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Bangalore Metro’s Pink Line inches closer to launch; RDSO to start safety checks

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Bangalore Metro’s Pink Line inches closer to launch; RDSO to start safety checks

BANGALORE (Metro Rail News): The Pink Line of Bangalore Metro is making move towards the launch, as the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) gears up to start the safety inspection. The safety trials are planned to be conducted on the 7.53 km elevated section of the Pink Line, which connects Kalena Agrahara and Tavarekere.

Every metro system in India requires RDSO to commence operations. The primary objective of the safety trial is to scrutinise each and every critical aspect of rolling stock and infrastructure, which is required for passenger safety. During the testing, RDSO assesses the rolling stock interaction with civil structures, braking system, signalling integration, among others. After getting the safety clearance from RDSO, BMRCL can initiate the operations on the Pink Line.

Officially, the Pink Line is known as the Reach 6, and it forms a very crucial part of the Bangalore Metro Phase 2. It covers a 21.25 km distance from Kalena to Nagawara. The operations on the Pink Line will reduce congestion in the city by connecting residential and commercial zones

The Pink Line will become operational in a phased manner. Once the 7.5 km elevated stretch becomes operational, the remaining line will be commissioned by December 2026.

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Delhi Metro Phase 4: Bids Invited for UIC-60 turnouts, crossovers for Line-08 extension

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Delhi Metro Phase 4: Bids Invited for UIC-60 turnouts, crossovers for Line-08 extension

DELHI (Metro Rail News): Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has floated a tender for the procurement of standard gauge UIC-60 turnouts and scissors crossovers for ballastless track of Magenta Line (Line-08) extension. Under Phase-4, the Line 8 is planned to be extended to a length of  29-km from Janakpuri West to RK Ashram Marg. 

Tender Information

Tender Id 2026_DMRC_902787_1
Tender NoDT-22
Cost of workINR 5.48 Crores
Completion period6 months
Pre-bid meeting24.03.2026
Bid submission deadline08.04.2026

Brief scope of work: Design, Manufacturing, and Supply of Standard Gauge UIC-60 Turnouts and Scissors Cross Overs for Ballastless Track of Line-08 Extension. Of Delhi Metro Phase-IV Corridors.

The Magenta Line of Delhi Metro holds great significance after the approval of its extension between Ramakrishna Ashram Marg and Indraprastha under Phase 5A. After this extension, the Magenta Line will become the longest corridor (approx. 89 km), which runs driverless. Recently, a 10 km section of the Magenta Line was inaugurated between Deepali Chowk and Majlis Park under phase 4.

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Bangalore Metro: BMRCL invites bids for Pink Line signage work 

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Bangalore Metro: BMRCL invites bids for Pink Line signage work 

BENGALURU (Metro Rail News): Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation has initiated the bidding process for the execution of signage work of Pink Line, also known as Reach-6, under Phase-II of Namma Metro. Bengaluru Metro’s Pink Line spans 21.25 km from Kalena Agrahara to Nagawara and features both elevated (approx. 7.5 km) and underground sections. 

Tender Information

Tender NoSG2-R6-UG
Tender Id2026_BMRCL_271983_1
Cost of workINR 5,06,65,037.58 (Rs 5.06 crore)
Completion period of work05 months (including monsoon period)
Pre-bid meeting26.03.2026
Bid submission deadline08.04.2026

Brief scope of work: Design, Fabrication, Supply and Installation of Signage & Graphics for Twelve (12) Underground Metro Stations of Reach-6 under Phase-II.

As of the projections, the Pink Line will become operational in two phases: the first section from Kalena Agrahara to Tavarekere might be commissioned by May 2026. Meanwhile, the remaining section is likely to be operational by December 2026.

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CIS Bureau Awarded Security Services Contract for Chennai Metro Phase II Stations

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CIS Bureau Awarded Security Services Contract for Chennai Metro Phase II Stations

CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): CIS Bureaus Facility Services Pvt Ltd has received a Letter of Acceptance from Delhi Metro Rail Corporation for a contract related to Security Management Services under Phase II Operations and Maintenance of Chennai Metro Rail Limited. The scope of the contract covers Stage 1A and Stage 1B sections and includes security operations across 18 metro stations. The total contract value is ₹34.8 crore.

