Pune Metro Expansion: State Approves 2 New Metro Routes in Phase 2

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PUNE (Metro Rail News): Pune Metro project progressed as Cabinet Infrastructure committee of Maharashtra government approved two new routes in Pune Metro Phase 2 which will be developed at a cost of Rs 5,704 crore.

The approved routes as per the Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been mentioned below:

Route	Length	Total no of Stations
Hadapsar – Loni Kalbhor	11.352 km	10 Stations
Hadapsar Bus Depot – Sasvad Road	5.573 km	4 Stations

The two routes will enhance connectivity between Hadapsar, Phursungi, Loni Kalbhor, and Saswad. The 20%of the total estimated project cost will be contributed by the state government and another 20% by the Union government, while the remaining 60% will be financed through a loan.

“The committee under the chairmanship of Devendra Fadanavis approved the proposal in the Mumbai meeting,” said deputy chief and Pune Guardian minister minister Ajit Pawar. As reported by The Indian Express.

The civic officer of PMC mentioned “The DPR for the two new routes is being approved on the condition that the PMC will not give a guarantee to repay the loan for implementing the project. The Pune civic body would only have an agreement for Rs 3.6 crore for acquisition of land for the project,”.

The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) approved the proposal in February this year and subsequently forwarded it to the state government for approval. The state infrastructure committee will now present it before the state cabinet for clearance and then send it to the Union government for the final approval to initiate implementation.

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Spanish Business Delegation Visits Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor

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A high-level Spanish business delegation visited the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor. The delegation was accompanied by senior officials of NCRTC.

The visit began at the state-of-the-art Namo Bharat Depot at Duhai, Ghaziabad, where the delegates were given an overview of the advanced maintenance facilities and processes adopted to ensure reliability and operational efficiency of the Namo Bharat services.

The delegation then boarded the Namo Bharat train from Duhai Depot Namo Bharat Station and travelled through various stations along the corridor. During the journey, the delegates were briefed about the commuter-centric design of the train and its modern onboard features.

Following the station visits, the delegation proceeded to GatiShakti Bhawan, NCRTC Corporate Office, where they interacted with the NCRTC leadership team. The delegates were welcomed, and an address was delivered by Shri Shalabh Goel, Managing Director, NCRTC.

Throughout the visit, the delegation took keen interest in the transformative mobility initiatives implemented by NCRTC. They appreciated the project’s emphasis on safety, operational excellence, modern technology integration, and its contribution to shaping sustainable, commuter-friendly regional mobility in India.

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Bridge and Roof Company Bags ₹268.7 Cr Contract in Chennai Metro Phase 2

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06/11/2025

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CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): Bridge and Roof Company India Limited has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from Chennai Metro Rail Corporation (CMRL) for a ₹268.7 Cr Contract which involves Design and Construction of Metro Station Entry/Exit Structures and other works under Chennai Metro Phase 2 project.

CMRL invited bids for this contract with a 550 days deadline. Technical bids were opened on 29 July 2025 revealing that only one firm had submitted a bid for the contract. Financial bids were opened on 13 August and financial evaluation of the bid took place on 31 October. On the same day Bridge and Roof Company India received LoA for the contract.

Contract Value: ₹268.7 Cr

Contract Duration: 550 Days

Contract’s Scope of Work: Design and Construction of Metro Station Entry/Exit Structures Integrated with Commercial Spaces and connecting through Link Bridge at Sholinganallur and Thoraipakkam Station, including Civil, Plumbing, E&M, HVAC, Architectural Finishes, and all associated works

Recently, CMRL and Faiveley Transport Rail Technologies India Private Limited also signed a contract agreement for “Design, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Anti Drag Feature in all the saloon doors of 52 trains of CMRL Phase-1. To know more about this new: Click Here.

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Vande Bharat Sleeper Achieves 180kmph Speed in Trials on Sawai Madhopur–Kota–Nagda Section

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The Vande Bharat Sleeper Train has successfully achieved a top speed of 180 km/h during its trial run on the Sawai Madhopur–Kota–Nagda section, the West Central Railway (WCR) zone of Indian Railways.

https://twitter.com/IndianTechGuide/status/1986282393670455374

According to the West Central Railway, “The successful test marks a significant milestone under the Indian Railways’ ‘Mission Gati Shakti’, aimed at enhancing both speed and efficiency across the country’s rail network.” as per the Money Control.

The Vande Bharat 3.0 model features automatic doors, ultra-comfortable berths, on-board Wi-Fi, and an aircraft-inspired design. The 16-coach rake comprises one First AC coach, four AC 2-tier coaches, and eleven AC 3-tier sleeper coaches, collectively accommodating more than 1,100 passengers.

In May 2023, BEML received a ₹675-crore contract from the Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai, to manufacture the first ten Vande Bharat Sleeper trainsets. Subsequently, in September 2024, the Hon’ble Union Minister for Railways, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, inaugurated India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper trainset at BEML’s Bengaluru rail complex.

