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DELHI (Metro Rail News): The Union Cabinet has approved huge rail expansion projects worth Rs 24,815 crore to reduce pressure on some of the busiest routes. This Project focuses on adding more tracks to improve train movement and capacity. The approved project will cover around 15 districts across these 2 states. It is expected to add around 601 km to the railway network through additional lines.
In Uttar Pradesh, the Ghaziabad-Sitapur corridor will see the construction of the third and fourth lines. It will cover a distance of approximately 403 km. This corridor is amongst the busiest in the region and often faces heavy congestion. In Andhra Pradesh, a 198 km stretch between Rajahmundry and Visakhapatnam will also be expanded with third and fourth lines, aimed at improving traffic flow on the eastern coast.
Railway Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw also mentioned that there is a need to increase line capacity on these corridors due to rising traffic demand. This project will help reduce congestion and improve efficiency. The projects are expected to support smoother train operations, reduce delays, and strengthen connectivity across both states once completed.
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INDORE (Metro Rail News): Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MPMRCL) has invited bids for the design, manufacture, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of heavy-duty lifts along with heavy-duty escalators for the Indore Metro Rail Project, at an approximate contract value of ₹101.87 crore.
Tender Details
Parameter
Details
Tender Number
843/MPMRCL/2026/Package IN-12
Bid Type
National Competitive Bidding (NCB)
Approximate Contract Value
₹101.87 crore (inclusive of GST)
EMD / Tender Security
₹1.02 crore
Pre-Bid Meeting
11:00 AM, 5 May 2026
Bid Submission Window
29 May 2026 (11:00 hrs) to 8 June 2026 (16:00 hrs)
Technical Bid Opening
16:30 hrs, 9 June 2026
Completion Period
1,498 days (214 weeks), excluding DLP and CAMC
Stations Covered
2 Elevated Stations + 9 Underground Stations
Scope of Work
Design, Manufacture, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of HeavyDuty Machine Room-Less & Gear-Less Lifts and Heavy-Duty Escalators along with two years of DLP (Defects Liability Period) followed by three years of CAMC (Comprehensive Annual Maintenance Contract) for Indore Metro Rail Project.
About Indore Metro
The Indore Metro project includes the 33.53 km Yellow Line connecting Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport to the city’s main terminal. The commercial operations began on a 6 km priority corridor of the Yellow Line on May 31, 2025.
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DELHI (Metro Rail News): Monarch Surveyors and Engineering Consultants’ shares moved upward on Wednesday after the company announced a significant order win from Northern Railways. The stock jumped 12.63% to Rs 244.40, soon after the huge investment of Rs 130 crore contract announcement.
The company has been assigned the project for survey and land acquisition-related work for railway infrastructure development. As part of the contract, Monarch Surveyors will undertake the Final Location Survey (FLS), which includes geopolitical studies, design planning, and preparation of technical drawings. These activities are critical in determining the possible risk and alignment of the proposed railway projects.
Beyond survey work, the company will also contribute to preparing Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) through Preliminary works, assist in land acquisition processes and create EPC tender documentation.
Broad scope of work
The project will involve multiple railway development activities, such as –
Survey of new railway lines and routes
Planning support for doubling and multi- tracking of existing lines
Technical assistance for flyovers and other railway infrastructure
The company will also work closely with the Authority for Land Acquisition (CALA) to facilitate land-related approvals and processes, which are often a big challenge in infrastructure projects.
Timeline details
According to the company, the project is expected to be completed within 36 months from the date of receiving the letter of acceptance. The project is within India, and all work will be carried out locally.
Even though the contract is awarded, the work can move forward only after getting all the required permission and clearance from government authorities.
Financial Performance and Outlook
In FY25, Monarch Surveyors reported a 16.1% rise in net profit to Rs 34.83 crore, while revenue increased 10.5% to Rs 154.14 crore. This new contract is expected to strengthen the company’s order book and improve its visibility in the railway sector.