Contract Details

Award Id2025_DMRC_885418
Award No DMRC/CMRL/Phase-II/SMS/2025
Cost of Work₹ 34,82,81,100.69/
Completion Period of Work1095 Days

Scope of Work: Security Management Services for Chennai Metro Rail Phase-ll O&M (Stage-1A & 1B) at 18 Metro Stations.

The opening of Chennai Metro Rail Limited Phase II services on the Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch is likely to be deferred to April. Although the Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety has granted provisional authorisation for train operations between Poonamallee and Porur, the approval includes speed restrictions. The authority has also specified that operations on the Porur-Vadapalani section will commence only after the completion of 26 deck slabs in the double-decker stretch between Alapakkam and Alwarthirunagar along Corridor 5.

Chennai Metro Phase II is a major expansion project with an approved cost of ₹63,246 crore. The network will cover 118.9 km and include 128 stations, with completion targeted by 2028. The project consists of three corridors: Corridors 3, 4, and 5, which include both elevated and underground sections designed to improve urban connectivity across the city.

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Kalpataru Projects Bags Rs. 2,471 cr Contracts across Metro and T&D Segments

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Kalpataru Projects Bags Rs. 2,471 cr Contracts across Metro and T&D Segments

NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): Kalpataru Projects International Limited (KPIL) has strengthened its position in the EPC(engineering, procurement, and construction) space after securing fresh orders worth Rs 2471 crores across key infrastructure segments. Most of these orders come from underground metro rail projects in India, making KPIL expand its presence in the urban mobility market.

KPIL has also secured several contracts in the power transmission and distribution (T&D) segment in both domestic and international markets. The company has also received new orders on its building and factories (B&F) business, which focuses on industrial and commercial construction projects.

“These orders have further strengthened our order book, clearly indicating the buoyancy in the T&D, urban infra and B&F business,” Manish Mohnot, MD & CEO, KPIL, said in a statement.

He added that the company has secured orders worth 22,000 crores in the current financial year so far.

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Indore Metro Nears Launch as CMRS Concludes Safety Inspection

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Indore Metro Nears Launch as CMRS Concludes Safety Inspection

INDORE (Metro Rail News): The Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety concluded an extensive 4-day inspection of the remaining stretch of the Indore Metro, covering approximately 11.5 km between Super Corridor Station No. 2 and Radisson Square, on 18 March.

As part of the inspection process, high-speed trials were conducted, during which the metro train attained a speed of 80 km/h. In addition, a ‘Speed Brake Test’ was carried out four times to assess braking performance and system safety under controlled conditions. A team of experts used ultrasonic testing to verify the structural integrity of tracks and viaducts, particularly focusing on curves near Lavkush Square.

This development represents a crucial expansion rather than a marginal upgrade. Upon commissioning, the corridor will extend the reach of the Indore Metro into some of the most densely trafficked areas of the city. It will establish a direct connection between the Super Corridor, which serves as a major technology and commercial hub, and high-density urban zones such as Vijay Nagar, which function as key centres for retail, residential, and institutional activity. 

The existing Indore Metro currently operates on its Super Priority Corridor, a 5.9-kilometre stretch between Gandhi Nagar and Super Corridor Station 3. The recently inspected section forms part of the extended Phase 2 network, which covers an 11-kilometre route from Super Corridor Station 3 to the Malviya Nagar intersection near the Radisson Hotel Indore. This extension includes 11 new stations, namely Super Corridor 1, Bhorasla Square, MR 10 Road, ISBT, Chandragupt Square, Heera Nagar, Bapat Square, Meghdoot Garden, Vijay Nagar Square, and Malviya Nagar Square.

The physical safety checks are complete, and the Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MPMRCL) is now awaiting the formal No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the CMRS. The commercial operations are expected to start in the first week of April. 

