conveniently book their tickets for travel through Indian Railways and Namo Bharat.

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Namo Bharat commuters can now book Indian Railways tickets directly by clicking the IRCTC icon available on the Namo Bharat app. Conversely, IRCTC passengers, after booking a train ticket with Delhi as their destination, can conveniently book Namo Bharat tickets by opening their booking details on the IRCTC Rail Connect app and clicking the NCRTC icon.

The integrated system offers a seamless booking experience and reduces the need for repeated data entry. After booking an IRCTC e-ticket, the NCRTC ticket option is displayed on the PNR confirmation page and is also accessible from the train ticket booking history.

National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) is a joint venture company of Govt of India and States of Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan and U.P, under the administrative control of Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, is mandated for implementing the Namo Bharat project across the NCR of India, ensuring a balanced and sustainable urban development through better connectivity and access. Currently one Namo Bharat Project, Delhi – Ghaziabad – Meerut Corridor is operational in India.

The 82-km long Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Corridor passes through one of the most densely populated sections of the National Capital Region connecting Delhi to Uttar Pradesh covering 16 stations.  Currently, 55 km of the Delhi Meerut RRTS corridor is operational. 

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Metro Rail Sector Gets ₹28,740 Cr Boost from Union Budget 2026 

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Union Budget 2026

The trajectory of budgetary support has soared high for the metro rail sector. In the Union Budget 2026, ₹28,740 crore has been allocated for metro and mass rapid transit projects across the country. 

Lucknow Metro Gets ₹1,450 Crore Boost 

The Union Budget 2026 has given a major boost to Lucknow Metro Phase 1B project with an allocation of ₹1,450 crore for the project. Lucknow Metro Phase 1B project covers one metro corridor. 

This corridor spans 11.165km from Lucknow Railway Station (Charbagh) to Vasant Kunj covering 12 stations. Out of these 12 stations, 5 stations will be elevated while 7 stations will be underground. The Union Cabinet approved the Phase 1B project on 12 August at an estimated cost of Rs 5,801 crore. 

Pune Metro Gets ₹517 Crore Boost 

The Union Budget 2026 has allocated an estimated ₹517 crore for the Pune Metro project. However, the Maha-Metro is yet to receive a detailed breakup of the allocation. The officials stated that a clear execution roadmap will be drawn up once the funding specifics are communicated.

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Bullet Train Project: SYSTRA-DB JV Gets LoA for Signalling,SCADA & Ticketing Consultancy Work

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NHSRCL Completes 100 Km of Viaduct and 250 Kms of Pier Erection on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project
NHSRCL Completes 100 Km of Viaduct and 250 Kms of Pier Erection on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project

SYSTRA in Joint Venture with DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from National High Speed Rail Corporation (NHSRCL)  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.

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The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project is an under construction High-Speed Rail Corridor. This corridor spans 508 km connecting Mumbai with Ahmedabad through 12 Stations. The stations have been mentioned below: 

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

NHSRCL invited bids for this contract. Technical bids for the contract were opened on 14 Nov 2025 and 2 firms submitted bids for the contract. After the submission of bids technical evaluation of the bids occurred. Later on, financial bids were opened and financial evaluation of the bids took place on 22 Jan 2026. The financial values of the firms have been mentioned below: 

Financial Bid Values 

FirmBid Value 
Ayesa Ingenieria y Arquitectura, S.A.U ₹ 661 Cr 
SYSTRA-DB Engineering & Consulting GmbH JV ₹ 612.4 Cr 

After the financial evaluation round, NHSRCL announced SYSTRA as the lowest bidder for the contract and received LoA for the same on 31 Jan 2026.

Contract Duration: 2520 Days

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

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Railway Budget 2026-27: Capex Soars to ₹2.9 Lakh Cr, Total Outlay ₹2.78 Lakh Cr

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Railway Budget

DELHI (Metro Rail News): The Union Budget 2026-27 has given the Ministry of Railways its highest-ever allocation. The total outlay for the railway ministry stands at ₹2,78,030 crore.  In addition, capital expenditure has been set at ₹2,93,030 crore. The allocation is expected to help accelerate project execution while strengthening the overall railway network.

7 High-Speed Rail Corridors Announced in Union Railway Budget

Apart from the budget allocation, the Centre has also proposed 7 high-speed rail corridors across the country. These corridors are at an early stage, but they indicate the government’s intention to expand high-speed rail connectivity beyond the Mumbai-Ahmedabad project.

  1. Mumbai-Pune
  2. Pune-Hyderabad
  3. Hyderabad-Bengaluru
  4. Hyderabad-Chennai
  5. Chennai-Bengaluru
  6. Bengaluru-Varanasi
  7. Varanasi-Siliguri

On this occasion, the Union Railway Minister said I would like to thank the PM and Finance Minister. A strong foundation has been laid for the all-round development of the country and for Viksit Bharat…For the railway, there are 7 new high-speed corridors, and a southern triangle of Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad will be formed…A new dedicated freight corridor has also been announced, as reported by ANI.

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