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Chief Secretary Durgashankar Mishra To Inaugurate The GoSmart NCMC Card Of Kanpur Metro Today

04/04/2023

KANPUR (Metro Rail News): Traveling in Kanpur Metro is about to get smarter. Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation has brought NCMC-compliant cards on the lines of One Nation One Card in Kanpur for the convenience of commuters. The Chief Secretary of the Uttar Pradesh Government, Mr. Durgashankar Mishra will inaugurate the cards on Tuesday. The program will be organized at IIT Metro station in the presence of the Managing Director of Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation, Mr. Sushil Kumar.

Features of NCMC Card :

• Debit or credit card can also be used as a smart card for the NCMC-compliant Kanpur Metro commuters who will not need to buy tickets separately.

• 10 percent discount will be available on every Metro ride. Another great feature of this card is that it is an inter-operable transport card. i.e. This card can also be used for other metros, buses, parking, and retail services in the country that accepts NCMC.

• No need to stand in line for commuters to travel. They could use their debit/credit card as a smart card.

• Facility to buy QR ticket for Metro travel with NCMC card

• 23 banks are already providing NCMC cards to their customers. Most of the banks are providing this facility in Kanpur Metro.

This scheme of GoSmart NCMC Card in Kanpur Metro gets implemented with SBI in PPP mode. This scheme is part of the ‘Make in India’ campaign. Kanpur Metro is already providing Metro tickets through full digital payment modes with debit cards, credit cards, and UPI from its Ticket counters and Ticket Vending Machines. Kanpur Metro also has a facility to use smartphones as Metro tickets by generating QR code tickets in the Kanpur Metro app.

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Hyderabad Metro Rail to Open the 4th Arm of Raidurg Metro Station Today!

Staff Reporter

04/04/2023

HYDERABAD (Metro Rail News): L&T Metro Rail (Hyderabad) Limited (L&TMRHL) has announced the opening of the Arm – B, the fourth arm of the Raidurg Metro Station, from 4 April 2023. With the opening of this arm, the distribution of commuter movement would be further streamlined, particularly during peak hours. Raidurg Metro Station is among the busiest metro stations of Hyderabad Metro Rail and currently handles over 60k commuters on a daily basis, catering majorly to the IT crowd. This new arm is equipped with a staircase and escalator for the movement of commuters.

Commenting on this development, Mr. NVS Reddy, Managing Director, HMRL, said, “We are happy to dedicate the fourth arm of the Raidurg Metro Station to the public. With this now the commuters would have an additional option to access the station conveniently and gain enhanced experience with Hyderabad Metro Rail.”

Mr. KVB Reddy, Managing Director & CEO, L&TMRHL, said, “We are committed to the convenience and safety of metro commuters. I am confident that the new fourth arm of Raidurg Metro Station would help us in not only efficient handling of commuter movement but also enhance our operational efficiency and resource optimisation.”

Hyderabad Metro Rail continues to prioritise the needs of metro commuters and remains dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation solutions.

About L&T Metro Rail (Hyderabad) Limited:

L&T Metro Rail (Hyderabad) Limited is a subsidiary of Larsen & Toubro – L&T Metro Rail (Hyderabad) Limited (“The Company”) to implement the Project on a Design, Built, Finance, Operate and Transfer (DBFOT) basis. The Company signed the Concession Agreement with the then Government of Andhra Pradesh on 4th September 2010 and completed the financial closure for the Project on 1st March 2011 in a record period of six months. This is the largest fund tie-up in India for a non-power infrastructure Public Private Partnership (PPP) project.

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Tunnel Boring Machine S1074B Successfully Completes the Factory Acceptance Test

Staff Reporter

03/04/2023

CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): On 31 march 2023, the factory acceptance test (FAT) of the tunnel boring machine (TBM S1074B) manufactured by a German company, M/s Herrenknecht, was successfully conducted for the underground construction of line 4 of CMRL’s phase 2 project in the presence of the General Manager of CMRL (Construction) Mr. R Ranganathan and various officers from General Consultants, M/s AEON Consortium at HK factory in, Ponneri Thaluk, Alinjivakkam village in Thiruvallur District of Chennai.

The phase 2 project is 118.9 kilometers and an ambitious phase with 128 stations divided into three corridors: Corridor-3 starts From Madhavaram to Siruseri -SIPCOT is 45.8 km, whereas Corridor-4 is From Light House to Poonamalee Bypass of 26.1 Km and the Corridor-5 begins From Madhavaram to Sholinganallur of 47 Km. The underground section will split into twin tunnels (UG 01 and UG02) at every 4 Km in both upline and downline tunnels.