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Chennai Metro: Saraswathi Engineering Bags Addl. Escalator Access Work Contract for Line 5

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Chennai Metro: Saraswathi Engineering Bags Addl. Escalator Access Work Contract for Line 5

CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has issued a Letter of Acceptance to M/s Saraswathi Engineering Construction (P) Ltd for a civil contract, which involves executing the construction of entry/exit structures to enable additional escalator facilities at elevated stations under the Corridor-5 (ECV-02 package) of Phase-2 of the Chennai Metro Rail Project. 

Tender Overview

Tender NumberCMRL/CP/TDR-64-CON/2026
Project Value₹23.70 crore (including GST)
Contract Duration120 days

Bidders’ Details

FirmBid Price
Saraswathi Engineering Construction (p) ltdRs 23.8 Crore
Priya Engineering Projects Private Limited₹ 25.3 Cr

Chennai Metro Line 5 (also known as the Red Line) is an under-construction 44.6 km corridor under Phase II that connects Madhavaram Milk Colony to Sholinganallur.

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Railway Minister Announces Rail Tech Policy to Expedite Adoption of AI & ML

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Railway Minister Announces Rail Tech Policy to Expedite Adoption of AI & ML

DELHI (Metro Rail News): Indian Railways has commenced deployment of advanced Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies across its vast network to substantially enhance safety protocols and operational efficiency through comprehensive smart monitoring systems. 

Key technologies include the TRI-Netra enhanced vision system for locomotive pilots, Machine Vision Inspection Systems detecting defects in moving trains, Integrated Track Monitoring Systems for comprehensive track inspection, Wheel Impact Load Detectors and Online Monitoring of Rolling Stock for real-time health monitoring, and drone-based thermal monitoring of overhead equipment. 

Supporting this technological transformation, Railway Minister, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw launched Rail Tech Policy on February 26, 2026, launching a dedicated portal to facilitate startup participation and innovation in railway technologies.

TRI-Netra Enhanced Vision System

The Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) is developing TRI-Netra (Terrain Imaging for Locomotive Drivers – Infra-Red, Enhanced Optical and Ranging Device Assisted), an advanced vision system designed to assist locomotive pilots during low-visibility conditions including fog, heavy rain, and adverse weather. The technology addresses a longstanding operational challenge in Indian Railways where visibility restrictions force speed reductions or service suspensions during monsoon and winter fog seasons.

The integrated system creates an enhanced vision display for locomotive pilots combining information from multiple sensors, enabling detection of signals, track features, obstacles, and other trains even in conditions where human vision is severely restricted. 

Machine Vision Inspection System (MVIS)

Machine Vision Inspection System employs Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to automatically detect hanging, loose, or missing components on moving trains which is a critical safety function addressing defects that could lead to component failures, track obstructions, or accidents.

Current Deployment Status:

  • Three (3) MVIS units installed in Northeast Frontier Railway
  • Two (2) units in Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL)
  • One (1) unit in South East Central Railway

Wheel Impact Load Detector (WILD) and Online Monitoring of Rolling Stock (OMRS)

Indian Railways has installed 24 Wheel Impact Load Detector (WILD) systems across its network for real-time wheel health monitoring. WILD technology measures impact forces as train wheels pass over instrumented track sections

Complementing WILD systems, 25 Online Monitoring of Rolling Stock (OMRS) systems provide wayside inspection of bearing and wheel health through thermal imaging and vibration analysis.

Integrated Track Monitoring System (ITMS)

Three Integrated Track Monitoring Systems (ITMS) have been deployed for comprehensive AI-based inspection and monitoring of track components. ITMS utilizes machine learning and advanced image processing to detect defects in railway track infrastructure including rails, sleepers, and fastening systems.

Drone-Based Thermal Monitoring of Overhead Equipment

Indian Railways has initiated pilot testing of drone-based thermal monitoring for Overhead Equipment (OHE) inspection in Raipur Division. The project employs unmanned aerial vehicles equipped with thermal imaging cameras to detect overheating conditions in overhead catenary systems, pantograph contact surfaces, and electrical connections conditions indicating deterioration, poor contact, or impending failures.