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NAGPUR (Metro Rail News): Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation has invited bids to install and commission the Automatic Fare Collection systems across the Nagpur Metro Phase 2 project. The estimated cost of work is Rs 154.30 crore. The tender signals Nagpur Metro Phase 2’s readiness as it inches closer to completion.
Tender Information:
Tender Id
2026_MMRCL_1294629_1
Tender No
N2-079/AFC-04/2026
Cost of Work
Rs 154.30 crores
Work completion period
180 Weeks
Pre -Bid Meeting
24 April 2026
Tender Submission Deadline
25 May 2026
Scope of work: Design, Supply, Installation, Testing, and Commissioning of Open Loop Emv Ncmc Card And Qr Code Based Automatic Fare Collection (Afc) System along with CAMC for Nagpur Metro Rail Project Phase-II.
About Nagpur Metro Phase 2
Nagpur Metro Phase 2 will cover a total length of 43.8km via 4 extensions of the existing two corridors of Phase 1. After the revision, the project cost stands at ₹6,708 crore (US$790 million).
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DELHI (Metro Rail News): National Capital Region Transport Corporation has awarded a contract for the installation of a travelator on the foot-over bridge connecting Ghaziabad Namo Bharat Station and Shaheed Sthal (New Bus Adda) Metro Station on the Red Line of Delhi Metro. The objective is to improve passenger movement at one of the busiest interchanges on the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor.
The Letter of Acceptance (LoA) has been issued to Omega Elevators for a contract valued at ₹12.1 crore. The work involves providing travelators to facilitate a direct and more convenient connection between the RRTS station and the Delhi Metro station.
Scope of Work: Design, manufacturing, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of travelators (moving walkways) on the foot-over bridge connecting Ghaziabad Namo Bharat Station with Shaheed Sthal (New Bus Adda) Metro Station under the Delhi–Ghaziabad–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor.
The installation of the travelator is expected to reduce walking time and ease congestion on the foot-over bridge, particularly during peak hours, thereby improving the overall interchange experience for commuters.
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In a major development for long-distance rail travel, Indian Railways has approved the Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Train. The update shared by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in a letter to Bengaluru Central MP P.C Mohan confirming that the Proposal has moved forward.
Interestingly, discussions around this route are not new. Reports as early as January 6 had indicated that the railways was actively considering the introduction of a modern sleeper train service between Bengaluru and Mumbai, keeping in mind the growing demand from passengers.
Demand for Faster and Convenient Travel
Welcoming the approval, MP P.C Mohan said that the people have long been demanding a faster and more convenient train service on this busy route. After the announcement, many commuters have already started enquiring about the train’s stoppages and whether it will run through key regions like Kalaburagi and Hubballi.
The Bengaluru-Mumbai corridor is one of the busiest in the country, used by business travellers, students and Daily commuters. At present, passengers often face long travel times or have to choose between limited premium train options.
Route Likely to Follow Udyan Express Path
The new Vande Bharat Sleeper train is expected to run via Pune, Solapur, Kalaburagi, Raichur and Guntakal – similar to the route taken by Udyan Express. Introduced in 1983, the Udyan Express has been a key rail link between the two cities for decades.
However, Officials have clarified that the new Vande Bharat service will not replace the Udyan Express. Instead, it will act as an additional, faster option for passengers seeking improved comfort and reduced travel times.
Travel Time Details
Trade activist Sajjan Mehta appreciated the move, saying that in the absence of a superfast train, many travellers currently depend on buses or costly air travel. Bus journeys between Bengaluru and Mumbai typically take 14 to 15 hours, often with less comfort. Mehta suggested that the new train service should aim to keep travel time within 16 to 17 hours to provide real benefit to passengers.
Details on Fare and Schedule Awaited
Key details, such as ticket pricing, stoppages, and the full timetable, are still awaited. These Factors will play an important role in determining how widely the service is used once it becomes operational.
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DELHI (Metro Rail News): The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Limited (DMRC) has invited online bids for the construction of civil infrastructure at Sanoth Depot, a key facility on the upcoming Rithala-Kundli corridor under Delhi Metro Phase IV. The tender covers a wide scope of civil works and is backed by Japanese ODA funding under JICA Loan No. ID-P329.
