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Jindal Stainless Supplies Stainless Steel For Vande Bharat Sleeper Coaches 

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Jindal Stainless Supplies Stainless Steel For Vande Bharat Sleeper Coaches 

Jindal Stainless, India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer, has delivered stainless steel for the Vande Bharat sleeper coaches, the prototype of which was unveiled by the Minister of Railways, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, in Bengaluru recently. Jindal Stainless has supplied high-strength tempered 301L grade austenitic stainless steel for this prestigious government project. The coaches are manufactured by Integral Coach Factory (ICF) and Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML). The Vande Bharat sleeper train is designed for overnight journeys covering 800 km to 1,200 km.

Apart from providing better performance and durability, the tempered 301L austenitic stainless steel used to manufacture these coaches ensures lower life-cycle costs due to its corrosion resistance characteristics, resulting in long-term reliability. It also enhances passenger safety with its superior crash and fire resistance properties, maintaining the safety standards in railway transport.

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In a Press Release,, Managing Director, Jindal Stainless, Mr Abhyuday Jindal, said “The Vande Bharat sleeper train is set to mark a new era of innovation in Indian Railways, and we are proud to play a pivotal role in this transformative project that will revolutionise long-distance travel in India. The use of tempered 301L austenitic stainless steel will lead to reduction in the weight of each coach by approximately 2 tonnes. This weight reduction will lead to improved energy efficiency and a lower carbon footprint, aligning with the sustainability goals of modern rail transport. The enhanced safety and aesthetic appeal of this new train symbolises innovation and engineering excellence of the Indian Railways.”

With the capability to achieve speeds of up to 160 km/h, these coaches will provide an unparalleled combination of mobility, comfort, and contemporary amenities. The first batch of coaches is scheduled for dispatch from BEML’s Bengaluru plant on September 20, 2024, with an official launch anticipated by December 2024.

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Jindal Stainless is one of the leading global companies capable of manufacturing and supplying the highly-coveted 2J, No. 4, and DLT-DF special-finish stainless steel, required for metro and railway coach production. The company has delivered stainless steel for some of the most prestigious Indian railway projects, including Vande Metro, Kolkata’s underwater metro, the first train set of India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), and Mumbai metro, among others. The company has been supplying stainless steel to the Indian Railways since 1998 for wagons, coaches, infrastructure, etc.

About Jindal Stainless

India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer, Jindal Stainless, had a consolidated annual turnover of INR 38,562 crore (USD 4.7 billion) in FY24 and is ramping up its facilities to reach 4.2 million tonnes of annual melt capacity by 2026. It has 16 stainless steel manufacturing and processing facilities in India and abroad, including in Spain and Indonesia, and a worldwide network in 12 countries, as of March 2024. In India, there are ten sales offices and six service centres, as of March 2024. The company’s product range includes stainless steel slabs, blooms, coils, plates, sheets, precision strips, wire rods, rebars, blade steel, and coin blanks.

Jindal Stainless relies on its integrated operations to enhance its cost competitiveness and operational efficiency. Founded in 1970, Jindal Stainless continues to be inspired by a vision for innovation and enriching lives and is committed to social responsibility.

Jindal Stainless remains focused on a greener, sustainable future, fuelled by environmental responsibility. The company manufactures stainless steel using scrap in an electric arc furnace, which involves lower greenhouse gas emissions and enables recyclability with no reduction in quality.

MMRDA to Construct Automated Rapid Transit System (Pod Taxi) in BKC

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MMRDA to Construct Automated Rapid Transit System (Pod Taxi) in BKC

Mumbai (Metro Rail News): To streamline the connectivity in the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) region and address the needs of the 4 to 6 lakh commuters who travel daily to and from the business district, Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is planning to launch an Automated Rapid Transit System (Pod Taxi).

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Sai Green Mobility Pvt Ltd, with M/s. Ultra PRT, as the technology partner, is likely to execute this project on a public-private partnership basis, with MMRDA providing the right way and the concessionaire bringing in the entire project funding. This initiative branches from a comprehensive Techno-Economic Feasibility Study (TEFS) commissioned by MMRDA, which studied several technologies operational across the globe. 