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2 Firms Submit Bids for DDC Contract of Lucknow Metro Line 2

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LUCKNOW (Metro Rail News): AYESA Ingenieria y Arquitectura S.A.U and SYSTRA MVA Consulting (India) Pvt. Ltd has submitted bids for the Detailed Design Consultant (DDC) contract LKDDC-02 of Lucknow Metro Line-2 .

The Line 2 of Lucknow Metro spans 11.165 km from Charbagh Railway Station to Vasant Kunj via 12 stations through Old Lucknow. In May 2025, the Public Investment Board (PIB) approved the Lucknow Metro’s East-West Corridor at Rs. 5801 Crores under Phase 1B.

In August 2024, Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) invited bids for this contract with a 60 month (5 year) contract duration. Technical bids were opened on 28 October revealing that 2 firms have submitted bids for the contract.

UPMRC’s Brief Scope: Engagement of DDC for civil, architectural, E&M and traction works for the design of 4.29 km including ramp, elevated section with 05 elevated stations and 6.88 U/G section with 07 U/G stations and 1 depot at Vasant Kunj, Lucknow.

Currently the bids submitted by the two firms are under technical evaluation round. Once the technical evaluation round is completed financial bids will be opened for the technically qualified bidders.

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Maha-Metro Invites Bids for Rolling Stock Contract of Nagpur Metro Phase 2

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NAGPUR (Metro Rail News): Maha-Metro (Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited) has invited bids for the rolling stock contract of Nagpur Metro Phase 2.

Tender Details

Opening Date	4 Nov 2025
Closing Date	7 Jan 2026
EMD	Rs. 4,99,78,84
Tender Id	2025_MMRCL_1240503_1
Tender No	N2-057/RS-01(R)/2025
Pre Bid Meeting	25-11-2025

Contract Duration: 156 Weeks

Contract Scope of Work: Design, Manufacture, Supply, Testing, Commissioning Of Passenger Rolling Stock (16 Nos Of Train Sets) And Training Of Personnel With Comprehensive Annual Maintenance Contract (15 Year) For Nagpur Metro Rail Project Phase-ii.

The under-construction Phase 2 of Nagpur Metro spans 43.8 km. The Nagpur Metro Phase 2 aims to extend the two existing lines built in Phase 1 to Kanhan in the north, Butibori MIDC in the south, Transport Nagar (Kapsi) in the east and Hingna in the west.

Nagpur Metro Phase-II consists of the following 4 extensions of 2 corridors of Phase I.

Line	Route	Length
Orange Line	Khapri – MIDC ESR	18.5 Km
Orange Line	Automotive Square – Kanhan River	13 km
Aqua Line	Prajapati Nagar – Transport Nagar	5.6 km
Aqua Line	Lokmanya Nagar – Hingna	6.7 km

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Railway Mishap: Korba Passenger Train and Goods Train Collide on Bilaspur–Howrah Route

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04/11/2025

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BILASPUR(Metro Rail News): A collision took place on Tuesday evening (4 November) between the Korba passenger train and a stationary goods train near Lalkhadan in Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, along the Bilaspur–Howrah main line of the South East Central Railway (SECR). The incident resulted in derailment and damage to rolling stock and overhead equipment in the affected section. The impact resulted in the derailment of multiple coaches and damage to railway infrastructure in the section.

According to preliminary information, several passengers have sustained injuries, and there are unconfirmed reports of casualties. Railway and local administration officials have yet to release the official figures. Following the incident, rescue and medical relief teams from the Railway’s Accident Relief Train (ART) and Accident Relief Medical Equipment (ARME) units were promptly mobilised from nearby stations. Cranes and track machines have been deployed to remove derailed coaches and clear the affected line section.

Train movement on the Bilaspur–Howrah corridor, one of the busiest routes connecting eastern and central India, has been completely suspended. Several express and freight services have been cancelled, short-terminated, or diverted through alternate routes to manage operational flow. The overhead traction (OHE) system, signalling circuits, and track alignment in the affected block have sustained damage, which railway officials estimate may take several hours to restore.

The incident highlights the urgent need for the implementation of Automatic Train Protection (ATP) systems such as Kavach to prevent collisions across Indian Railways’ network.

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DP World, DPA & Nevomo Collaborate to Deploy MagRail Technology at Deendayal Port

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04/11/2025

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MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): DP World signed an agreement with the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) and Nevomo to introduce a magnetic propulsion system that allows self-propelled rail movement of bulk cargo and containers at Deendayal Port.

The system will use Nevomo’s MagRail Booster technology to enable self-driven rail movement without traditional locomotives. This collaboration aims to test the technology in actual port operations and support the shift toward cleaner and more efficient port logistics in India. This MoU was signed in August during India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai.

As part of the agreement, Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), DP World, and Nevomo will work together to build and test a 750-metre MagRail Booster pilot track within the port. In addition, a detailed feasibility study will be carried out to explore the wider use of MagRail technology at other Indian ports, in line with the Government of India’s PM Gati Shakti Master Plan and Harit Sagar Green Port Guidelines.

