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N.V.S. Reddy Examines Options for Best Station Placement for Airport Metro

29/01/2023

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HYDERABAD (Metro Rail News): N.V.S. Reddy, the Managing Director of Hyderabad Airport Metro Ltd (HAML), inspected a 10 km stretch in order to adjust the alignment for the proposed Airport Metro on 29th January. Additionally, he looked into various options for the best station placement along the route between Narsingi underpass (My Home Avatar junction) and Rajendranagar hillock.

Reddy instructed the officials to draw up the Airport Metro alignment in such a way that the acquisition of private properties is either eliminated or reduced as much as possible, after walking the full 10 km with the senior engineers and going over every facet of the alignment.

He added that they should take advantage of the road underpasses of the Outer Ring Road (ORR) by locating the Airport Metro stations closer to them in order to make it more convenient for people from the various colonies and roads that are expanding.

Reddy instructed the engineers to plot the Metro viaduct without any curves or gradients at certain points in order to construct a couple of more stations to serve the burgeoning commercial and residential buildings in the area.

He also emphasized that the Airport Metro be a success from the opening day by incorporating skywalks and other pedestrian facilities into the station planning.

On December 9, 2022, the foundation stone for the Airport Metro was placed, initiating the 31-kilometer long endeavor connecting Hitec City, the information technology hub, to the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Shamshabad. The state government is responsible for the expenditure of Rs 6,250 crore for the construction of this project.

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Alstom releases financial results of Orders and sales for the first nine months of 2022/23

Staff Reporter

29/01/2023

NEW DELHI (Metro Rail news): Over the third quarter of 2022/23 (from 1 October to 31 December 2022), Alstom booked €5.2 billion of orders. The Group’s sales reached €4.2 billion in the quarter.

For the first nine months of 2022/23 (from 1 April to 31 December 2022), Alstom’s order intake reached €15.2 billion. The Group sales increased by 8% over 9 months reaching €12.3 billion, in line with the Group’s targeted trajectory.

During the third quarter of 2022/23 (from 1 October to 31 December 2022), Alstom recorded €5,152 million in orders, demonstrating a sustained commercial momentum and supporting our trajectory. Over three months, orders for Services, Signalling and Systems reached 58% of the total order intake.
Over the third quarter of 2022/23 (from 1 October to 31 December 2022), Alstom booked €5.2 billion of orders. The Group’s sales reached €4.2 billion in the quarter.
On a regional level, Europe accounted for the majority of the orders, i.e. 55% of the Group total. Alstom was awarded a contract worth nearly €370 million to supply 49 additional Coradia Stream high-capacity trains to Renfe in Spain. These trains supplement the 152 trains already ordered in March 2021. The two orders are totalling a value of €1.8 billion for 201 trains.
Alstom also signed a further order with Irish Rail (IE) for 18 more five-car X’trapolis trains and an extension to the 15-year Technical Support and Spares Supply agreement under the ten-year framework agreement announced in December 2021. This further order, valued at around €160 million, will see 18 battery-electric multiple units (BEMUs) added to the initial firm order of 19 five-car X’trapolis trains signed in 2021.
In the UK, following the successful full completion of the Elizabeth line in London during Q3 and the final acceptance of the last trains, Alstom have re-aligned the order intake in line with the long-term partnership and contract signed in 2014 with Transport for London for a 32-year contractual concession period up to 2046. The value of the Services order recognized in this quarter was €1.1bn.
In Africa/Middle East/Central Asia, the Group received an additional order from Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ) for the supply of next generation locomotives and related maintenance support. This is the 6th batch of options released from the initial contract signed in 2010.
In the Asia/Pacific region, Alstom has been awarded a contract worth €312 million to design, manufacture, supply, test, commission 312 standard gauge metro cars for Delhi Metro Phase IV expansion, by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC).
Sales were €4,223 million in Q3 2022/23 versus €3,916 million in Q3 2021/22 (+8%). Over 9 months, sales stand at €12,271, up 8% from last year.
Sales in Rolling Stock in the quarter stood at €2,307 million, up 6% versus Q2 2022/23, reflecting projects ramping-up following stabilization efforts. After 9 months, Rolling Stock sales reached €6,667 million, up 3% versus last year.
Signalling sales stood at €1,767 million for the 9 months, up 8% versus last year, in line with the announced trajectory.
In Systems, Alstom reported €1,062 million sales for the 9 months, up 29% vs. last year, on the back of the ramp-up in Egypt and Canada notably, and despite the end of some projects during this quarter notably in Saudi Arabia.
Services delivered a sustained performance in Q3 2022/23 and reported €2,775 million of sales over 9 months, up 15% versus last year.

