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BEML to unveil the prototype of India’s first Bullet Train by early 2027

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BEML to unveil the prototype of India’s first Bullet Train by early 2027

NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): BEML is expected to roll out the first prototype of B-28, India’s first bullet train by early 2027, as reported by The Indian Express. The indigenously built bullet train is expected to operate from August 2027 at the Surat-Billimora stretch in Gujarat. The bullet train is being built at BEML’s Aditya Plant in Bengaluru. Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Railway Minister, inaugurated the plant on 25th April, 2026. 

After the train set is ready, it will be sent to the Surat depot for testing and trial runs. The Surat depot is being developed by the National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL).

Vaishnaw said to ANI that, “Our bullet train project is progressing rapidly. The first section of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train will begin operation next year”

As per the report by News18, the high-speed train is expected to enter service at the 47 kilometers Surat-Bilimora section of the corridor from August 2027. After the opening of the Surat-Bilimora section, the rest of the corridor will be gradually commissioned in phases. Subsequently, following the Surat-Bilimora section, Vapi-Surat and Vapi-Ahmedabad sections will follow, followed by an inter-state extension from Ahmedabad in Gujarat to Thane in Maharashtra.

The Ahmedabad-Mumbai high-speed rail project will be India’s first high-speed rail corridor. Designed with the Japanese Shinkanshen technology, the bullet train has a design speed up to 350 kmph and operational speed of 320 kmph. The bullet train will reduce the travel time of Ahmedabad to Mumbai, covering the 508 km distance in 1 hour 58 minutes. 

Also Read: Bids invited for geotechnical works of Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3(C)

Bengaluru Metro: Amid continuous delays, new deadlines announced for Pink and Blue Line 

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Bengaluru Metro: Amid continuous delays, new deadlines announced for Pink and Blue Line 

BENGALURU (Metro Rail News): Bengaluru Metro expansion has got new timelines after Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda met with BMRCL officials to review ongoing projects. The minister expressed concerns about delays, traffic disruption, and the state of metro construction sites in the city.

In his first review meeting of the Bengaluru Metro project on June 19, Gowda mentioned that poor management of metro construction sites had made traffic worse and the construction work had blocked more road space than needed. He also criticized Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) for continuously missing project deadlines over the years. The meeting lasted for nearly 3 hours at the BMRCL headquarters in Shantinagar. Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Tushar Girinath, BMRCL Managing Director J Ravishankar, and other senior officials were also there.

New timelines for Bengaluru Metro’s Pink Lines

According to Deccan Herald Report, Gowda announced updated targets for the 21.26 km Pink Line which will connect Kalena, Agrahara and Nagavara. The new target deadlines are: 

  •  Kalena Agrahara to Tavarekere: The 7.5-km elevated section will open by August 15. The earlier target for this section was May-June 2026.
  • Dairy Circle to Nagavara: The 13.75-km underground section will open by March 2027. The previous target for this underground section was December 2026.

Blue Line trail runs planned by October

The minister also talked about the progress of the Outer Ring Road Metro Corridor under Phase 2A. He instructed BMRCL to start trails run on KR Puram-Marathahalli and Marathahalli-HSR layout sections by October 2026.  But, he said work at the Marathahalli and Silk Board stations could delay the project. He added that the 19.75 km KR Puram–Silk Board Metro line is expected to open five months later after the trial runs begin.

A senior BMRCL official told Deccan Herald that workers had completed viaduct construction across most of the corridor, except at Marathahalli and Silk Board. Teams are currently laying tracks and trying to finish work near Marathahalli before the October target. The official also mentioned that labor shortages are still impacting the construction activities, because the workforce is currently about 50% below what is needed.

Airport Metro targets announced

For Phase 2B, Gowda shared the following targets:

  • Hebbal-Kempegowda International Airport section: June 2027
  • KR Puram-Hebbal section: December 2027

These sections will enhance metro connectivity to Bengaluru airport and the northern parts of the city.

Phase 3 approval expected soon

The minister expressed hope that the Centre would approve the 44.65 km Phase 3 project within the next 20 days. He stated that BMRCL would proceed with the tender process after receiving approval. The meeting also reviewed project funding. Tushar Girinath said the state government is working to increase the Centre’s share of metro funding to 50%.