Significance of Project

The study, which was peer-reviewed by Tata Consulting Engineers, strongly recommended implementing the Pod Taxi system for the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). This recommendation was based on a detailed analysis of the region’s topography, which is well-suited for such a system, as well as projections of traffic growth in the area. The Pod Taxi system was identified as an ideal solution to efficiently manage the anticipated increase in transportation demand while integrating with the existing infrastructure.

Fares for Pod Taxi System

Fares for the Pod Taxi system have been decided based on surveys that MMRDA conducted among current auto and bus passengers. Currently, commuters pay Rs. 15.33 per km for metered autos and Rs. 30 to 40 for shared auto rides per person to reach BKC from Bandra or Kurla. Taxi users are charged Rs. 18.67 per km, while Ola and Uber drivers frequently impose dynamic rates ranging from Rs. 80 to 100 for short 2-3 km journeys from the stations to BKC.

The surveys indicated that approximately 70% of auto users and 36% of bus passengers are ready to pay Rs. 21 per km for the Pod Taxi service. Consequently, the TEFS study suggested setting the fare at Rs. 21 per km, with a 4% annual increase to cover inflation and operational costs.

Approval From MMRDA

On March 6, 2024, MMRDA approved this project with an estimated cost of Rs. 1016.34 crore on a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) basis.

TEFS consultant developed the financial model for this project, which was further reviewed by M/s. TCE. The model anticipates a three-year construction period and a 30-year concession period, including provisions for a fixed concession fee and a percentage of revenue sharing with MMRDA.

Bhopal Metro’s Rail Over Bridge Launched At Habibganj Naka Station 

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Bhopal Metro’s Rail Over Bridge Launched At Habibganj Naka Station 

Bhopal ( Metro Rail News): On 5 September 2024, Bhopal Metro advanced as a 400-ton, 65-metre-long Rail Over Bridge (RoB) was finally launched at Habibganj Naka Station.

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Due to the commendable coordination between Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (MPMRCL) and Indian Railways, the installation of RoB was completed in just 3 hours, enhancing the development of Bhopal Metro’s priority corridor.

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Bhopal Metro Phase 1

Bhopal Metro, also known as the Bhoj Metro, is an under-construction mass rapid transit system (MRTS) project with an estimated cost of Rs. 6941.40 crore. 

Bhopal Metro priority corridors consist of 2 Lines spanning 27.90 km with 28 stations in total.

Corridors

Line 2Orange Line Karond Circle station – AIIMS Station 14.99 kmNo. of Stations: 16
Line 5Blue Line Bhadbhada Square station – Ratnagiri Tiraha station 12.91 kmNo.of Stations: 14

Bangalore Metro’s TBM Tunga Completes Its Final Drive For Pink Line

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Bangalore Metro’s TBM Tunga Completes Its Final Drive For Pink Line

Bangalore (Metro Rail News):On 4 September, ITD Cementation India’s TBM Tunga (S-839B) achieved its 4th and final breakthrough at Nagawara Station of the 21.386 km long Pink Line of Bangalore Metro Phase 2 project.

In the first week of February,  ITD Cementation deployed TBM S-839B, nicknamed Tunga, from Kadugondanahalli (K.G. Halli) station for its final assignment. After constructing 938 meters TBM achieved breakthrough at Nagawara station’s South Cut and Cover Shaft.

According to BMRCL officials “With this breakthrough, out of the total 20,992 meters of tunneling, 20,582.7 meters (98%) is completed,”

With this milestone, eight of the nine Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs): Urja, Varada, Avni, Lavi, Vindhya, Vamika, Rudra, and Tunga—have completed their tasks.

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TBM Tunga’s Assignment on Bangalore Metro’s Pink Line

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Venkateshpura – Tannery Road  822mJune 2021 – June 2022
Tannery Road to Shadi Mahal TBM  Retrieval Shaft  209mJune 2022 – August 2022
Venkateshpura to Kadugondanahalli1184mOctober 2022 – December 2023
Kadugondanahalli to Nagawara South Shaft938 mFebruary 2024 – September 2024
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Package RT-04

In November, ITD Cementation grabbed  Package RT-04  at a cost of Rs. 1771.25, which spans  4.591 km connecting Tannery Road to North Ramp with a 42-month deadline. 

The scope of work under this package incorporates the construction of twin tunnels from Tannery Road to North Ramp,  Ramp at Nagawara and four stations at;

  • Tannery Road 
  • Venkateshpura
  •  Kadugundanahalli 
  • Nagawara.