For completing 16 Km of tunneling, 4 TBM have been implanted, and the name of the machine is Krishna-2 which is a 6.670 M bore diameter and 110 m long EPB (Earth Pressure Balance) Machine with a weight of 700 MT. The machine will be dismantled in parts and carried to Panagal Park Station, T Nagar.

The TBM will be launched from Panagal Park through Nandanam, which will mine at a maximum depth of 29 m in the Downline of corridor-4 below ground level and by September 2024, it will finally reach Boat Club connecting Kodambakkam Flyover.

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Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1 To Be Operational Soon

Staff Reporter

03/04/2023

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The Navi Mumbai Metro (NMM) rail corridor Line 1 is all set to be operational in April 2023 with three coaches initially which can be featured in the smallest trains in the state. It will connect Belapur in North Navi Mumbai to Pendhar in South Navi Mumbai and is assumed to be expanded to six coaches.

The metro between North and South Navi Mumbai covers 11 stations on this line, including Central Park, Panchnand, Pendhar Terminal, Pethapada, Science Park, Sector 7 Belapur, Sector 11 Kharghar, Sector 14 Kharghar, Sector 34 Kharghar, and Utsav Chowk.

The project was started 12 years ago by the former chief minister of Maharashtra, Prithviraj Chavan at Kharghar. The metro line is about 11.1 Kilometers long. Additionally, the metro has two traction sub-stations named Panchanand, Kharghar along with a depot in Taloja for maintenance purposes. The remaining stations of the metro are in the final stage of construction.

The ticket cost will be from Rs. 10 for a distance of 0-3 kilometres, Rs. 20 for 3-12 kilometres and Rs 30 for 12-18 kilometres. Meanwhile, the ticket price for 18-24 kilometres is Rs 40, and for 24-30 kilometres, Rs. 50 has been set.

The City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) hired the Maharashtra Metro Rail Company (Maha Metro) to operate the metro line for a period of ten years. The project is funded from excess internal accruals at a budget of INR 3,063.63 crores, and the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for line 4 is on hold while lines 2 and 3 of the metro have been approved and are prepared for the further procedures.

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CM Announces The Most Awaited Metro Rail Project In Odisha

Staff Reporter

03/04/2023

BHUBANESHWAR (Metro Rail News): On 1 April 2023, the chief minister of Odisha, Naveen Patnaik, announced the metro train project on the occasion of Utkal Diwas (the foundation day of Odisha) in the state capital. The rail project connects the biggest cities of the state, including Cuttack, Bhubaneshwar, Puri and Khurda.

The whole initiative for the transformation of the metro project will be done on the 5T principle ( teamwork, technology, transparency, transformation and time limit) followed by the state government. Naveen Patnaik’s vision of a new Odisha and to provide the best class of metro service has been executed and studied by the various stakeholders, and feasibility reports have been prepared and checked by the Odisha chief secretary P K Jena along with the development commissioner Anu Garg, secretary to the Chief Minister, VK Pandian, Usha Padhee, the principal secretary of commerce& transport, housing and urban development and IT secretaries which are entirely funded by the state government.

As per the information, CM Patnaik mentioned that the initiative is done based on the elevated corridor that will help to ease the state’s traffic. It is further informed that the metro will cover approximately 100 Kilometers. During its first phase, the metro service will cover around 20 km of the area from Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar to Trishulia near Cuttack along with major landmarks including Bhubaneswar railway station, Vani Vihar, Jaydev Vihar, Patia, and Nandankanan. Later, the metro phase will connect puri to Cuttack and Bhubaneshwar for the pilgrims to the temple areas.

For its cost-effectiveness, a Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been requested by the CM Patnaik to Housing and Urban Development, including the land acquisition cost.

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IG Drones Awarded Annual Contract for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project Monitoring

Staff Reporter

03/04/2023

IG Drones awarded contract for periodic monitoring for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project — Shinkansen E5 Bullet Train Representational image

NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): India’s leading drone solutions company, IG Drones, has been awarded an annual contract to provide periodic monitoring for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project. The project is a high-speed railway network that aims to connect Mumbai with Ahmedabad. It will provide faster and more efficient transportation, thus boosting economic growth in the region.

IG Drones will use its proprietary software, IG One, to provide deep technical insights and analytics by periodically monitoring the work progress on the ground using their indigenously developed drones. The drones have sophisticated sensors that can capture high-resolution videos, images and other data from the ground. This data is then processed through IG One, which provides the necessary technical insights and analytics to the government officials and statutory bodies.

