Efkon India Wins E&M Contract for Corridor 2 of Kanpur Metro

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07/10/2025

KANPUR (Metro Rail News): Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (UPMRC) has announced Efkon India Private Limited as the lowest bidder for the Electrical and Mechanical System contract for Corridor 2 of Kanpur Metro. The Line 2 of Kanpur Metro spans 8.38 km from Rawatpur Railway Station to Jaurali through 8 stations.

UPMRC had invited bids for this contract with a completion deadline of 420 days. The technical bids were opened on April 29, 2025, revealing that five firms had submitted their proposals. The technical evaluation was conducted on September 24, 2024, during which one firm’s bid was rejected. Subsequently, the financial bids were opened on October 3, 2025, and after evaluation, Efkon India emerged as the lowest bidder for the contract.

Financial Bid Values

Firms	Bid Value
Efkon India Private Limited	₹ 164 Cr
Blue Star Limited	₹ 175.9 Cr
Kalpataru Projects International Limited	₹ 178.1 Cr
Universal Mep Projects & Engineering Services Limited	₹ 231.4 Cr

Contract Value: Rs. 164 Cr

Contract Duration: 420 days

Contract’s Scope of Work: Design Verification, Detail Engineering, Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of Electrical and Mechanical System, DG Sets, Environment Control System, Tunnel Ventilation System and Building Management System for three underground metro stations (viz. Double Pulia, Kakadeo and Rawatpur Railway Station) of Corridor-2 of Kanpur MRTS Project at Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.

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Chennai Metro Phase 2: Tunnelling Work to Start Between Thiruvanmiyur and Indira Nagar on Line 3

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06/10/2025

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CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): The Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) is set to commence one of its most complex tunnelling operations in November, as part of the ambitious Phase II expansion project. The forthcoming work involves creating twin tunnels over a 650-metre stretch between Thiruvanmiyur and Indira Nagar, considered among the most technically demanding portions of Corridor 3.

Corridor 3 spans 45.8 km from Madhavaram to SIPCOT via Adyar, including an extensive 26.8 km underground section. Once completed, the line will connect nearly 40 key locations, enhancing connectivity for commuters travelling between Madhavaram and SIPCOT.

At the Thiruvanmiyur station site, excavation has been progressing for several weeks. One tunnel boring machine (TBM) has already been lowered into position, and a second is expected to follow soon. However, engineers have run into unforeseen geological hurdles.

“We anticipated hard rock at Thiruvanmiyur but did not expect such dense, high-quality granite,” a senior CMRL official reported. “While controlled blasting was initially planned, the contractor opted instead for chemical disintegration as a safer and more precise alternative.” as reported by The Hindu.

Excavation has now reached a depth of 22 metres, but the granite formations are expected to slow progress. Normally, a short tunnel stretch such as this could be completed quickly, but officials estimate the work could take up to a year.

The official stated “If the TBM continually drills through hard rock, the cutterhead discs will wear out faster,” the official added. “Multiple cutterhead interventions to replace worn parts may be required for both machines, which will be time-consuming.”

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Bihar CM Inaugurates Patna Metro’s Priority Corridor

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06/10/2025

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Bihar CM Inaugurates Patna Metro’s Priority Corridor

PATNA (Metro Rail News): Patna Metro Project advanced as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated the priority corridor of Patna Metro The Priority corridor of Patna Metro is a part of Blue Line and spans 3.6-km covering 3 stations.

Stations: Patliputra Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT), Zero Mile and Bhoothnath.

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Patna Metro Project is an under construction Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) for the city of Bihar. The Phase 1 of Patna Metro comprises two corridors and 24 stations.

Patna Metro Phase 1
Corridor	Route	Length	Total No of Stations
Line-1 (East – West Line)	Danapur Cantonment – Khemni Chak	16.86 km	14 Stations
Line-2 (North – South Line)	Patna Junction Railway Station – New ISBT	14.05 km	12 Stations

The Project is being developed under a Public Private Partnership Mode . The Patna Metro Project is estimated to cost Rs.13365.77 crore.

The Patna Metro Project is being executed by Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). Recently DMRC awarded Letter of Acceptance (LoA) for Package PC-05 & 06 to Hindustan Construction Company Limited (HCC). To know more about this news: Click Here.

