Kanpur Metro: TBM Gomati Achieved Breakthrough at Double Pullia Station

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12/02/2026

TBM Gomati Breakthrough for Kanpur Metro

KANPUR (Metro Rail News): Kanpur Metro Project achieved a major milestone as TBM Gomati achieved its final breakthrough for Package KNPCC-11 at Double Pullia Station of Corridor 2 which spans 8.38 km from Agriculture University to Barra-8.

TBM S-1408A, nicknamed TBM Gomati, is a Ø6.6m Herrenknecht Earth Pressure Balance (EPB) machine. TBM Gomati is the first of two TBM machines which were deployed for the Package KNPCC-11 of Kanpur Metro.

This breakthrough signifies the completion of down-line tunneling by TBM Gomati for Package KNPCC-11. In December 2023, KPIL- Gulermak JV bagged the Package KNPCC-11 from Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) at an estimated cost of Rs. 762.50 crores with a 30-month deadline.

Contract Scope of Work: Design and Construction of TBM Tunnel, Cut and Cover Tunnel, ramp after Double Pullia, ramps in Agriculture Depot for main line and depot connections and three underground metro stations (viz. Rawatpur, Kakadeo and Double Pullia) including Architectural finishes etc. on Corridor-2 of Kanpur MRTS Project at Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.

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Chennai Metro Phase 2: CMRS Inspection Commenced for Corridor 4

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Chennai Metro Phase 2 Corridor 4 CMRS Inspection

CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): Chennai Metro Phase 2 progressed as the Commissioner of Metro Railways Safety (CMRS) Thiru. Anant Madhukar Chowdhary, CMRS Circle, Bangalore along with his team commenced the inspection for the Corridor 4 which spans 26.1 km from Lighthouse to Poonamallee Bypass.

The CMRS inspection was conducted on the elevated stretch of corridor 4 between Poonamallee bypass station and Iyyapanthangal Metro Station of Corridor 4. This stretch covered 11 stations. The stations have been mentioned below:

Stations Name: Poonamallee Bypass Station, Poonamallee Metro, Mullaithottam Metro, Karayanchavadi Metro, Kumananchavadi Metro, Kattupakkam Metro, Iyyapanthangal Metro, Thelliayaragaram Metro, Porur Bypass Metro, Porur Junction Metro and Vadapalani Metro Station

The Commissioner of Metro Railways Safety was accompanied by 3 Dy, CMRS, Thiru. T. Archunan, Director (Project), Thiru. Manoj Goyal, Director (Systems & Operations) and other Senior Officials of CMRL.

The Phase 2 of Chennai Metro consists of three new metro corridors and spans 118.9 km. The details of the corridors have been mentioned below:

Line	Route	Elevated Length	Underground Length	Total Length
Line 3 ( Purple Line)	Madhavaram – SIPCOT 2	19.1 km	26.7 km	45.8 km
Line 4 (Orange Line)	Light House – Poonamallee Bus Depot	16 km	10.1 km	26.1 km
Line 5 (Red Line)	Madhavaram – Sholinganallur	41.2 km	5.8 km	47 km

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AYESA Ingenieria Received LoA for DDC Contract of Lucknow Metro Phase 1B

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LUCKNOW (Metro Rail News): AYESA Ingenieria y Arquitectura S.A.U. in JV/ Consortium with AYESA India Private Ltd. has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (UPMRCL) for the Detailed Design Consultant contract of Lucknow Metro Phase 1B project.

UPMRCL invited bids for this contract. Technical bids for the contract were opened on 28 Oct 2025 and 2 firms submitted bids for the contract. After that, technical evaluation of the bids took place and both firms’ bids qualified in that round. Then, financial bids were opened for the contract and financial evaluation of the bids occurred on 29 Jan 2026. After the financial evaluation round UPMRCL declared AYESA Ingenieria y Arquitectura S.A.U. in JV/ Consortium with AYESA India Private as the lowest bidder for the contract and received LoA for the same on 11 Feb 2026.

Financial Bid Values

Firm	Bid Value
Ayesa Ingenieria y Arquitectura, s.a.u	₹ 15.9 Cr
Systra MVA Consulting (India) Private Limited	₹ 28 Cr

Contract Duration: 1825 Days

Contract’s 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.

The Phase 1B of Lucknow Metro Project covers one metro corridor. This corridor spans 11.165km from Lucknow Railway Station (Charbagh) to Vasant Kunj covering 12 stations. Out of 12 stations, 5 stations are elevated while the remaining 7 stations are underground. The Phase 1B of Lucknow Metro Project is estimated to cost Rs 5,801 crore.

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Bids Invited for Rolling Stock Maintenance Contract of Nagpur Metro

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NAGPUR (Metro Rail News): Maha-Metro (Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited) has invited bids for rolling stock maintenance contract of Nagpur Metro Phase 1.

Tender Details

Opening Date	10 Feb 2026
Closing Date	26 Mar 2026
EMD	₹ 15,20,000
Tender Id	2026_MMRCL_1276591_1
Tender No	N1-OandM-52/2026
Pre-Bid Meeting	25 Feb 2026

Contract Duration: 5 Years

Contract Scope of Work: Five-year Annual Maintenance Contract of CRRC make Metro Rolling Stock including lntermediate Overhauling for Nagpur Metro Rail Project Phase-l of Maha-Metro.