The system will use the existing rail tracks, with only minor modifications to the current rolling stock, removing the need for any new track construction. This setup will allow for quick and low-cost implementation with little impact on port operations.

On this collaboration, Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairman, Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), said, “This partnership marks an important milestone in Deendayal Port’s journey towards technological modernisation and sustainable growth. By introducing MagRail innovation in collaboration with DP World, we are taking a decisive step towards automating cargo movement and setting new standards in operational efficiency. This initiative not only strengthens India’s port infrastructure but also reinforces our commitment to building greener, smarter gateways that support the nation’s long-term trade and logistics ambitions”.

Shri Yuvraj Narayan, the Deputy CEO and Chief Financial Officer of DP World, said, “This agreement with Deendayal Port Authority and Nevomo marks a pivotal step in reimagining how cargo moves within India’s ports. By facilitating the implementation of MagRail technology at Deendayal Port with Nevomo, we are showcasing India’s readiness to adopt next-generation logistics that are faster, safer, and more sustainable. This initiative sets a benchmark for future port modernisation across the country, turning innovation into a blueprint for scalable, greener infrastructure.”

Shri Harjinder (Harj) Dhaliwal, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Nevomo, said, “We are proud to partner with Deendayal Port and DP World to bring the MagRail technology to India – one of the most dynamic logistics markets in the world. This collaboration demonstrates how magnetic rail systems retrofitted to existing assets can enhance existing infrastructure, improving efficiency and reducing carbon emissions without costly overhauls.”

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GMRC Invites Bids for DDC Contract of Ahmedabad Metro Phase-2A & Phase-2B

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04/11/2025

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AHMEDABAD (Metro Rail News): The Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation has invited bids for appointing a detailed design consultant for Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2. The selected Detailed Design Consultant (DDC) will be responsible for providing comprehensive design and engineering services for 2 metro extensions under the Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project Phase 2A and Phase 2B.

Tender Information

Tender Authority	Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited
Tender Id	N-63773096-6413-455b-8a05-93c901aefe5e
Tender No	GMRC/DDC/ELEV-VDCT+STNS & DEPOT/PH-2 (A) & 2 (B)/2025
Pre-bid meeting	10-Nov-2025
Bid Submission Deadline	27-Nov-2025
Completion period of Work	48 Months
Approximate cost of work	Rs 14.55 Crore

Brief scope of work: Detailed Design Consultancy Services For (i) Metro Corridor From Koteshwar Road Metro Station (excluding) To Svp Airport Dead End, Elevated Viaduct, Elevated Station (4 Stations) Including Viaduct Portion Within The Stations And Transition Spans On Either Side Of The Stations (phase-2a) (ii) Extension Of Metro Corridor Inside Gift City From Gift City Metro Station Dead End, Elevated Viaduct, Elevated Station (3 Stations) Including Viaduct Portion Within The Stations And Transition Spans On Either Side Of The Stations (phase-2b) In Connection With Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project, Phase-2.

The first phase of the Ahmedabad Metro covers two main routes: the East–West line between Thaltej Gaam and Vastral Gam, and the North–South line connecting APMC to Motera Stadium. Together, these routes span around 40 km and include 31 stations. Metro services on all sections of Phase 1 are now in operation.

The 2nd phase extends the metro network from Ahmedabad to Gandhinagar. So far, metro trains are running on a 20.8 km stretch between Motera and Mahatma Mandir, as well as between GNLU and GIFT City. Another 1.9 km section up to Sachivalaya station began operations on 27 April 2025.

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2 Firms Bid for Turnout & Track Components Contract for Delhi Metro Phase 4 Corridors

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03/11/2025

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DELHI (Metro Rail News): The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced the names of firms that submitted bids for the track work contract, which involves the supply of UIC-60 turnouts, scissors crossovers, and other essential track components required for various corridors under the Delhi Metro Phase-IV project.

Tender Details

Tender Authority	Delhi Metro Rail Corporation
Tender Id	2025_DMRC_871923_1
Tender No	D2T-05
Contract Period	730 Days
Contract Value	₹24.78 crore

Brief Scope of Work: Manufacturing & Supply of Standard Gauge/ Broad Gauge UIC-60 Turnouts & Scissors Cross Over and Check rails for Ballasted/Ballastless Track of Line-11 including balance requirements of Line-03 (Yamuna Bank Depot), Line-08 Extn. & Line-10 of Delhi Metro Phase-IV Corridors.

Bidders’ Details:

Firm	Status
Voestalpine vae vkn india pvt. ltd.	Accepted-technical
Vossloh Cogifer Turnouts India Private Limited	Accepted-technical

The bids will now undergo a detailed technical and financial evaluation by DMRC to determine the most suitable contractor for the supply. Once finalised, the selected firm will be responsible for ensuring the timely manufacturing and delivery of track components for the mentioned Phase-IV corridors.

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