Tender Information
Tender No
D2C-8
Corridor
Rithala-Kundli
Pre-Bid Meeting
22 April 2026
Bid Submission Deadline
13 May 2026
Completion Period
30 Months
Scope of Work
Contract D2C-08 encompasses an extensive range of construction activities, including civil works, earth filling, and construction of depot buildings, workshop, inspection shed, plumbing, drainage, external development, architectural finishes, road works , design and construction of PEB works in Sanoth Depot of Rithala-Kundli Corridor of Delhi Metro Phase – IV.
The Sanoth Depot will serve as the maintenance and operational hub for metro rolling stock on the Rithala-Kundli corridor, connecting Delhi to Kundli in Sonipat district, Haryana.
JICA-Funded Project: Japan’s Continued Support for Delhi Metro
The project is being financed by JICA through Loan No. ID-P329. Procurement follows JICA’s “Single-Stage Two Envelope” bidding procedure and is open to contractors from all JICA-eligible source countries.
Strategic Significance
The Rithala-Kundli corridor will ease commutes for residents of Rohini, Bawana, Narela, and Kundli areas, currently lacking robust public transit. The Sanoth Depot will be the operational nerve centre for the corridor’s fleet.
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PUNE (Metro Rail News): The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro) has formally submitted a revised Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the vital Bhakti Shakti-Chakan metro corridor to the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC). The submission, made on February 26, 2026, signals a turning point in the region’s long-term urban mobility planning.
The revised plan supersedes an earlier DPR that had estimated the project at ₹10,383.89 crore across a 42.262-km alignment with 31 stations. The updated blueprint adds nearly 5 km to the corridor’s footprint, introduces three additional stations, and fundamentally reimagines key segments of the route to deliver superior area coverage, improved industrial access, and a future-ready infrastructure framework.
EXPANDED SCOPE AND ROUTE MODIFICATIONS
The fully elevated corridor will now stretch 47.215 kilometres, threading together the residential heartlands of Wakad, Pimple Saudagar, and Ravet with the densely populated industrial zones of Bhosari, Moshi, and the Chakan MIDC belt. The alignment has been deliberately reconfigured to incorporate previously excluded high-density localities, most notably Bhosari MIDC, Landewadi, and Bhosari Gaon areas that were consistently identified by commuters and elected representatives as underserved by the original plan.
AT A GLANCE
Revised Project Cost
₹12,937.23 Crore
Total Corridor Length
47.215 km
Number of Stations
34 (Elevated)
NHAI Integrated Stretch
17 km (Bhosari–Chakan)
DPR Submitted to PCMC
February 26, 2026
Projected Ridership (2062)
7.80 Lakh/Day
The DPR also incorporates provisions for future corridor extensions beyond the terminal stations, enabling eventual connectivity to Talawade MIDC and Kharabwadi from the Bhakti Shakti end, and an onward link towards Shewalewadi via Bhujbal Chowk, effectively future-proofing the network’s growth trajectory.
PROJECTED DAILY RIDERSHIP
Year
Projected Daily Ridership
2032
3.22 Lakh passengers/day
2042
5.09 Lakh passengers/day
2052
6.69 Lakh passengers/day
2062
7.80 Lakh passengers/day
FUNDING STRUCTURE
The ₹12,937.23 crore investment will be mobilised through a multi-tiered funding architecture that distributes financial responsibility across Central, State, and external stakeholders.
Funding Source
Share (%)
Amount (₹ Cr)
External bilateral / multilateral loans
60%
₹6,695.81 Cr
Government of India (equity)
15.43%
₹1,721.71 Cr
Government of Maharashtra (equity)
15.43%
₹1,721.71 Cr
Other contributions (PCMC / local)
~9%
₹798 Cr
STRATEGIC AND ECONOMIC SIGNIFICANCE
When operational, the Bhakti Shakti–Chakan corridor is expected to serve as the primary mass transit line for one of India’s most industrially active urban agglomerations. The Pimpri-Chinchwad-Chakan industrial belt, home to major automotive, engineering, and pharmaceutical enterprises, generates enormous daily commuter traffic that currently strains the region’s road network beyond capacity.