The Phase 1 of Nagpur Metro Project spans 40.02 km and consists of 2 metro corridors. The phase 1 of Nagpur Metro is completely operational. The details of the corridors have been mentioned below:

Line	Corridor	Route	Length
Line 1 ( Orange Line)	North–South Corridor	Automotive Square – Khapri	19.658 Km
Line 2 ( Aqua Line)	East–West Corridor	Lokmanya Nagar – Prajapati Nagar	18.557 Km

To further extend the connectivity, Maha-Metro planned the Phase 2 of Nagpur Metro Phase 2. The under construction Phase 2 of Nagpur Metro covers 4 extensions and focuses on extending the two operational corridors of Phase 1. The detail of the extensions have been mentioned below:

Line	Route	Length	Total No of Stations
Orange Line	Khapri – MIDC ESR	18.5 Km	10 Stations
Orange Line	Automotive Square – Kanhan River	13 km	12 Stations
Aqua Line	Prajapati Nagar – Transport Nagar	5.6 km	3 Stations
Aqua Line	Lokmanya Nagar – Hingna	6.7 km	7 Stations

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DMRC Invites Bids for the Civil Contract of Delhi Metro Phase 5A

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NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has invited bids for the civil contract EC-03 of Delhi Metro Phase 5A.

Tender Details

Opening Date	9 Feb 2026
Closing Date	11 Mar 2026
EMD	₹ 12,81,00,000
Tender Id	2026_DMRC_897779_1
Tender No	EC-03

Contract’s Scope of Work: “Design and Construction of Twin Tunnel (Up & Down Line) by Shield TBM from Shivaji Stadium station (excluding) to Central Secretariat station (excluding chainage 32334.986 to 32539.986 m. at Yuge Yugeen Bharat station) and Tunnel by Cut & Cover from Central Secretariat to Kartavya Bhawan and Two Underground Stations Namely Central Secretariat and Kartavya Bhawan Station with Entry/Exits & Connecting Subways for Central Vista Corridor of Phase-V(A) of Delhi MRTS (From Chainage 31380.200 to 34221.069 m.).

In December 2025, India’s Central Government’s Cabinet approved the Delhi Metro Phase 5A at an estimated cost of Rs. 12,014.91 Crore. The Phase 5A of Delhi Metro covers 3 extensions and spans 16 km. The details of the corridors have been mentioned below:

Corridor	Route	Length	Estimated Cost	Total No. of Stations
Line-8 – Magenta Line	R.K. Ashram – Indraprastha	9.913 km	Rs. 9570.4 crore	9 Stations
Line-10 – Golden Line	Aerocity – IGI Terminal 1	2.263 km	Rs. 1419.6 crore	1 Station
Line-10 – Golden Line	Sarita Vihar Depot – Kalindi Kunj	3.9 km	Rs. 1024.8 crore	3 Stations

This tender has been issued for the R.K. Ashram – Indraprastha corridor which is the extension of Magenta Line (Line 8) of Delhi Metro.

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Railway Board Greenlights New Vande Bharat Express from Udaipur to Ahmedabad

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11/02/2026

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The Railway Board has approved a new Vande Bharat Express route linking Udaipur in Rajasthan with Asarwa in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The train will be managed and operated by the North Western Railway zone.

Railway Board has taken this decision as Indian Railways will discontinue two existing Vande Bharat Express trains this week. Train 20979/80 (Udaipur City-Jaipur) ends service on February 14, 2026, and train 20981/82 (Udaipur City-Agra Cantt) will be discontinued from February 15, 2026.

The semi-high-speed train will run six days a week, skipping Tuesdays, and include stops at Zawar, Dungarpur, and Himmatnagar to serve tribal and semi-urban areas in northern Gujarat and Rajasthan.

The service promises to reduce travel times between Udaipur and Ahmedabad . The train is equipped with eight air-conditioned chair car coaches and premium amenities. It will enhance regional connectivity, boost the local economy, and provide easier access to Ahmedabad’s airport and the expanding business corridor.

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CMAML Awards Feasibility Study Consultancy for New Transport Systems in Kodaikanal and Mamallapuram

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10/02/2026

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Transport System — Ropeway and PRT as MRTS

CHENNAI (METRO RAIL NEWS): Chennai Metro Asset Management Limited (CMAML) has engaged WAPCOS Limited to undertake feasibility studies for 2 proposed transport projects – a high-altitude transport system in Kodaikanal and a cable-propelled transport system in Mamallapuram.

The consultancy has been awarded at ₹78.28 lakh for the Kodaikanal project and ₹71.93 lakh for the Mamallapuram project. Each project has a deadline of 120 days.

The proposed high-altitude ropeway system in Kodaikanal is intended to improve tourism access and regional connectivity. The project will also support sustainable and environmentally friendly mobility in the ecologically sensitive hill town.