Drones are becoming increasingly popular in infrastructure projects due to their efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness. They can monitor the construction progress, evaluate the quality of work, and identify any issues that may arise during the construction process. The use of drones reduces the need for manual labour and saves a significant amount of time and money.

IG Drones’ use of drones will improve the safety and security of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project, as the drones can monitor the site from a safe distance and figure out any potential safety hazards. The project’s real-time progress tracking and the ability to identify any issues in advance can help in completing the project on time.

IG Drones has earlier worked on several high-profile projects, including the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor, the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and the Chennai-Bangalore Expressway. IG Drones is dedicated to delivering efficient and economical solutions to infrastructure projects throughout India with its cutting-edge and advanced drone technology. Their state-of-the-art drone technology will allow them to offer comprehensive technical insights and analytics, which can boost the safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of such projects.

In conclusion, with its cutting-edge drone technology and dedication to innovation, IG Drones is well-positioned to revolutionize the drone industry and make a significant impact on the growth of India’s infrastructure. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project will serve as a prime example of how drone technology can be utilized to monitor and improve the progress of infrastructure projects in the country.

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PM Narendra Modi Flags Off the Most awaited Vande Bharat Express in Bhopal

Staff Reporter

01/04/2023

Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi flagging off New Vande Bharat Express in Telangna /Image from Twitter — Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi flagging off New Vande Bharat Express in Bhopal/Image from Twitter

BHOPAL (Metro Rail News): Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi flagged off one of the most awaited Vande Bharat Express from Rani Kamalapati station in Bhopal on April 1, 2023. This new train will connect Bhopal to New Delhi via Agra Cantt station, covering 709 km of distance in 7 hours and 50 minutes. The Vande Bharat Express is a semi-high speed train, which will operate at a maximum speed of 160 kmph over Palwal-Agra section, 130 kmph between Agra-Lalitpur section, and 120 kmph between Lalitpur-Bina section of the North Central Railway (NCR) zone.

Schedule and Ticket Prices

The train is scheduled to depart at 5:55 am from Rani Kamlapati railway station, with a five-minute halt at Agra Cantt railway station at 11:40 am, and reaching New Delhi at 1:45 pm. According to the IRCTC website, the fare for a journey from Delhi’s Hazrat Nizamuddin to Bhopal in the AC chair car of the Vande Bharat Express will cost Rs 1665/- inclusive of catering charges, which is optional. For the Executive chair car, the ticket price will be Rs 3120/- inclusive of catering charges. The fare for Bhopal-Delhi Vande Bharat Express AC Chair Car will be Rs 1735/- inclusive of catering, and for the Executive Chair Car, the price will be Rs 3185/-.

A government release stated that “the indigenously designed train set of Vande Bharat Express is equipped with state-of-the-art passenger amenities.” The train is set to provide a faster, comfortable, and convenient travel experience to rail users. It is expected to boost tourism and promote economic development in the region.

“With the operation of this Vande Bharat train, more opportunities would be created for the people and it would lead to the development of the region”, stated the PM.

The introduction of Vande Bharat Express is a welcome development as it will enhance connectivity between Bhopal, Agra, and Delhi, which are important tourist and commercial centers. With its high speed, advanced facilities, and comfortable seats, the train is likely to attract a large number of passengers.

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Former UPMRCL Managing Director Kumar Keshav Delivers Guest Lecture on the Role of Modern Metros in Indian Cities

Staff Reporter

01/04/2023

Former UPMRCL Managing Director Shri. Kumar Keshav to delivering lecture at IIT Kanpur

KANPUR (Metro Rail News): On March 31st, the Department of Civil Engineering at IIT Kanpur welcomed former UPMRCL Managing Director Shri. Kumar Keshav to deliver Devendra K. Shukla 1967 Distinguished Lecture titled “Insights into Urban Transport Needs and Role of Modern Metros in Indian Cities”. The presentation explored the relationship between urban transport needs and the role of modern metros in Indian cities.

Former UPMRCL Managing Director Shri. Kumar Keshav

Kumar Keshav, who is currently working as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of DB RRTS, Operations India Private Limited, which is a subsidiary of Deutsche Bahn International Operations GmbH, Berlin, the National Railway Company of Germany. The engagement of DB as an operator had paved the path for the transfer of knowledge, best international practices, and managerial services available around the globe by DB to the Indian metro and rail O&M industries.

DB IO has been commissioned to manage the operation and maintenance of the regional rapid transit system (RRTS) that the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) is implementing. The project will connect the cities of Delhi, Ghaziabad and Meerut. It will cover 82 kilometers, 25 stations and two depots.