Upcoming Development 

Till date, 25 breakthroughs have been achieved out of 26 breakthroughs planned for the Bangalore Metro Phase 2 project. 

Now, only one breakthrough is left by the ninth TBM, Bhadra, which is currently constructing an approx 939-meter downline tunnel between K. G. Halli and Nagawara for the Bangalore Metro Phase 2 project. 

Railway Minister Reveals New Vande Bharat Sleeper Train

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Railway Minister Reveals New Vande Bharat Sleeper Train

Bangalore ( Metro Rail News ): The newly launched  Vande Bharat sleeper train manufactured at Bengaluru by Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) will be dispatched this month; with no more delay, the Vande Bharat sleeper coaches will be inaugurated by December 2024.

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On 1 September, Railway Minister ‘Ashwini Vaishnaw’ introduced the Vande Bharat Sleeper coaches as the “Best in the world”.

He also mentioned, “These trains are being manufactured with a lot of care and vision. They are designed in a way that the passengers go through ultra comfort during the journey. Not just the passengers but even the service staff will have access to these comforts as a special cell is designed for them to take rest”.

Railway Minister Shares the Pictures of Vande Bharat Sleeper Coaches.
Railway Minister Shares the Pictures of Vande Bharat Sleeper Coaches.

The Union Minister talked about the fiscal benefit of the sleeper coaches providing luxurious facilities and comfort on an affordable budget. The middle-class or service staff can also easily acquire the advantages.

Specification of Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains

The new Vande Bharat Sleeper train consists of 16 coaches and is designed for overnight trips ranging from 800 km to 1200 km.

Integration of Modern Technologies

These advanced Vande Bharat trains integrate modern technologies like the Kavach system that has also been installed to streamline the safety of passengers, and this system will alert the loco pilot about any danger. This will add to the safety of the sleeper coaches.

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This advancement outlines the effective implementation of the ‘Make In India’ initiative. This  Indigenous version of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train aims to provide passengers with a new experience for their long-distance travel.

Additionally, on 31st August, PM Modi flagged off the new 3 Vande Bharat Express via video conferencing, connecting UP, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

Kinet commences operations at Marathwada Rail Coach Factory in Latur

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Kinet commences operations at Marathwada Rail Coach Factory in Latur

Maharashtra (Metro Rail News): Kinet has announced the commissioning of the Marathwada Rail Coach Factory (MRCF) at Latur. This ceremony marks the beginning of active preparations for the production capabilities of the facility, leading to the commencement of serial assembly of Vande Bharat Sleeper Coaches. 

About Kinet

Kinet, a leading manufacturer of electric passenger trains in India, has won an international contract to manufacture 1,920 sleeper coaches and maintain them for 35 years. 

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The project involves upgrading existing government manufacturing facilities and depots to meet global production and maintenance standards. The commissioning of the MRCF marks a significant milestone in the ongoing modernisation of India’s railway network. 

The event was attended by Mr. NSR Prasad, CAO, ICF; Mr. Neeraj Kumar Dohare, DRM-Solapur; Mr. SC Sagar, CWE, Central Railway; Mr. Anshumali Kumar, ADRM-Solapur; Mr. Pradeep Gaur, CMD, RVNL; along with the dignitaries from the Kinet team including Ms. Alexandra Meluzova, CEO, Kinet; Mr. Sathyamurthy K, Managing Director-Latur, Kinet. 

Located in Latur, Maharashtra, the Marathwada Rail Coach Factory is spread over 351 acres. The facility will be equipped with 11 advanced assembly stations and will have various specialised workshops including a car body shop, warehouse, assembly, testing, bogie and paint shops. The internal tracks will be 8.6 km long. It is equipped with a solar power plant and a wastewater treatment plant, helping to reduce its carbon footprint and support India’s renewable energy targets.

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In addition, more than 1,000 trees will be planted on the site by the end of next year. Sathyamurthy K, Managing Director – Latur, Kinet, said: “This plant is more than just a manufacturing facility. It is a catalyst for socio-economic development in the region. More than 10,000 people will be involved in the entire production chain. By creating employment, supporting ancillary industries, and promoting skill development, we are contributing to the broader vision of ‘Viksit Bharat @2047’ – a developed India by the centenary of our Independence”.

