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RLDA Team Visits Nashik for Multi-Modal Hub Project

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RLDA Team Visits Nashik for Multi-Modal Hub Project

NASHIK (Metro Rail News): A team from the Rail Land Development Authority (RLDA) in New Delhi came to Nashik Road railway station to make plans for a multi-modal hub. Vice Chairman of RLDA, Shri Ved Parkash Dudeja, along with other officials, visited the station.

According to an official, “The RLDA team from New Delhi visited Nashik Road station to understand how to develop the station. They looked at all four platforms, checked the current facilities, and asked about the available railway land in the area.”

The design of the hub is already being worked on by a company. Before finalizing the plan, officials inspected different parts of the station to understand it better. An official mentioned, “The plan should be ready within the next month.”

The area on the Sinnar side of the station will be used for the multi-modal hub (MMH). This hub will include the Nashik-Pune semi-high-speed railway by MahaRail, the MahaMetro’s Metro Neo, and NMPML services operated by Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC).

Mumbai Metro One: MMRDA Sets Up Committee to Evaluate RInfra’s Stake Sale Proposal

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Mumbai Metro One: MMRDA Sets Up Committee to Evaluate RInfra’s Stake Sale Proposal

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The MMRDA (Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority) has set up an internal study group (ISG) to help review a proposal from Reliance Infrastructure Ltd. The proposal entails the sale of Reliance Infrastructure’s stake in the Mumbai Metro One corridor, that links Versova, Andheri, and Ghatkopar.

Metro One is unique as it’s the only corridor developed through a public-private partnership (PPP). Currently, MMRDA has a 26% stake in Mumbai Metro One Private Limited (MMOPL), the special-purpose vehicle that operates Metro I. The remaining 74% is owned by Rinfra, a company owned by Anil Ambani. The ISG, formed in April, comprises former chief secretary Johny Joseph, additional chief secretary Bhushan Gagrani, and executive director of Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRCL) R Ramana.

The ISG’s task is to study Reliance Infrastructure’s representations and prepare a report on MMRDA’s potential acquisition of Metro One. This report will cover various aspects, including the project’s valuation and advice on the acquisition, including its enterprise value.
According to the document obtained under Right to Information (RTI) by Anil Galgali in January 2023, Reliance Infrastructure had offered this proposal in July 2020. Their proposal suggests that MMRDA could develop a depot at DN Nagar in the suburbs and create 12 stations through real estate ventures.

The document states that under the current Development Control (DC) rules, there’s Floor Space Index (FSI) available for development, amounting to around 68 lakh square feet. Currently, the construction area is 5.06 lakh square feet, and the available development area is 85.81 lakh square feet. This totals 91 lakh square feet of saleable area, which could be utilized for headquarters and government offices for all metro lines.

The original agreement between MMOPL and MMRDA was signed on March 7, 2007. The entire project, developed through the PPP model, was initially estimated to cost Rs 2,356 crore. However, MMOPL has disputed this cost and claimed that it escalated to Rs 4,321 crore, justifying their fare hike in the past.

Once the ISG presents its report, it will need the green light from both MMRDA’s executive committee and its authority. The final call will be made by the state cabinet.

Delhi Metro Awards Rs. 236.25 Crore Contract to China’s KTK Group for PSD

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Delhi Metro Awards Rs. 236.25 Crore Contract to China’s KTK Group for PSD

DELHI (Metro Rail News): KTK Group Co. Ltd., a China-based company, has recently won a contract worth Rs. 236.25 crore from the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to set up Platform Screen Doors on three lines of Delhi Metro’s Phase 4 project.

The scope of work involves designing, manufacturing, supplying, installing, testing, and commissioning of both the Half-height platform gate system and the Full height platform screen door system for the Mukundpur to Maujpur, Aerocity to Tughlakabad, and Janakpuri west to R.K. Ashram Marg corridor of Phase-4 of Delhi MRTS.

This project is a significant part of the ongoing construction of Delhi’s Phase 4, which includes a new Silver Line (23.62 km Aerocity to Tughlakabad), as well as extensions of the Magenta Line (28.92 km Janakpuri West to R.K.Ashram) and Pink Line (12.58 km Mukundpur to Maujpur).

The installation of Half-height Platform Gate Systems will be done at 27 elevated stations across all three lines. Meanwhile, 18 underground stations on the Silver and Magenta lines will get Full-height PSDs. The total contract value is approximately INR 74,24,79,000 along with USD 1,96,32,000.