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4 Firms Submit Bids for Electrical and SCADA Works of Pune Metro’s PCMC–Nigdi Extension

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04/10/2025

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PUNE (Metro Rail News): The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro) has disclosed the list of bidders who have submitted proposals for undertaking electrical works and SCADA systems for the PCMC–Nigdi extension of Pune Metro’s Purple Line

Tender Information

Parameter	Details
Tender ID	2025_MMRCL_1203985_1
Tender No.	P1A-TR-03/2025(R)
Tender ID	2025_MMRCL_1203985_1
Tender Authority	Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro)

Brief Scope of Work: Design, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of 25kV Flexible Overhead Catenary System, associated 25kV Sectioning Posts, 33kV Auxiliary Sub-Station (ASS), associated Cabling and SCADA Systems PCMC-Nigdi Elevated Extension of PMRP

Bidders Name	Bid Status
M/s Texmaco Rail & Engineering Ltd	Technically Qualified
M/s Konkan Railway Corporation Ltd	Technically Qualified
M/s Siemens Ltd	Technically Qualified
M/s Sterling & Wilson Pvt Ltd	Technically Qualified

The 4.41 km elevated extension will add four new stations between PCMC and Nigdi, and serve as a key link for residents of the developing Pimpri-Chinchwad area. It will ease the road congestion along the Pune–Mumbai Highway.

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MMRDA Receives 2 Bids for Safety Assessment of Signalling and PSD Systems on Mumbai Metro Line 4, 4A, 5, & 6

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04/10/2025

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MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has announced that two bidders have submitted proposals to provide Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) Services for the Signalling and Train Control and Platform Screen Door (PSD) systems for Mumbai Metro Lines 4, 4A, 5, and 6.

The selected agency will be responsible for independently evaluating the design, installation, and functioning of the systems to confirm that they meet all required safety standards.

While MMRDA has confirmed the participation of two bidders, their names have not yet been disclosed. The list of bidders will be updated soon.

Tender Details

Opening Date	30 Jul 2025
Closing Date	30 Sep 2025
EMD	₹ 10,30,000
Tender Id	2025_MMRDA_1205499_1
Tender No	CA 284

Contract Value: Rs.10.3 Crore

Contract Duration: 168 weeks

The scope of work under this contract includes the Independent Safety Assessment Services For Signalling And Train Control And Platform Screen Door Systems for Line 4 And 4a Line 5 And Line 6 Of Mumbai Metro Rail Projects.

Metro Line	Route	Type	Length (km)	No. of Stations	Status
Line 4	Wadala – Kasarvadavali	Elevated	32.32	30	Under construction
Line 4A	Kasarvadavali – Gaimukh	Elevated (Extension of Line 4)	2.7	2	Under construction
Line 5	Thane – Bhiwandi – Kalyan	Elevated	24.90	15	Partly under construction
Line 6	Swami Samarth Nagar – Vikhroli (EEH)	Elevated	15.31	13	Under construction

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KMRL Announces Bidders for Escalator Contract of Kochi Metro Phase 2

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03/10/2025

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KOCHI (Metro Rail News): The Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has announced the list of bidders that have submitted their proposals for the escalator contract under Phase 2 of the Kochi Metro Project.

Phase 2 of the metro comprises a single corridor, the Pink Line, which stretches 11.2 km from JLN Stadium to Infopark II. This corridor will include 11 stations. The installation of escalators at these stations will play a crucial role in ensuring passenger convenience, accessibility, and safe movement across the infrastructure.

Tender Details

Sl. No.	Particulars	Details
1	Tender Id	2025_KMRL_787174_1
2	Tender No	KMRL/PROC/TENDER/2025-26/046
3	Tender Id	2025_KMRL_787174_1
4	Tender Authority	Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL)
5	Bid Security	₹ 45,26,000

Brief Scope of Work: Design, Manufacturing, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning Of Heavy Duty Escalators For Phase II of The Kochi Metro Rail Project.

Sl. No.	Bidder Name	Status
1	Johnson Lifts Private Limited	Accepted – Technical
2	Otis Elevator Company (India) Limited	Accepted – Technical
3	Schindler India Private Limited	Accepted – Technical

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2 Firms Bid for Independent Safety Assessment Work of Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project

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03/10/2025

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MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has announced the list of bidders that have submitted their proposals for undertaking consultancy services related to the Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project.

The selected consultant will be responsible for carrying out an independent and objective evaluation of all safety aspects across the entire project to ensure compliance with international standards and increase the overall reliability of India’s first high-speed rail corridor.

Field	Details
Bid Security	Rs 1,38,50,000
Tender No	NHSRCL/CO/OS/ISA/2025/09
Tender Id	2025_NHSRC_237274_1
Tender Authority	National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL)
Contract Duration:	2558 Days

Scope of work: Selection of Consultant for Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) of Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project

Bidders’ Details

Firm	Status
Italcertifer S.P.A.	Accepted-Technical
AETHER Engineering Solutions Pvt. Ltd.	Accepted-Technical

Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project

The Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) Project, also known as the Bullet Train Project, is India’s first high-speed rail initiative, which is currently under construction. The corridor stretches 508 km between Mumbai in Maharashtra and Ahmedabad in Gujarat. The alignment includes a total of 12 stations, of which 8 are located in Gujarat and 4 in Maharashtra. The first section of the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor is expected to become operational in 2027.