Kalpataru becomes L1 for Nagpur Metro Phase 2’s Package -C11

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Kalpataru becomes L1 for Nagpur Metro Phase 2’s Package -C11

Nagpur ( Metro Rail News): Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. ( MMRCL or MahaMetro) declared Kalpataru Projects International Ltd.( KPIL) as the lowest bidder for the 17.647 km Package-C11 which comes under Nagpur metro phase 2  (43.8 km ).

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Package-C11 (Nagpur Metro Phase 2)

Package -C11 includes the construction of three different viaducts for Reach 2B, 3A and 4A on the Nagpur phase 2.

Lines Reach Distance Location
Orange line 2A 5.9 km Cantonment – Kanhan 
Aqua line 3A 6.4 km Lokmanya Nagar – Hingra 
Aqua line 4A 5.3 km Prajapati Square – Transport Nagar 

Earlier, the construction of the viaducts for sections 2B, 3A and 4A was planned to be executed through 3 different packages- C-07, C-03 and C-04 consecutively. The tender procedure for these packages was scrapped. Subsequently, all three packages were merged into one Package- C-11.

In March 2024, the MahaMetro authority invited bids for Package-C-11 with an estimated cost of Rs.1010 crore. The deadline for the project is 1080 days. Later on in May, technical bids were announced with 5 bidders on the list.

Bidders

Bidders Bidders price 
Kalpatura Projects International Ltd.(KPIL)999 crore 
GR Infraprojects Ltd.(GRIL)1031.67 crore
ITD Cementation India Ltd.1075.65 crore
Tata Projects Ltd. (TPL)1183.93 crore

Kalpataru Projects International Ltd. bagged package C11 with Rs.999.0 crore, which is 1.09% less than the authority estimation.

Construction of stations on these viaducts comes under separate packages. Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd.( RNVL) was awarded Package- C-08 for constructing Reach- 2B’s six metro stations.

BEML Initiates Production of Train Sets for Bangalore Metro’s Pink & Blue Lines

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BEML Initiates Production of Train Sets for Bangalore Metro’s Pink & Blue Lines

Bangalore (Metro Rail News):On 31 August 2024, BEML, India’s leading rolling stock manufacturer, finally started the production of train sets for the Pink Line & Blue Line of the 73.92 km Bangalore Metro Phase 2 project.

In August 2023, BEML grabbed rolling stock contract 5RS-DM’s worth Rs. 3177 crore from BMRCL. Under this agreement, BEML is responsible for manufacturing 53 trains (each having 6 coaches). These trains will facilitate operations for:

  • Phase 2A (18.23 km) 
  • Phase 2B (37 km)
  • Pink Line (21 km)

A ceremony took place at BEML’s Bengaluru facility in CV Raman Nagar for the manufacturing of a new rolling stock prototype train. 

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Financial Aspects:

In March 2021, A Rs. 3,717 crore loan agreement was signed between the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the government of India regarding the manufacturing of rolling stocks, CBTC signalling and platform screen doors.

Allotment of Trains Planned By BMRCL

  Phase   Line        Stations   Length No. of trains
Phase 2Pink lineKalena Agrahara station-  Nagawara station 21.386 km        16
Phase 2ABlue line Silk Board stations  – KR Puram stations 18.2 km      16
Phase 2B Blue line KR Puram station – Airport station37 km       21 

Key Features of New train-sets

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  • Bengaluru’s brand new train sets will feature six coaches, comprising two Driving Motor Car (DMC) and four Trailer Car (TC).
  • These trains will operate at a maximum design speed of 95 kmph and operational speed of 85 kmph.
  • These trains will be equipped with Alstom’s CBTC signalling and train-control solution. This advanced feature will empower trains to run “driverless” on GoA4 (grade of automation 4) for Unattended Train Operations (UTO) 

As per the press release BEML’s in-house engineering teams in Bangalore will be responsible for the “design and development” of these brand-new trains.  . high-tensile Austenitic stainless steel will be used in the manufacture of these trainsets. 

Keeping in mind the passenger’s comfort Each Metro car will incorporate two roof-mounted Saloon Air Conditioners to provide them with an air conditioning facility.