DMRC had called for tenders for this contract (Package DS-08) back in September 2022, setting a deadline of 1095 days (3 years). After technical evaluations in December 2022, four bidders emerged. However, only two firms, KTK Group Co. and Nanjing Kangnin Mechanical & Electrical Co., met the tender conditions. The financial bids of these two firms were revealed in July 2023, with KTK Group being the lowest bidder, narrowly beating Nanjing Kangni.

The purpose of these Platform Screen Doors is to enhance safety by preventing accidents and suicides related to passenger movement. Additionally, they will contribute to reducing maintenance costs in underground stations for DMRC. By improving the station environment, these doors will lead to lower air-conditioning and ventilation expenses.

DMRC and IIIT-Delhi Collaborate for Technological Advancements and Enhanced Passenger Experience

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DMRC and IIIT-Delhi Collaborate for Technological Advancements and Enhanced Passenger Experience

DELHI (Metro Rail News): DMRC (Delhi Metro Rail Corporation) has teamed up with IIIT-Delhi (Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology, Delhi) through its Centre for Sustainable Mobility (CSM) to bring technological progress and innovation to public transportation. They recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on this endeavour. The signing event was attended by Sh. Vikas Kumar from DMRC, Dr. Amit Kumar Jain from DMRC Ltd, Dr. Pushpendra Singh from IIIT-Delhi, and Dr. Pravesh Biyani from IIIT Delhi.

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This partnership between DMRC and IIIT-Delhi aims to achieve the following:

Open Transit Data (OTD): Open transit data is all about sharing transportation-related information such as schedules and routes. This information is made available to the public in a standardized format. With support from DMRC , IIIT Delhi has begun publishing transit data on the OTD platform of Delhi (https://otd.delhi.gov.in/). This information will include details about stations, fares, and schedules in a format called General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS). This data sharing will improve the overall experience of using public transportation and help create a more seamless and efficient travel experience within the metro system. This data will be accessible through various means such as mobile apps, websites, and digital displays at transit stops and stations.

Dynamic Advertising Screens: As part of this partnership, Delhi Metro has proposed dynamic advertising screens at the gallery of Dwarka Metro station (an interchange of the Blue and Grey Lines). These screens are designed for digital marketing purposes. Marketing agencies can register themselves on an online platform created for this purpose. This platform provides information about available advertising space and rates for different time periods. Marketing companies can select and purchase time slots for advertisements online, complete payments online, and even upload their advertising content (videos or static images) through this platform.

Notably, this project introduces a unique approach in the Indian metro system. The collaboration between DMRC and IIIT-Delhi, signifies a notable step towards technological innovation within the transit industry. Together, they are focused on enhancing passenger experience, driving technological advancements, and shaping the future of public transportation.

Commencing Trials: RapidX Trains Begin Speed Test Runs, Covering 17km in Only 12 Minutes

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Commencing Trials: RapidX Trains Begin Speed Test Runs, Covering 17km in Only 12 Minutes

GHAZIABAD (Metro Rail News): The RapidX trains are being tested at high speeds of 160 km/h on a 17 km stretch between Sahibabad and Duhai depot. This short distance is covered in just 12 minutes.

To check for any technical issues, the empty trains are running from 6 am to 11 pm, with a 15-minute gap in between. Soon, passengers will be able to use this route.

The RAPIDX semi-high-speed regional railway service is a collaboration between the central government and the state governments of Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. The aim is to create a modern railway system that connects places better and makes travel quicker.

Known as the RRTS project, the Ghaziabad-Meerut Rapid Rail is India’s first high-speed rail corridor. By 2025, this project is planned to be fully operational. When the 82 km Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor is ready, people can travel the whole distance in about an hour, with trains every 5-10 minutes.

The initial part of the project is 17 km long and has five stations: Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Guldhar, Duhai, and Duhai Depot. The trains can go as fast as 180 km/h. The Duhai depot is the main hub for managing the RapidX services. After this, more routes like Delhi-Gurgaon-SNB-Alwar and Delhi-Panipat will be started.

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RAPIDX is going to be expanded with more routes: Delhi-Gurgaon-SNB-Alwar and Delhi-Panipat. The first plan will happen in three parts. Firstly, a 107 km track from Delhi’s Sarai Kale Khan to SNB Urban Complex. Secondly, from SNB to Sotanala, which is 33.3 km. Thirdly, the SNB-Alwar route, which is 58 km. RapidX trains will make it easier for people from Haryana towns like Murthal, Gannaur, Samalkha, and Panipat to travel to Delhi using the Delhi-Panipat line.