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NCRTC Expands Power Exchange Procurement to Muradnagar RSS

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01/10/2025

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In a significant move towards enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring financial sustainability of India’s first Namo Bharat, NCRTC has expanded its power procurement through the Power Exchange (PTC India Ltd.) to include its drawl point at Muradnagar RSS in Uttar Pradesh, in addition to the one at Ghaziabad. This marks a progressive step in securing reliable and economical electricity for powering train operations and station infrastructure.

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The drawl point, the Receiving Sub-Station (RSS) for Namo Bharat, serves as the interface through which electricity is drawn from the grid to support seamless train operations and commuter facilities. With both Ghaziabad and Muradnagar RSS now procuring power through exchange, NCRTC has strengthened its framework in cost-optimization and dependable power supply across the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor.

For the operations of Namo Bharat services, NCRTC requires approximately 326 million units of energy annually, amounting to a financial outgo of nearly ₹250 crore per year. Energy expenses constitute about 30–35% of NCRTC’s total operational expenditure, making power optimization a critical focus area. Procuring power through the exchange will help NCRTC cut costs, with savings of over ₹3 crore a year already expected from the Ghaziabad drawl point alone. The expansion to Muradnagar RSS is expected to add further of similar amount to this initiative.

To facilitate this arrangement, NCRTC has partnered with PTC India Ltd (formerly Power Trading Corporation of India Limited) to buy electricity through the power exchanges. This arrangement is being implemented in coordination with Uttar Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation Limited (UPPTCL), with which NCRTC has also signed an Connectivity agreement.

Sustainability is a key focus area of this initiative. Of the total electricity procured through the exchange, nearly 15% is targeted to be sourced from green energy annually including through exchange under Green Day Ahead Market(GDAM). This aligns with NCRTC’s broader commitment to reducing carbon emissions and advancing clean energy adoption as part of its vision for modern, eco-friendly regional mobility.

As the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor is being commissioned in phases, power procurement through the exchange will also be progressively scaled to cover other drawl points in Uttar Pradesh and Delhi. Currently, 55 km of the corridor with 11 stations is operational, with the remaining sections scheduled for commissioning soon.

Through this expansion of exchange-based procurement, NCRTC continues to reinforce its focus on sustainable transportation, operational efficiency, and long-term economic viability, delivering reliable and affordable power for India’s first Namo Bharat.

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ADB Approves $190 Million Loan for Indore Metro Project

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01/10/2025

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INDORE (Metro Rail News): Indore Metro Rail Project progressed as Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $190 million loan to support the development of the Indore Metro.

Phase 1 of the Indore Metro features a single corridor, the Yellow Line which spans 33.53 km connecting Palasia – Railway Station – Rajwara – Airport – Bhawarsala – MR10 – Palasia.

The approved ADB loan will finance the construction of an 8.62-kilometer underground metro line with seven stations, connecting congested areas of Indore to the airport.

The total cost of the Indore Metro Project is estimated to be USD 1,200 million. The project’s financing structure includes equal equity contributions from the Central Government and the Madhya Pradesh State Government and loans from multilateral agencies including ADB and the New Development Bank (NDB).

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ADB Approves $299 Million Loan for the Delhi-Meerut RRTS Project

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01/10/2025

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Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) Project progressed as Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved the $299 million loan as the final tranche of the Multi-Tranche Financing Facility (MFF) on 30 September for the project.

ADB is financing the Delhi-Meerut RRTS project under its Multi-tranche Financing Facility (MFF) in a total of four tranches.

The Delhi-Meerut RRTS project has a total estimated cost of ₹30,274 crore (around US$3.5 billion) which is supported by a multi-layered financing framework combining international development banks with central and state government contributions.

The estimated financing plan for the Delhi-Meerut RRTS Investment Project is summarised below.

Funding Source	Amount (₹ Crores)	Share (%)
Asian Development Bank (ADB)	8,706.7	30.4%
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank	4,150.0	14.5%
Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction	24.9	0.1%
Government	15,750.9	55.0%
Total Project Cost	28,632.5	100.0%

The Delhi-Meerut RRTS Corridor is a 82 km semi-high speed rail corridor which connects Delhi, Ghaziabad, and Meerut. Currently the 55 km stretch of Delhi-Meerut RRTS Corridor between New Ashok Nagar and Meerut South covering 11 stations is operational.

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