Also Read: Bids invited for geotechnical works of Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3(C)

Bids invited for geotechnical works of Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3(C)

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Bids invited for geotechnical works of Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3(C)

AHMEDABAD (Metro Rail News): The Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRCL) has invited bids for carrying out the geotechnical investigation work for the proposed Ring Corridor for the Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3(C), which spans across 2 corridors, first from the APMC Station to Prakash Nagar Station and the second corridor from Vadaj Station to APMC Station. The approximate cost of the contract is Rs.1.93 Crore.

Tender Information: 

InformationDetails
Tender NumberGMRC/GEOTECH-2/PH-3(C)/2026
Cost of workRs. 1.93 Crore
Completion period 05 Months
Tender FeesRs. 5,000 
Tender SecurityRs. 1.93 Lakh 
Tender Submission Deadline25 June 2026, (17:00 hrs)
Technical Bid Opening25 June 2026, (15:30 hrs)
Tender Validity180 days

Brief Scope of Work:

Carrying out Geotechnical Investigation Work for the proposed Ring Corridors, first from the APMC Station to Prakash Nagar Station and second corridor from Vadaj Station to APMC Station for the Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3(C) project. 

Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3(C):

Phase 3(C) of the Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project is in its foundational stage. Tenders are also out for the detailed topographical survey for the proposed ring corridor of 36.169 km elevated viaduct from APMC end to APMC end. This is a circular corridor including 26 elevated stations.

Also Read: Central Government revives the Qadian-Beas Railway Line Project after nearly 100 years

Central Government revives the Qadian-Beas Railway Line Project after nearly 100 years

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Central Government revives the Qadian-Beas Railway Line Project after nearly 100 years

NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): In a crucial move to strengthen connectivity in the Majha region of Punjab, the Union Minister of state for Railways and Food Processing Industries, Shri Ravneet Singh Bittu addressed the media and announced the revival of the long-pending Qadian–Beas New Railway Line Project on 18th June, 2026. 

The project involves the construction of a new railway line of 39.68 km broad-gauge connecting Qadian in Gurdaspur district with Beas in Amritsar district. The development of this project will be executed by Northern Railway.

The Qadian-Beas Railway Line will connect some of the major towns and villages of Qadian, Dhapai, Ghuman, Butala, Sathiala and Beas in Punjab and will also act as a major link for many areas of the Majha belt and help in improving mobility for local residents and passengers. 

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Qadian-Beas Railway Line Project will be developed with the latest modern infrastructure designs, including Fifty-four Road Under Bridges (RUBs), eleven major bridges and 121 minor bridges, two crossing stations at Ghuman and Butala, modern signalling and telecommunication systems and deployment of Kavach, India’s indigenous train collision avoidance system.

The history of Qadian-Beas Railway Line Project dates way back to the British era in 1928–29, when the project first got the approval by the then government. The development on this line had gained momentum in 1930’s but due to various circumstances the project was discontinued. This Line was then again revived under the Socially Desirable Rail Connectivity Programme and included in the 2010–11 supplementary Railway Budget but no progress was seen. Now, after years of delays and issues the project has been undertaken by the Government of India and at a revised Detailed Estimate of approximately ₹1,400 crore.

This railway line has strategic importance as an alternative rail line to the significant Amritsar–Pathankot section in case of emergencies and thereby improving railway operations in northern India. 

Congratulating the people of the Majha region, the Union Minister of state for Railways Shri Ravneet Singh Bittu also said that the railway line is expected to bring many economic and employment opportunities for the residents of the region once the project is developed and implemented. 

The commencement of this rail corridor will improve access to various prominent religious and spiritual destinations in Punjab, boosting religious tourism in India and abroad.

Also Read: MP Cabinet approved Indore Metro’s revised budget

MP Cabinet approved Indore Metro’s revised budget

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MP Cabinet approved Indore Metro’s revised budget

INDORE (Metro Rail News): Madhya Pradesh cabinet approved ₹19,472.29 Crores for Indore Metro Rail Project’s revised budget and additional financial costs on Tuesday (16th June). The revised budget was approved in the meeting of the state cabinet, chaired by the Chief Minister Mohan Yadav. The original estimated cost of the Indore Metro, as per the press release from 03rd October 2018, was ₹7,500.80 Crores. 