Key projects deliveries:

In October 2022, Alstom successfully supplied, tested and commissioned the signalling, centralised control and driving modes for Cairo Metro Line 3 – Phase 3A with a total of 4 stations from Attaba to Kit Kat. Cairo Metro Line 3 traffic improvements on phase 3A enables over 30,000 commuters to travel per hour, per direction.
Also in October, Alstom delivered complete infrastructure works for all the six stations of the Haidari-Piraeus extension of Line 3 of the Athens metro network, as members of Avax – Ghella – Alstom consortium. The new extended line with three new stations will serve 130,000 passengers daily. Additionally, Travel time between the Port of Piraeus and Venizelos International Airport was reduced from 70 to 55 minutes.
In November 2022, Alstom demonstrated the highest grade of automation on a shunting locomotive near Breda, the Netherlands, in partnership with Dutch infrastructure manager ProRail and Belgian rail freight operator Lineas. This grade of automation, known as GoA4, means fully automated starting, driving, stopping, and the handling of unanticipated obstacles or events without the direct involvement of any on-train staff during shunting activities.
In December 2022, Alstom successfully delivered a full turnkey solution for the extension to the PHX Sky Train automated people mover (APM) system at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, providing airport connections to the light rail train system and the rental car centre. Expanded airport transit provides increased passenger comfort, experience, and connectivity, while reducing passenger wait time and curbside airport congestion.
After the final acceptance of the last trains during the first half of 2022/23, Alstom achieved the full completion of the Elizabeth Line in London during the third quarter 2022/23.

Orders received:

A new order is recognised as an order received only when the contract creates enforceable obligations between the Group and its customer. When this condition is met, the order is recognised at the contract value.
If the contract is denominated in a currency other than the functional currency of the reporting unit, the Group requires the immediate elimination of currency exposure using forward currency sales. Orders are then measured using the spot rate at inception of hedging instruments.

Mr. Henri Poupart-Lafarge, Alstom Chairman and Chief Executive Officer said, “Alstom’s third quarter was positive. We saw continued commercial momentum, marked by the exercise of new options on several frame agreements, notably in Spain, Ireland and in Kazakhstan. This was coupled by a strong performance in Services, most notably in the UK. The market environment remains positive with customers confirming their investment plans in all regions. Our focus on execution is paying off with sales increasing, in line with our announced trajectory. Confident in the resilience of our business model, we confirm our short and mid-term targets.”

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Delhi-Meerut Rapid Rail’s First Phase to Operate 13 Trains from Sahibabad to Duhai

Staff Reporter

28/01/2023

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NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): 13 rapid trains will be operational on the 17-kilometre-long route between Sahibabad and Duhai in the first phase of Delhi-Meerut Rapid Rail. Arrangements have been made to erect these rapid rails at the depot yard of Duhai. Along with this, the operation command and control centre of the entire rapid rail corridor will be operated in this depot, which will be ready in February.

The construction work of the first section of the Delhi-Meerut Rapid Rail is in the final stages. 17 km track from Sahibabad to Duhai, four stations have been completed. Final touches are being given to them. Rapid Rail is set to start operating on the first section in March 2023. While there is a plan to run the train on the entire corridor from 82 km long Delhi Saraikale Khan to Meerut by 2025. 13 rapid trains will run on the 17 km long track from Sahibabad to Duhai. At the same time, 30 rapids will be run in the entire corridor.