The trains will also feature an IP-based Passenger Announcement (PA) and Passenger Information System (PIS), along with a Passenger Saloon Surveillance System (PSSS) to provide real-time station information. 

Additionally, the trains will have electrically driven automatic doors synchronised with Platform Screen Doors to ensure passenger safety.

PM Modi Shows Green Light to 3 Vande Bharat Express: UP, Tamil Nadu & Karnataka 

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PM Modi Shows Green Light to 3 Vande Bharat Express: UP, Tamil Nadu & Karnataka 

Metro Rail News: On 31st August 2024, PM Narendra Modi flagged off three new Vande Bharat Express via video conferencing to enhance connectivity in Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. 

Recently, inaugurated three Vande Bharat Express trains are:

  • Chennai Central to Nagercoil
  •  Madurai to Bengaluru Cantonment
  •  Meerut City-Lucknow
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While adding three more Vande Bharat trains, the Prime Minister welcomes more connectivity to the route. More than 100 Vande Bharat Trains are operational, connecting 280 districts. 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF NEWLY INAUGURATED TRAINS:

  1. Chennai Central to Nagercoil Vande Bharat Train 
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From Chennai Egmore to Nagercoil It will leave Chennai Egmore at 5 am and reach Nagercoil at 1:50 Pm 
Will remain off on Wednesdays.		Tambaram, Villupuram, Tiruchirappalli, Dindugal, Madurai, Kovilpatti, and Tirunelveli 
 Will facilitate pilgrimage travelling to the divine Arulmigu Meenakshi Amman Temple, Madurai & Kumari Amman Temple, Kanniyakumari.

  1. Madurai to Bengaluru Cantonment Vande Bharat Train 
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From Madurai to Bengaluru Cantonment It will leave Madurai at 5:15 AM  and reach Bengaluru Cantonment at 1 PM.Will remain off on Tuesdays.Dindugal, Tiruchirappalli, Karur, Namakkal, Salem, and Krishnarajapuram Connect inter-state with providing connectivity to the temple in Madurai.
  1.  Meerut City to Lucknow Vande Bharat trains
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From Meerut city to Lucknow It will leave Meerut City at 6:35 am and reach Lucknow Charbagh at 1:45 pm. It will remain off on Tuesdays.Moradabad and Bareilly.This will connect pilgrimage sites like Digambar Jain Temple, Mansa Devi Mandir, Surajkund Temple, and Augharnath Temple.

While inaugurating, PM Modi said, “Today, from North to South, a new chapter is being added to the Vikas Yatra of the country. From today, Vande Bharat Train service will start between Meerut – Lucknow, Madurai – Bengaluru Cantonment and Chennai – Nagercoil. 

Surat Metro- TBM Narmada Completes Its Third Drive 

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Surat Metro- TBM Narmada Completes Its Third Drive 

Surat (Metro Rail News):Surat Metro project advances as TBM Narmada accomplishes Its last Breakthrough.

On 30 August 2024, Surat Metro witnessed another milestone on Line 1 when Gulermak – Sam India Builtwell JV’s TBM Narmada achieved its third and final breakthrough at Surat Railway Station for the Surat Metro Phase 1 Project.

TBM Narmada established the overall fifth and second-last breakthrough for Package CS2 / UG1. 

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TBM Narmada’s Journey In Surat Metro Phase 1

First assignment Kapodra – Labheshwar Chowk.1.5km January 2024
Second assignment Labheshwar Chowk Station – Central Warehouse Station600m March 2024 
Current assignment Central Warehouse- Surat Railway Station.338m August 2024 

Note: The first breakthrough was still hidden as soil excavation is still in progress.

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Package CS2 / UG1

In March 2021, Gulermak – Sam India JV grabbed underground Package CS2 / UG1’s construction contract, which spans 3.46 km connecting Kapodra station and Surat Railway Station. 

The scope of work under this package incorporates the construction of three twin tunnels and the 3 stations at ;

  • Kapodra
  •  Labheshwar Chowk
  •  Central Warehouse 

Surat Metro Phase 1 Project

Surat metro is an under construction Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) which spans 41.93 km, consisting of  2 corridors and 37 stations. 

Line 1 Sarthana station – Dream City station 22.77 km Total no. of stations: 20 

Line 2 		Bhesan station – Saroli station 19.26 km.Total  no. of stations:  18 

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