The budget, however, increased by ₹5,388.58 Crores and reached ₹19,472.29 after totaling the additional financial costs. The budget increased because over time, there was integration of projects to meet the demands of new infrastructure and underground construction. The additional financial costs include the purchasing power parity (PPP) element over time and the internal borrowings. 

The Indore Metro was launched on 31st May 2025, with five stations covering six kilometers. In the first one year of its operation, the metro registered an underwhelming number of around 2.5 lakh commuters. The Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MPMRCL) is set to open the second phase of Indore Metro on 20th June. This phase will add 11 new stations covering 17.50 kilometers up to Radisson Square. It will connect the metro with the commercial hub of the city and is expected to attract more passengers.

Also Read: Indian Railways approved kavach project for Ambala Division

Indian Railways approved kavach project for Ambala Division

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Indian Railways approved kavach project for Ambala Division

DELHI (Metro Rail News): Indian Railways has approved a Rs 201 crore project to install Kavach on the Broad Gauge sections of the Ambala Division of Northern Railway. This project will improve train safety on several key routes across Haryana, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh and it covers 811 route kilometers. 

Kavach will cover key routes covered

Indian Railways will carry out the work as part of its plan to provide Kavach with an LTE-based communication system on the remaining routes of the railway network. The project will cover key sections in the Ambala Division. It includes: 

  • Ambala Cantonment, Ludhiana
  • Kalka, Chandigarh, New Morinda, Sahnewal
  • Sirhind, Daulatpur Chowk
  • Rajpura, Bathinda, Shri Ganganagar
  • Ludhiana, Dhuri, Jakhal

Importance of Kavach 

Kavach is an indigenous Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system. It is developed in India to enhance railway safety. The system can prevent Signal Passing at Danger (SPAD), apply brakes automatically when needed and can control train speed in critical situations. It also reduces the risk of train collisions. Indian Railways is expanding Kavach throughout its network to make train travel safer, more reliable, and capable of handling heavy traffic on important routes.

Also Read: Indian Railways approved doubling project in Gujarat to boost rail capacity

Indian Railways approved doubling project in Gujarat to boost rail capacity

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Indian Railways approved doubling project in Gujarat to boost rail capacity

GUJARAT (Metro Rail News): Indian Railways has sanctioned a project to double the 49 km Adipur and Bhuj rail section in Gujarat. This project aims to increase capacity on a key route in the Kutuch Region and prepare the region for rising passengers and freight traffic.

Project Overview 

Information Details
Project Adipur-Bhuj doubling line
Length49 km
Cost Rs 493 crore
Railway Zone Western Railway
Additional Freight Capacity12 MTPA

The Adipur-Bhuj section is part of the Gandhidham-Naliya corridor. It currently operates as a single-line route. Railway officials are expecting that the traffic can grow significantly on this corridor in the coming years because several rail projects are also being developed in the region. The project is part of Indian Railways’ larger effort to improve capacity, which focuses on doubling, tripling, and upgrading important rail routes across the country.

The importance of the project 

Several railway projects in the Kutch region are expected to bring more trains to the Adipur-Bhuj route. These project includes:

  • Bhuj-Naliya Gauge Conversion
  • Extension of the Naliya-Vayor line 
  • New Naliya-Jakhau railway line
  • New Vayor-Lakhpat railway line
  • New Deshalpar-Luna railway line

More trains, more freight capacity

The doubling project will help railways meet future demand and improve operations on the route. According to the PIB Press Release, the upgraded section will allow, two additional passenger train services in each direction every day, support an additional 12 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of freight traffic and improve logistics connections across the region. It will also reduce congestion and operational delays. The project is also expected to strengthen industrial connections in western Gujarat, where freight demand is continuously growing. 

Capacity pressure expected to rise

According to the press release, the utilization of line capacity could reach 123% by 2029-30. This means the existing signal lines may struggle to manage future needs without extra infrastructure. This doubling line plans to solve  this issue by adding capacity and improving the reliability of train operations. It is also expected that this project can generate some extra revenue for Indian Railways as well.

Also Read: DPR survey for Delhi-Haridwar-Rishikesh RRTS corridor to begin soon

DPR survey for Delhi-Haridwar-Rishikesh RRTS corridor to begin soon

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DPR survey for Delhi-Haridwar-Rishikesh RRTS corridor to begin soon

RISHIKESH (Metro Rail News): The highly anticipated Delhi-Haridwar-Rishikesh RRTS corridor just received the green signal from the Central Government. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami recently met with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Shri Manohar Lal Khattar and submitted the proposal to extend the Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor from Modipuram to Rishikesh.