RapidX trains can bring down travel time between cities, making commuting faster and more convenient. The focus on tests and checks before starting regular services shows how much they care about safety and reliability.

L&T Declared As the Lowest Bidder for Hyderabad Airport Metro Project

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L&T Declared As the Lowest Bidder for Hyderabad Airport Metro Project

HYDERABAD (Metro Rail News): L&T (Larsen and Toubro) has been declared the lowest bidder for the civil construction and system procurement contract of the 31-km Hyderabad Airport Metro project. The project aims to connect Mindspace Junction to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) at Shamshabad, reducing travel time significantly.

In May 2023, the Hyderabad Airport Metro Limited (HAML) had invited bids for the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract. After much interest from national and global firms, only L&T and NCC submitted their bids. L&T’s bid stood out, securing them the contract.

The project, funded by the state government, involves designing and constructing various aspects, including viaducts, underground structures, stations, tracks, electrical and mechanical works, rolling stock, power supply, and more.

The 31-km metro corridor will include an elevated section of 29.3 km and an underground part of 1.7 km. With nine stations planned, including an underground one by the airport terminal, provisions for four additional stations are also considered.

The financial bids were assessed jointly by SYSTRA – RITES – DB Engineering JV, the General Consultant, and HAML’s officials. The recommendation for the contract award will be made to the Telangana state government for L&T’s bid. A groundbreaking ceremony is slated for September 11.

GMR Airport Instructed to Provide 48 Acres of Land for Metro Rail Depot Construction

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GMR Airport Instructed to Provide 48 Acres of Land for Metro Rail Depot Construction

HYDERABAD (Metro Rail News): The Hyderabad Airport Metro Rail project is moving ahead with significant developments. GMR Airport has been instructed to provide 48 acres of land for the depot’s construction. This depot is crucial for the proposed 31-km ₹6,250 crore Hyderabad Airport metro rail project.

To ensure the smooth alignment of the fast metro route from Mindspace Junction to Shamshabad, various government departments and organizations that own land obstructing the path have also been asked to hand over the identified land. This directive was issued by K.T. Rama Rao, the Minister for IT, Municipal Administration, and Urban Development.

Furthermore, there are plans to expedite the acquisition of land for the remaining 5.5 km stretch of the Old City Metro, connecting MGBS, Imlibun, and Falaknuma. This extension is estimated to cost ₹1,800 crore, and the construction work is eagerly anticipated.
During a meeting at the Metro Rail Bhavan, key officials discussed strategies for executing these projects. HAML Managing Director N.V.S. Reddy presented the proposed plan of action for construction on these routes and the challenges they face.

Rama Rao emphasized the importance of initiating surveys for the newly approved metro corridors. He urged the MD to prepare Preliminary Project Reports and Detailed Project Reports for these corridors in the next few months. These reports will be submitted to the Central government for funding consideration. Various funding options will also being explored.

To enhance the existing metro rail network spanning 69 km, the Minister proposed increasing the number of coaches, enhancing feeder services, and improving footpaths. These measures aim to double the current daily metro ridership of five lakh, contributing to reduced traffic congestion in the city.

The progress of the Hyderabad Airport Metro Rail project brings hope for improved connectivity and urban mobility in the region.

RailTel Secures Work Order from Pimpri Chinchwad Smart City Limited

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RailTel Secures Work Order from Pimpri Chinchwad Smart City Limited

NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): RailTel Corporation of India Ltd, a Mini Ratna PSU under the Ministry of Railways, has received a Work Order from Pimpri Chinchwad Smart City Limited (PCSCL) for providing end-to-end services for monetisation of PCSCL City Network Infrastructure on “Revenue Sharing Model” for 10 years. It is the first of its first-of-its-kind order bagged by RailTel to monetise the Telecom infrastructure of a Smart City.  The Pimpri Chinchwad city is in Pune area & is the eighteenth most populous city in India and the fifth-largest in the state of Maharashtra. During monetisation, RailTel shall generate revenue through leasing arrangements. The projected Estimated Annual Revenue is ₹ 70 Crores with total revenue of ₹700 Crores for 10 years.