There is a provision to erect 13 rapid rails in the yard of Duhai Depot. For this reason, only 13 trains will be run in the first section. While arrangements have been made to erect 17 rapids in the under-construction yard at Modipuram in Meerut, the construction is going on quickly. At the same time, the operation command and control centre of the 82 km long rapid rail corridor is being prepared in the Duhai depot yard, which will be ready in February next month.

Then this operation control centre will control the 30 rapid rail of six coaches running from the first section to the entire corridor. The main administrative office of NCRTC is also located in Duhai. Train operators are also being trained to run trains in real-time and situations. A unique simulator room (virtual room) with modern equipment has been set up for training at Duhai Depot. After the virtual room, operators are trained to run six coach trains in technical testing trials.

NCRTC’s Chief Public Relations Officer Puneet Vats says that the work of the first section is going on as per the schedule. Rapid Rail runs daily on a 17-kilometre track between Sahibabad to Duhai. Currently, technical testing trials are going on in the first section with a minimum speed of 100 km and a maximum speed of 165 km per hour. Running it at all speeds, it is seen that there is no technical problem with it.

The maximum speed of Rapid Rail is 180 kmph, and the average speed is 100 kmph. Although in the first section, it will be operated at an average speed / all the stations between Sahibabad to Duhai are being finalized. It includes Sahibabad station, Ghaziabad station, Guldhar station, Duhai station and Duhai depot station.

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Overhead U-Girder to Inaugurates at Bellandur Metro Station in Bengaluru

Staff Reporter

28/01/2023

BANGALORE (Metro Rail News): Bengaluru Metro will make history as the first full overhead U-girder will be inaugurated close to the Bellandur Metro station on the Outer Ring Road Line. This girder, measuring 28 metres in length, is constructed in a yard in Gunjur.

A Metro official has stated that, rather than using cranes as in all past Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) projects, a launcher will be implemented to lift the girder above the work site and launch it along the Silk Board-KR Puram Line. This lift will take place every 3 or 4 km, and the girder is a crucial aspect of civil infrastructure since it supports the viaduct upon which the rails will be placed.

The official stated that the contractor AFCONS had prepared the U-girder, which weighed 160 tonnes, with Metro supervision. Working this way was much faster, as it only took them one day instead of the seven days the traditional approach of casting segments and then connecting them to form a girder required. Two U-girders were put in every span, and 13 spans have been completed so far, with the segments being joined together to make one unit at the site. The line will have 330 spans in total, the official added.

To ensure the completion of work between K R Puram and Baiyapanahalli Metro station on the Reach-1 Extension line, which is anticipated to be partially launched in March, the Senior Divisional Operations Manager of Bengaluru Railway Division has granted permission to BMRCL to execute tasks concerning the launch of its open web girder between the Carmelaram and Baiyappanahalli Metro stations. This line and power block will span a week, commencing on January 29, and will last for 22 hours.

BMRCL had planned to erect a 65m open web girder above the railway tracks; however, because the required preparatory work was not finished, they could not do so during the Line Block period from December 8 to 31, which had been initially approved by the railways.

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CMRS to Conduct Inspection of Kolkata Metro’s New Garia-Ruby Stretch From January 30

Staff Reporter

27/01/2023

KOLKATA (Metro Rail News): The 5.4-kilometre New Garia-Ruby portion of the New Garia-Ruby stretch of the New Garia-Airport Metro Corridor will undergo a safety examination on January 30, 2023, according to the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS).

The new Garia-Ruby segment underwent a three-round trial run with the help of the Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) and Kolkata Metro Railway, with the medha rake reaching a top speed of 83 kmph.

The CRS inspection of our sector is now ready. In under seven minutes, the train completed the five stations, according to a senior official, RVNL.

A letter was released on the inauguration of a new permanent broad gauge line of 5.4 km (electrified) from Kavi Subhas to Hemanta Mukhopadhyay stations for public passenger transportation following a meeting between the commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), Kolkata Metro Railway, and RVNL.