Rail Tech Policy and Innovation Portal

Indian Railways adopted the Rail Tech Policy on February 26, 2026, establishing a comprehensive framework to accelerate development and deployment of cost-effective, implementable, and scalable solutions including AI and data-driven technologies. 

Key Policy Features:

  • Single-stage detailed proposal submission process reducing bureaucratic complexity
  • Provision for self-initiated challenge proposals allowing innovators to identify and address railway problems proactively
  • 50:50 cost-sharing funding model between Indian Railways and innovators for prototype development and trials

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MMRDA Invites Bids for AFC System for Mumbai Metro Line 6

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MMRDA Invites Bids for AFC System for Mumbai Metro Line 6

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority has floated the tender worth Rs 103 crore to implement the Automatic Fare Collection system on Line 6 of the Mumbai Metro project. Mumbai Metro Line 6 (Pink Line) is a 15.31 km elevated corridor connecting Swami Samarth Nagar to Vikhroli via Jogeshwari, WEH, and Powai. 

Tender Details

Tender Id2026_MMRDA_1286455_1
Tender NoCA 307
Cost of WorkRs 103 crore
Pre-Bid Meeting 24-March-2026
Bid- Submission Deadline15 April 2026
Completion Period of Worka) Design-Build Period: 52 weeks), Comprehensive Maintenance – 7 years inclusive of 02 years of Defects Liability Maintenance Period

Scope of Work: Design, Manufacture, Supply, Installation, Integration, Testing, and Commissioning Of Automatic Fare Collection System, including 5 Years Of Comprehensive Maintenance After 2 Years Of Defect Liability Maintenance Period For Mumbai Metro Line 6 [Swami Samarth Nagar To Vikhroli (Eeh)] Of Mumbai Metro Rail Project of MMRDA.

Mumbai Metro Line 6 is being developed by the MMRDA to strengthen east-west connectivity between the western suburbs and the central railway corridor. The line will link major residential and commercial areas and provide interchange opportunities with other metro corridors in the city.

Once operational, the Pink Line is expected to reduce travel time across the city’s suburban belt and improve access between key employment hubs such as Powai and Jogeshwari.

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Mumbai Metro: Efkon India Bags Telecommunication Contract of Line 7A & 9

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Mumbai Metro: Efkon India Bags Telecommunication Contract of Line 7A & 9

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): Private Limited has secured a Letter of Acceptance for a telecommunication contract for Mumbai Metro’s Line 7A, Line 9, and Dongri Depot. Under this contract, the company will design, manufacture, supply, install, and commission the telecommunication system for these lines.

A total of three bidders, Efkon India, Alstom Transport India Limited, and L&T Technology Services Limited, participated in the bidding process for the contract. During the technical evaluation stage, the bid submitted by L&T Technology Services Limited was rejected. Subsequently, in the financial bidding round, Efkon India emerged as the lowest bidder by quoting a bid of ₹103 crore, which was lower than the bid of ₹150.6 crore submitted by Alstom Transport India Limited. Following the completion of the evaluation process, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation issued a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) to Efkon India for the contract.

Scope of Work: Design, Manufacture, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Telecommunication System (Except Tetra System) of Line 9 (From Dahisar East To Rai) And 7A (Andheri East To CSMIA) Corridor of Mumbai Metro, including Dongri Depot.

Mumbai Metro Line 7A and 9

Mumbai Metro Line 7A (3.42 km) and Mumbai Metro Line 9 (11.38 km) are key extensions of Mumbai Metro Line 7. These lines aim to improve connectivity between the suburbs of Mumbai, the Mira-Bhayandar region, and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. Mumbai Metro Line 7A will connect Gundavali (Andheri East) with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) and provide a direct metro link to the airport. Meanwhile, Mumbai Metro Line 9 extends Mumbai Metro Line 7 from Dahisar East to Mira-Bhayandar and improves transit access for commuters in this suburban corridor.

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