By offering a fast, high-frequency alternative to road travel, the metro line is projected to substantially decongest key arterial routes, reduce vehicular emissions, and cut average commute times across the corridor.
The revised DPR now awaits formal deliberation and approval by PCMC, after which it will progress through Central and State government sanction processes before construction can be tendered.
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DELHI(Metro Rail News): The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has undertaken a comprehensive mid-life refurbishment (retrofit) initiative for its Blue Line trains to enhance passenger safety, comfort, and overall travel experience. Under this initiative, the oldest Rolling Stock (RS-1) trains are being upgraded with modern technology and improved facilities to ensure they remain reliable and meet current standards.
As part of its mid-life refurbishment programme, DMRC is refurbishing 70 trains of the Red and Blue lines in a phased manner. In the first phase, 12 trains have already been upgraded. In the second phase, 18 trains have been refurbished, and work on another 9 trains will begin soon, followed by work on the remaining 9 trains. In the third phase, 22 Blue Line trains will be refurbished by November 2027. These trains, inducted between 2002 and 2007, have completed nearly 19 to 24 years of service and are being upgraded with modern systems and features to align with the latest rolling Stock standards.
Dr. Vikas Kumar, Managing Director of DMRC, inspected the first refurbished train of the third phase before it was inducted into passenger service. With this, a total of 31 trains have been refurbished so far, showing DMRC’s continued focus on modernisation.
The refurbishment work includes major improvements to both the train interiors and systems. The interior areas, including passenger sections and driver cabins, have been repainted to restore aesthetics and fix wear and tear from many years of use. Electrical panels have also been upgraded to enhance performance and reliability.
State-of-the-art IP-based Passenger Announcement and Passenger Information Systems (PA-PIS), CCTV systems, and LCD-based Dynamic Route Map (DRM), along with display screens, have been installed. These systems provide real-time information about routes, current time, and expected arrival at stations. They also enable communication between passengers and train operators during emergencies.
Passenger safety is a key focus of this programme. A new Fire Detection System, equipped with smoke and heat detectors, has been installed in all coaches. Old relays and Miniature Circuit Breakers (MCBs) have also been replaced with advanced units to improve safety and ensure smooth operations.
To meet passenger needs, mobile and laptop charging points have been introduced in all coaches. New jumper cables and connectors have also been installed to support upgraded systems like PA-PIS and Fire Detection Systems as well as to accommodate future upgrades.
With this initiative, DMRC is upgrading its older trains to match the standards of its newer trains and is committed to providing safe, reliable, and passenger-friendly metro services.
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DELHI (Metro Rail News): The journey from Delhi to Rishikesh, currently a taking 5-6 hours highway ordeal, could soon take just three hours, as the central government actively explores extending the Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System well beyond its current northern terminus. The project picked up pace following high-level talks between Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar.
The proposed route would extend from the current terminal at Modipuram in Meerut along the NH-58 alignment, with key stations under consideration at Daurala, Sakauti, Khatauli, and Purkazi near the UP-Uttarakhand border, before reaching Roorkee and terminating at Jwalapur in Haridwar and Rishikesh.
As reported by the Tribune, the state has already sought approximately ₹750 crore for essential infrastructure upgrades, including automatic power systems and underground cabling to support high-speed transit through the eco-sensitive Kumbh region. If approved, the project would require massive capital similar to the Delhi-Meerut RRTS line, which was completed at a cost of Rs 30,000.
The expected economic boost
Industry experts anticipate a surge of up to 200% in demand for holiday homes, rental villas, and homestays in the foothills as the NCR becomes more integrated with Uttarakhand.
Currently in the planning and proposal phase, the project is designed to bridge the gap between rapid urban transit and long-distance tourism, a pairing that, if executed, would make the Namo Bharat network one of the most strategically important rail infrastructure investments in North India this decade.
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