 RailTel shall pay 32.4 Cr of fixed revenue to PCSCL annually. Additionally, RailTel shall pay a minimum of 21 % as additional revenue to PCSCL over the total additional revenue generated for 10 years.

The project also entails setting up of a Network Operation Centre (NOC), operations and maintenance of the existing digital infrastructure connecting citizens, government, business, communities and future extension of PCSCL network Infrastructure along with operations & maintenance activities for a period of 10 years. Also, the project involves making the PCSCL self-sustainable organisation and to evolve its credit worthiness for raising additional resources from the market Under this Smart city network project, OFC and Telecom duct network infrastructure of PCSCL covering all the critical and major areas like PCMC offices, police stations, critical junctions, footfall area etc, under the PCMC municipal limits shall be monetised by RailTel by leasing the spare ducts and poles.

 RailTel shall also provide PCSCL-required cores of fibre cable for providing connectivity to smart city elements across the PCMC to create a digitally connected ecosystem for its citizens and to render connected, efficient, and responsive city services (PCMC, PCSCL & Police). This order has been acquired through the rigorous and open competitive bidding process based on the highest Cost Method (H1).

Commenting on the development, Sh. Sanjai Kumar, Chairman and Managing Director, RailTel said, “RailTel is one of the largest neutral telecom infrastructure providers in the country. We are thrilled to collaborate with PCSCL in this transformative journey. RailTel is committed to create a digitally connected city that embraces innovation, inclusivity and economic growth. RAILTEL is eager to embark on this transformative venture and looks forward to working closely with PCSCL to achieve its vision of a digitally advanced and prosperous city.”

MMRDA Plans Construction of Two Metro Depots in Thane District

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MMRDA Plans Construction of Two Metro Depots in Thane District

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is working on building two metro depots in the Thane district. This move is a significant step in expanding the metro network. The MMRDA has acquired important land for these depots, which will be crucial for the operation, maintenance, and repair of metro trains.

For the upcoming Metro Line 12 that will connect Kalyan and Taloja, the government has allocated 47 hectares of land in Niljepada, Thane district, to MMRDA. This is an important development for this metro route.

Additionally, 59.65 hectares of land in Dongri Village (Bhayander West) have been acquired for the development of Metro Route 9 and 7A. This expansion will improve metro connectivity within Thane district, offering better transportation options for residents.
Currently, work is in progress on the construction of seven metro lines, including 2B, 4, 4A, 5, 6, 7A, and 9.

MMRDA is also actively planning to connect Metro Route 12 (Kalyan-Taloja) with Metro Route 5 (Thane-Bhiwandi-Kalyan), which will allow smoother travel between Thane and Navi Mumbai. It is studying the integration of Navi Mumbai Metro station with Metro Route 12 to improve connectivity in the region.

Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, IAS, Metropolitan Commissioner of MMRDA, expressed gratitude to CM Eknath Shinde and DCM Devendra Fadnavis for their cooperation in providing land for the metro projects. He mentioned that all metro projects are progressing rapidly, and with the newly acquired lands, the work will be completed soon. The state government’s assistance is aiding in transferring proposed metro depots. They are also looking into extending Metro route 12 and integrating it with Navi Mumbai Metro station.

Hindalco and Texmaco Collaborate to Manufacture Aluminum Rail Wagons and Coaches

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Hindalco and Texmaco Collaborate to Manufacture Aluminum Rail Wagons and Coaches

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): Aditya Birla Group’s Hindalco Industries and Texmaco Rail & Engineering are teaming up to produce aluminium rail wagons and coaches for Indian Railways. This partnership aims to contribute to a project initiated by Indian Railways called ‘Mission 3000 MT’, which focuses on fulfilling a demand of 3000 metric tonnes of freight by 2027.

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The investment for this joint venture is estimated to be around Rs 200 crore. Hindalco will offer its profiles, sheets, and plates of its aluminium alloys, as well as its expertise in fabrication and welding. On the other hand, Texmaco will contribute technical expertise, overseeing factory establishment, designing, organizing the production line, and supplying skilled workforce, as stated by the companies.

Satish Pai, the Managing Director of Hindalco Industries, highlighted that the introduction of India’s first aluminium rake showcased the advantages of increased payload capacity and significant CO2 reduction. This partnership will reinforce their commitment to improving the freight industry and passenger mobility, aligning with Railways’ net-zero objectives.

The collaborative plan involves establishing a local facility capable of producing top-notch aluminium wagons, coaches, and sizeable containers.

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