The 32km Airport-New Garia line’s shortened new Garia-Ruby portion will operate on a one-train system with no signals, similar to the Joka-Taratala metro route. However, due to the delay in activating the sophisticated communication-based train control system (CBTC) signalling system, only one rake will move up and down the track.

A non-AC rake leased from the Noapara carshed of the North-South line was used for the reduced section’s first train experiment. There were some problems at that time since the tracks weren’t clear, and the train had to stop a few times to pass through the five stops, on September 24, 2023.

However, the rake testing for passenger services went quite smoothly, and we feel entirely ready for the CRS inspection, a Metro Railway official said.

There is yet to be another operational carshed nearby. Thus the rake had to be transferred from the Noapara carshed for the Joka-Taratala trials in pieces (two coaches for each voyage). A working terminal may be seen adjacent to the brand-new Kavi Subhas terminal. “We just had to remove the buffer between two depots and install 180 metres of connecting tracks”, a senior RVNL official said.

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First U-Girder Launches in elevated section of Patna Metro Project

Staff Reporter

26/01/2023

First U-Girder Launched in elevated section of Patna Metro Project

PATNA (Metro Rail News): The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (DMRC) on Republic Day achieved a significant milestone in its Priority Corridor work by erecting the project’s first-ever U-Girder between two pillars/piers near Bhoothnath Station on a prestigious morning.

U-Girders are precast and pre-tensioned structures on which rail tracks can be placed as per the timeline. Therefore, it will further expedite the project and will help in the timely completion of the project.

The precast structure will save time in construction while ensuring better quality. After casting these structures at the casting yard, they are brought to the site and launched with the help of high-capacity cranes or launchers.

The erection of the first U-Girder is crucial as it needs to clear all the initial testing before it’s placed. Three hundred eight such U-girders will be erected in priority corridors while each structure weighs around 160 tonnes.

The priority corridor where the Girders will be launched is 7.4km from Malahi Pakri to Patliputra Bus Terminal.

The completion and successful launching of this superstructure is a milestone for Patna Metro Project. The elevated section of the priority corridor will have five stations, namely, Malahi Pakri, Khemni Chak, Bhoothnath, Zero Mile and Patliputra Bus Terminal.

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Symbroj Group initiative for Net Zero Carbon World

Staff Reporter

26/01/2023

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NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): Symbroj Group is excited to announce the launch of its new initiative Symbroj Cleantech Private Limited (SCTPL), which aims to combat the effects of climate change. Our cutting-edge solutions help to achieve a net zero-carbon world.

We understand the urgency of the climate crisis and are committed to being a leader in the fight against it. The idea of Symbroj Cleantech was conceived by Priyanka Sahu, Narendra Shah, and Arpan Vardey under the guidance of Shri Jugal Kishore Bhatti.

These environmentally concerned individuals shared a passion for finding solutions to combat the effects of climate change. They saw the urgent need for action and knew they had the skills and knowledge to make a real difference.

They spent years researching and developing solutions to achieve the goal of carbon neutrality and viable solution to the climate crisis. They faced many challenges along the way but were determined to succeed.

Finally, after years of hard work, Symbroj Cleantech is ready to launch its services to the world.

“Climate change is a global concern, and it’s time for bold action to combat it. We are proud to introduce solutions that can make a real difference in the fight against global warming,” said Priyanka Sahu, CEO and Founder of Symbroj Cleantech Pvt. Ltd. (SCTPL).

“We believe that it’s not only possible, but also necessary, to balance economic growth with environmental protection. Our technology is proof of that,” said Narendra Shah, CMO and Founder SCTPL.

“We believe in the power of collaboration to achieve real and meaningful change. We work with our clients to identify their specific sustainability needs and goals, and develop tailored solutions to help them achieve their environmental targets.” Said Arpan Vardey, COO & Co-Founder, SCTPL .

“We are excited to be part of a growing movement of companies and individuals who are taking action to address the climate crisis. We hope to inspire others to join us in this noble cause” said Jugal Kishore Bhatti, Chief Advisor, SCTPL

The founders knew they couldn’t do it alone, so they reached out to leading organisations in the field of sustainability and environmental protection to ensure that their solution was effective and socially and environmentally responsible.