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Following the meeting, Uttarakhand, UP, and the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) have come to an agreement to extend the Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor to Laxman Jhula in Rishikesh. The project’s Detailed Project Report (DPR) survey is expected to begin soon.

To accelerate the process, the Additional Secretary Reena Joshi has been appointed as the nodal officer by the Uttarakhand government and NCRTC has designated its own nodal officer. Following the consent given by the Uttar Pradesh government a survey is now set to start for preparing the DPR of the proposed 150-kilometer track.

As per the project proposal, this extended line will start from Modipuram station in Meerut and enter Uttarakhand after passing through Muzaffarnagar. The line will then go through Roorkee and Haridwar—via Har Ki Pauri—and reach the final stretch at Laxman Jhula in Rishikesh. Out of the total route 72 km will fall in Uttar Pradesh and 78 km in Uttarakhand.

Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami also said that this alignment is expected to give a new modern means of transport not only for pilgrims heading to Uttarakhand but also for Uttarakhand residents travelling to Delhi. Currently, the road journey from Delhi to Rishikesh takes about five to six hours. Once the Namo Bharat Delhi-Meerut RRTS Corridor (with a speed of 160 km/h) becomes operational, the travel time will be reduced to two and a half to three hours.

Also Read: Gurugram Metro: GMRL re-invites tender for depot and workshop project in Sector 33

Gurugram Metro: GMRL re-invites tender for depot and workshop project in Sector 33

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Gurugram Metro: GMRL re-invites tender for depot and workshop project in Sector 33

GURUGRAM (Metro Rail News): Gurugram Metro Rail Limited (GMRL) has re-floated a tender for the construction of a depot-cum-workshop for Gurugram Metro after the earlier bid failed to attract enough competition. The project includes civil work, architectural work and Electrical & Mechanical work at Sector 33. The estimated cost of the project is Rs 409.78 crore. It will support operations on the metro corridor between Millennium City Center and Cyber City. 

Tender Information 

Information Details 
Tender Number GMRL/PROJ/2026/AC-04R 
Estimated Cost Rs 409.78 crore
Tender Security Amount Rs 1 crore
Pre-Bid Meeting 23 June 2026, (11:30 hrs)
Tender Submission Deadline From 01 July 2026, (11:00 hrs.) to 07 July 2026, (15:30 hrs.) 
Completion Period 21 months

Scope of work

The scope of work includes Construction of Depot cum Workshop including Civil works, Architectural works and E&M works, for Elevated Corridor of Gurgaon Metro at Sector 33, Gurugram, India.” between Millennium City Centre and Cyber City.

About the Project

The Gurgaon Metro project will connect Millennium City Centre with Cyber City through an elevated metro line. This line plans to enhance public transport options across important business and residential areas in Gurugram. The depot at Sector 33 will act as the operational center for the corridor.

Also Read: First direct train connecting Pune and Shirdi flagged off by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw 

First direct train connecting Pune and Shirdi flagged off by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw 

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First direct train connecting Pune and Shirdi flagged off by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw 

PUNE (Metro Rail News): The first direct train from Pune to Shirdi, the Pune–Sainagar Shirdi Express, was flagged off by Railway Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw and Union Minister of State Civil Aviation of India Shri Muralidhar Mohol by giving it the green signal on 17th June,2026. The event was also attended by Maharashtra’s Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis  and Legislative Council Chairman Ramji Shinde through video-conferencing.

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The Pune–Sainagar Shirdi Express will run daily, providing a comfortable and affordable travel experience to devotees and elderly people travelling from Pune to the holy shrine. This rail service will also enhance connectivity across various cities as it will enable easier access to Pune’s educational institutions and healthcare facilities. 

Murlidhar Mohol, the Minister of State for Civil Aviation of India said, “This service will greatly benefit the tourism, trade, and local economy of Ahilyanagar district. By strengthening the connection between Pune and Shirdi, this railway service will open new doors of opportunity for pilgrims, students, professionals, and the general traveling public.”

During his visit, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw also laid the foundation stone for yard remodelling and the development of 6 new platforms for Pune Railway Station. 

Also Read: Pune Junction to get Rs 473 crore upgrade with 6 new platforms

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