On the other hand, the Cable Propelled Transport System for Mamallapuram is designed to offer visitors panoramic views of the UNESCO World Heritage monuments while improving access and movement within the heritage area.

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Tunnel Breakthrough Achieved on Chennai Metro Line 4

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10/02/2026

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Tunnel Breakthrough on Chennai Metro Line 4

CHENNAI (Metro RAIL NEWS): Chennai Metro Phase II crossed another tunnelling milestone with TBM Eagle achieving a breakthrough at the Thirumayilai shaft on Line 4 under Package UG-01.

The Line 4 covers a total distance of 26km from Light House to Poonamallee Bypass. The corridor includes an underground section between Light House Station near Marina Beach and Kodambakkam Flyover. This underground stretch is being executed under two packages, UG-01 and UG-02, each comprising 4 km of twin tunnels, which takes the total underground tunnelling length to 16 km. CMRL has deployed 4 TBMs to execute the tunnelling work in this underground section.

The TBM Eagle took more than 24 months to complete the tunnel drive. The 1,981-metre-long tunnel runs beneath 151 buildings, which makes the work particularly challenging. Along the alignment, the tunnel passes below several important and sensitive locations, including the Chennai Lighthouse, All India Radio, the Russian Embassy, Dominic Savio School, Rosary Church, and St. Raphael’s School. Despite these challenges, the engineering teams successfully completed the tunnelling work.

Also Read: Chennai Metro: TBM Breakthrough Achieved at Mandaveli Station of Corridor 3

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Chennai Metro : TBM Breakthrough Achieved at Mandaveli Station of Corridor 3

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09/02/2026

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TBM Breakthrough for Chennai Metro Phase 2

CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): Chennai Metro Phase 2 progressed with the successful breakthrough of the Downline Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) “Noyyal” at the Mandaveli station of Corridor 3 which spans 45.8 Km between Madhavaram and SIPCOT. This development was recorded under the package TU-02 of Chennai Metro Phase 2.

The breakthrough event was witnessed by Thiru. T. Archunan, Director (Projects), CMRL, in the presence of senior officials of CMRL, consultants, and representatives from the contractor M/s Larsen & Toubro Ltd, including Thiru. Anto Jos Menachery (GM – Underground), Thiru. Livingstone Eliazer (CGM – PP&D), Thiru. S. Ashok Kumar (CGM – T& EC), Thiru. Ravichandran (GM – UG Stations), Consultant DRE Thiru. Subramanian, Thiru. Lakshmi Prasad (Project Director – L&T), and Thiru. Ahmet (Project Manager – L&T).

In September 2023, tunnelling between Greenways Station and Mandaveli Station commenced with the deployment of two TBM’s, Noyyal and Vaigai. While the Upline TBM Vaigai achieved its breakthrough earlier on 18 October 2025, the Downline TBM Noyyal successfully completed its drive on 7 February 2026. With this achievement, the TU-02 contract has recorded its 8th TBM breakthrough.

The 763-metre-long tunnel, constructed by M/s Larsen & Toubro Ltd, passes beneath densely built-up areas, including below 75 buildings, with an overburden depth ranging between 9 and 12 metres.

In May 2021, Larsen & Toubro Ltd bagged the Package TU-02 from Chennai Metro Rail Corporation (CMRL) at an estimated cost of Rs. 2385 crore with a 42 month deadline.

Contract Scope of Work: Construction of approximately 12 km twin bored tunnels (total = 24 km) from Kellys Station to Taramani Road Junction and the construction of diaphragm walls, entry/exit structures of Chetpet station, Royapettah Government Hospital Station, Thiruvanmiyu Station, and part diaphragm wall of Greenways Road Station, including launching and retrieval shafts at the above stations.

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Lucknow Metro: Bids Invited for Depot Construction at Vasantkunj

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LUCKNOW (Metro Rail News): Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (UPMRCL) has invited bids for the construction Of Depot Cum Workshop contract worth Rs. 150.21 Crores for East-West Metro Corridor Of Lucknow Metro Rail Project.

The East-West Corridor of Lucknow Metro spans 11.098 km from Lucknow Railway Station to Vasant Kunj covering 12 stations. In May 2025, the Public Investment Board (PIB) approved the Lucknow Metro’s East-West Corridor under Phase 1B at an estimated cost of Rs. 5801 Crores

Tender Details

Opening Date	4 Feb 2026
Closing Date	5 Mar 2026
Tender Id	2026_UPMRC_265441_1
Tender No	LKCC(02)-01
EMD	₹ 3,00,00,000
Pre-bid Meeting	13.02.2026

Contract Value: Rs. 150.21 Crores

Contract Duration: 18 Months

Contract Scope of Work: Construction of Depot cum Workshop at Vasantkunj, including structural, architectural, plumbing, water supply & sewage, drainage, PEB and E&M works, external development works, road works, electrical works, mechanical works, HVAC & firefighting works on Hardoi Road for East-West Metro Corridor of Lucknow Metro Rail Project.

Currently the North–South Corridor of Lucknow Metro which spans 22.878 km from CCS Airport to Munshi Pulia is operational.

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