Symbroj cleantech continues to be a leader in the fight against climate change, and the founders remain committed to creating a sustainable future for all.

We invite individuals, companies, and governments to join us in this important mission and help create a sustainable future for all. Together, we can make a real difference in the fight against climate change.

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Alstom in India recognised as ‘Top Employer’ for the third consecutive year

Staff Reporter

26/01/2023

NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): Awarded Global Top Employer for the first time in 2023; certification in 22 countries 23 January 2023 – Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has received the Global Top Employer 2023 certification for the first time, with certificates in 22 countries compared to 14 countries in 2022. This is the fourth consecutive year that the Alstom Group has received this distinction in Europe, the third year for the Asia-Pacific region, including India, as well as North America and the first year for the Middle East.

Due to the ecological transition, Alstom must respond to a growing international demand for more modern and sustainable mobility solutions. With an order book of €85.9 billion, the Group maintains an excellent recruitment dynamic and explicitly targets young talent to contribute to smart and sustainable mobility challenges.

“It is a proud moment for us as we have successfully retained our position as the only Top Employer in the Indian mobility industry for the third consecutive year. At Alstom, our people agenda has been at the core of our business outlook and this win is a testament to the sheer dedication and commitment of our employees. We aim to continue providing higher engagement to our diverse workforce and empower and support them in their career aspirations,” said Olivier Loison, Managing Director, Alstom India.

With a strong order backlog of over €4.7 billion from its operations, and optimism for the Indian market, the company continues its recruitment drive in 2023. With a continued focus on hiring across the value chain – from production to methods, supplies, and functions, the recruitment will be a mix of engineers, technicians, and data science specialists. The team in India has grown consistently over the past few years, from 2,000+ full-time employees in 2016 to over 10,500+ team members today. The company heavily invests in nurturing and training talent across levels, from young graduates to engineering experts to senior leaders contributing to smart and sustainable mobility.

Today, Alstom is the only organisation in India’s heavy engineering and mobility sector to be re-certified. This is a testament to Alstom’s continued commitment towards creating a better workplace through excellent people practices.

Alstom invests in and trains its recruits.

In Alstom’s recruitment strategy, young graduates are mainly targeted. The company’s flagship Young Engineering Graduates Programme (YEGP) is an award-winning signature programme at Alstom India that has seen tremendous growth since its inception in 2015. Today, Alstom has over 1,700 engineering graduates hired through this programme. The programme started from a small cohort of 51 engineers and has grown significantly with the onboarding of 300+ fresh graduates in 2022, representing 17 states and 40+ universities and institutions. Moving forward in 2023, Alstom plans to hire 650+ engineering graduates from 25+ states and 40+ universities and engineering institutions across India. The campus selection and evaluation process include panel members from a cross-section of business leaders, experts and HR professionals who identify the young talent to build smarter and greener mobility solutions for India and the world.

Learning culture at Alstom

To ensure the integration and development of its young recruits, Alstom in India counts on a solid internal learning culture. On average, using state-of-the-art technology, 27 hours of learning is achieved per employee in India against the learning target of 21 hours per employee per year. With an extensive catalogue, Alstom’s learning platform (iLearn) is notably digital and accessible from any equipment (computer, tablet, or smartphone). In addition, Alstom University offers immersive virtual reality experiences through its regional campuses, but also through the metaverse, using avatars and 3D models accessible from personal computers or using virtual reality headsets.

Profiles contributing to innovation and implementation of Alstom solutions

Alstom develops sustainable and smart mobility solutions. Throughout its value chain, the company offers a wide range of career opportunities in all functions, particularly in engineering and procurement and project management. In line with trends in the tech sector, software engineering and cybersecurity are among the most dynamic functions. In addition, new jobs related to hydrogen are also highly valued.

About Top Employer certification

Top Employer certification recognises a company’s commitment to creating a better working environment for its employees and excellence in human resources policies and practices. The Top Employers Institute certifies organisations based on their HR Best Practices Survey results. The survey covers six HR areas, divided into 20 themes: people strategy, work environment, talent acquisition, training, well-being, diversity, and inclusion.