The twelve-year contract is worth over a hundred million. DB IO will operate 40 trains on the Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor and will also be responsible for maintaining the rail infrastructure. Once fully operational, the network is expected to carry more than 800,000 passengers a day.

As India’s cities continue to grow rapidly, metro systems are becoming an essential part of the transportation mix. Despite the high capital costs associated with metro rail projects, the government has opted for these projects to meet the transportation needs of the people within the city. During his lecture, Keshav emphasized the importance of designing rail transport systems which includes Metro and RRTS projects, with a futuristic approach that considers peak hour peak direction traffic.

Keshav’s presentation also highlighted the fact that the capital cost of any metro project is only 40 per cent of its total life cycle cost, while 60 per cent of the life cycle cost comes from operations, maintenance, asset management, and other expenses. To ensure the profitability of a metro project, Keshav stressed the importance of planning the entire vision and philosophy of operations and maintenance at the design phase itself to avoid issues of financial sustainability.

Keshav further added that urban mass transit systems should be planned not just as transport models but also as business models to ensure profitability. He emphasized the importance of optimizing operational and technological redundancies adoption to meet the transportation needs of the modern urban environment.

The lecture was attended by faculty members and students of the Department of Civil Engineering at IIT Kanpur. Keshav’s insights and experience in the field of metro rail projects were highly appreciated by the attendees.

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Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS Corridor Making Rapid Progress: Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh and NCRTC MD Conduct Inspection

Staff Reporter

01/04/2023

Shri Durga Shanker Mishra, Chief Secretary, Government of Uttar Pradesh along with Shri Vinay Kumar Singh, Managing Director, NCRTC, visited the 17-km long Priority Section of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut /Image from NCRTC

GHAZIABAD (Metro Rail News): Chief Secretary of the Uttar Pradesh government, Shri Durga Shanker Mishra, along with Managing Director of NCRTC, Shri Vinay Kumar Singh, visited the 17-km Priority Section of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor to assess the progress of implementation. The officials were joined by other senior officers from the government and NCRTC.

vinay kumar visiting rrts — Image from NCRTC

The NCRTC has been preparing to commence operations on the Priority Section earlier than the scheduled date of June 2023. The finishing work on all the stations is in an advanced stage of completion. The project aligns with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s Atmanirbhar Bharat vision, with all RRTS trainsets being manufactured in Savli, Gujarat.

RRTS visit of official — Image from NCRTC

Despite many of the technologies being deployed in the project being used for the first time in India and some in the world, they are being implemented under the Make in India initiative. The Chief Secretary complimented the NCRTC team for their efforts in ensuring quality and timely implementation of the project, even during the severe waves of Covid 19.

The team aims to implement the entire corridor of Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut ahead of the scheduled target of June 2025. During the inspection of the trainset, the Chief Secretary appreciated the inclusion of commuter-centric features, including luggage racks, wheelchair/stretcher space, comfortable seating, and mobile charging. Soon, the Priority Section will be operational, and India’s first Regional Rail will be available to commuters.

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Two days “First Aid Competency Training” conducted for the Patna Metro Project officials

Staff Reporter

01/04/2023

Hands-on First Aid Training” for the Patna Metro Project officials

PATNA(Metro Rail News): Two days “Hands-on First Aid Training” was concluded on Friday for the Patna Metro Project officials. The objective of the training is to empower trained officials to perform First Aid at Office, Site, etc. during emergencies/exigencies. All the officials who cleared the training & assessment sessions will be provided with a Competency certificate with validity.

Speaking at the closing ceremony, Project Director of Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), Ajay Kumar, said that Zero Harm and Safety at Patna Metro Project is our first priority. We work day and night in vulnerable conditions at the metro construction sites. Due to the vulnerability of the construction sites, a trained workforce is required to be deployed at the site who can respond to any emergency and take care of the victim at the site for his safe transition to the nearest medical Centre. Keeping this in mind, this hands-on training was conducted for selected officials from all departments of Patna Metro Construction Project. These trained officials will prove to be an asset for DMRC, who will further share their knowledge and also do a hand holding for other officials and workers deployed to the project sites.

A special briefing on CPR methodology & techniques was given by the Trainer, Dr R K Sharma, where officials from safety, electrical, civil and all other departments were given hands-on training for the CPR. Dr. Sharma explained the importance of CPR to be performed during the first four to six minutes on a cardiac arrest patient or any person injured to prevent him from becoming brain dead. CPR was demonstrated on a full-body mannequin.

It is to be noted, a mock drill is conducted on a regular basis by DMRC at the work sites to assess the preparedness and response of the site staff in case of any emergency or accidents.

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