About Alstom India

Leading societies to a low-carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, Alstom offers its diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. One hundred fifty thousand vehicles in commercial service worldwide attest to the company’s proven expertise in project management, innovation, design and technology. In 2022, the company was included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, World and Europe, for the 12th consecutive time. Headquartered in France and present in 70 countries, Alstom employs more than 74,000 people. The Group posted revenues of €15.5 billion for the fiscal year ending on 31 March 2022.

Alstom is India’s only multinational sustainable mobility provider with a comprehensive portfolio of offerings to meet customer-specific needs, from cost-efficient mass-market platforms to high-end technological innovations. Synonymous with the country’s ‘Rail Revolution’, Alstom continues to be a strategic partner in supporting India’s freight revolution and passenger movement. With six industrial sites and four major engineering centres, the company caters to domestic project needs and delivers for many international projects. Supporting the government’s modernisation initiatives, Alstom has been at the forefront of introducing several breakthrough technologies in India with world-class rolling stock, rail equipment & infrastructure, signalling and services. Fully aligned with the country’s vision of Make-in-India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Alstom remains deeply committed to strengthening its local sourcing and supply chain ecosystem.

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RVNL bags contract of Rs 38 crores from Chennai (MAS) division Southern Railways

Staff Reporter

26/01/2023

CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) has been awarded a contract for Provision of automatic block signalling with dual MSDAC, EI/OC interface and block optimization in Arakkonam Junction (AJJ)- Nagari (NG) section of Chennai (MAS) division in Southern Railway (Reach-I).

Details of the contract awarded are as under:

Letter of Acceptance received from Southern Railway for “Provision of automatic block signalling with dual MSDAC, EI/OC interface and block optimization in Arakkonam Junction (AJJ)- Nagari (NG) section of Chennai (MAS) division in Southern Railway (Reach-I)”.
The accepted contract amount is Rs. 38,40,13,395.48 Crore including GST.
Time period by which the order is to be executed is 15 Months.

About RVNL:

The company began its operation in 2005 with the appointment of a Board of Directors.
The company was granted Miniratna status in September 2013.
RVNL has been rated “Excellent” for the 9 successive years by the Department of Public Enterprises.
RVNL has also been ranked 1st amongst the Railway PSEs for the 4 times out of the last 5 years.
The turnover of the company for the financial year 2019-20 has increased by 44.44%.
The authorised share capital of the company is Rs. 3000 cr. with paid up share capital of Rs. 2085 cr.
The company has been listed after its disinvestment of its stake of 12.16% of the company through IPO.

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JMC Projects erect 27.90m U-Girder for Kanpur Metro Phase 1 project

Staff Reporter

25/01/2023

U-Girder erected at Kidwai Nagar for linking transport Nagar Ramp to Naubasta Station

KANPUR (Metro Rail News): JMC Projects put up the first 27.90m U-Girder in Kidwai Nagar for Kanpur Metro Phase 1 project’s Package KNPCC-07 linking Transport Nagar Ramp to Naubasta Station on 20th January.

The accomplishment of constructing the second and last 5.427 km elevated stretch of Line-1, spanning 23.785 km, was documented with a 164-tonne girder placed between Pier 56 and 57. The initial pier cap was set up at Pier 56 just before the end of 2021.

In June 2022, the Rs. 514.61 crore civil construction contract of this section was handed over to JMC Projects by Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC). The section is located on the eastern end of Line-1 and incorporates five elevated stations at Baradevi, Kidwai Nagar, Vasant Vihar, Baudh Nagar and Naubasta.

JMC achieved this remarkable feat of marking this milestone within seven months of the contract being awarded, setting a new benchmark for metro projects in India. By comparison, Afcons Infrastructure, given the contract in September 2019, completed the same feat in August 2020, requiring eleven months. Whilst the Covid-19 pandemic could have played a part, JMC’s success is still remarkable.

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