Telangana Government to Take Over the Hyderabad Metro Phase 1

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26/09/2025

HYDERABAD (Metro Rail News): The Telangana government has formally agreed to take full control of Phase 1 of the Hyderabad Metro Rail, which can be seen as a setback for the world’s largest PPP in metro project. Under the agreement, the government will take on liabilities of around ₹13,000 crore and will pay Larsen & Toubro Ltd. (L&T) a settlement of ₹2,000 crore.

This decision was finalized after discussions between Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and L&T Chairman and MD S.N. Subrahmanyan on 25 September.

Hyderabad Metro Phase 1, currently operated by L&T’s subsidiary L&T Metro Rail (Hyderabad) Ltd., has been a persistent financial burden for the company. In its FY25 annual report, L&T reported a widened net loss of ₹626 crore from the project, alongside a 21% decline in operating and other income to ₹1,109 crore.

The increasing losses and limited government support led L&T to formally express its intent to withdraw from the venture. Under the new arrangement, the state will take over the debt and provide L&T with a one-time payout for its equity exit.

Although Chief Minister Reddy encouraged L&T to contribute to Phase 2 of the metro, the company declined to participate as an equity partner, citing concerns over financial structuring. L&T Chairman and MD S.N. Subrahmanyan also refrained from committing to any agreement on cost-sharing or revenue models.

With the finalisation of handover, the Telangana government is now positioned to secure central clearance for the next phase. However, the absence of a private partner could alter the financing and execution approach for Hyderabad Metro’s Phase 2.

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Godrej and Boyce Manufacturing Wins Architectural Finishing Contract of Kochi Metro Phase 2

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KOCHI (Metro Rail News): Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has announced Godrej and Boyce Manufacturing Company Limited as the lowest bidder for the architectural finishing contract of Kochi Metro Phase 2.

The Phase 2 of Kochi Metro consists of one metro corridor (Pink Line) which is currently under construction. The Pink Line of Kochi Metro spans 11.2 km from JLN Stadium to Infopark II through 11 stations.

KMRL floated this contract in 2025 with a completion deadline of 360 days. The technical bids were opened on 8 September 2025, revealing that two firms had participated. The technical evaluation took place on 23 September 2025, followed by the opening of financial bids for the technically qualified bidders on the same day. In the financial evaluation stage, Godrej and Boyce Manufacturing Company emerged as the lowest bidder for the contract.

Financial Bid Values

Firm	Value
Crescent Contractors Pvt. Ltd.	₹ 55.2 Cr
Godrej and Boyce Manufacturing Company Limited	₹ 45 Cr

Contract Scope of Work: Architectural and finishing works including Block work, Plumbing and other interior works of Five elevated metro stations (Palarivattom Junction, Alinchuvadu, Chembumukku, Vazhakkala an Padamughal for Phase- II of Kochi Metro Rail Ltd.

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Hitachi Rail Wins AFC Contract for Phase-2A & 2B of Bangalore Metro

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25/09/2025

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BANGALORE (Metro Rail News): Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has announced Hitachi Rail GTS India as the lowest bidder for the Automatic Fare Collection System (AFC) contract for Phase-2A and 2B of Bangalore Metro.

The Phase 2A of Bangalore Metro consists of one metro corridor (Blue Line) which spans 18 km from Silk Board to K.R. The Phase 2B of the Bangalore Metro is the under construction “airport-link” section of the Blue Line, which spans 37 km from Bengaluru city to Kempegowda International Airport (KIAL) in Devanahalli featuring 17 stations.

BMRCL had invited bids for this contract in 2025 with a completion deadline of 441 days. The technical bids were opened on 28 May 2025, revealing that five firms had participated. Following the technical evaluation conducted on 22 September 2025, three bidders were disqualified. Subsequently, the financial bids of the technically qualified contenders were opened on 24 September 2025, where Hitachi Rail GTS India emerged as the lowest bidder for the contract.

Financial Bid Values

Firm	Bid Value
Hitachi Rail GTS India	₹ 76 Cr
TVM Signalling and Transportation Systems	₹ 99.2 Cr

Contract Scope of Work: Design, Manufacture, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Automatic Fare Collection System (SLE, SC and CCS) for Phase-2A and 2B and Integration with Existing AFC System of Bangalore Metro.

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Bids Invited for Architectural Finishing Contract of Mumbai Metro Line 4

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25/09/2025

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MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has invited bids for the Architectural Finishing contract of Mumbai Metro Line 4. The Line 4 of Mumbai Metro spans 32.32 km from Wadala to Kasarvadavali featuring 30 stations.

Tender Details

Opening Date	22 Sep 2025
Closing Date	13 Oct 2025
EMD	₹ 1,00,000
Tender Id	2025_MMRDA_1220864_1
Tender No	MMRDA/4/MMRP/CA-290

The contracts scope of work includes the Architectural Finishing work for 6 Elevated Stations of Mumbai Metro Line 4. The stations have been mentioned below:

Stations: Gandhi Nagar, Naval Housing, Bhandup Mahapalika, Bhandup Metro, Shangrila and Sonapur

Brief Scope of Work: Architectural Finishing and Plumbing Works Including Interior Fit outs, Facade etc. for 06 Elevated Stations viz. Gandhi Nagar, Naval Housing, Bhandup Mahapalika, Bhandup Metro, Shangrila and Sonapur Metro Station Of Metro Line-4 Corridor [Wadala-Ghatkopar-Mulund-Thane-Kasarvadavali] of Mumbai Metro Rail Project Of MMRDA.

Also Read: Maharashtra CM Flags Off Mumbai Metro Line 4 Trial

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HCC Bags Package PC05 & PC06 of Patna Metro

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24/09/2025

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PATNA (Metro Rail News): Hindustan Construction Company Limited (HCC) has secured two major contracts of Patna Metro Project, Packages PC05 and PC06, worth a combined value of ₹2,566 crore from Patna Metro Rail Corporation Limited (PMRCL).

The Package PC05 and PC06 of Patna Metro will be financed through a loan from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and each package has a completion deadline of 42 months.

Package PC05 Of Patna Metro

The scope of work under this package comprises the construction of twin tunnels, an underground ramp at Mithapur, and three underground metro stations. The stations have been mentioned below:

Stations: Vikas Bhawan, Vidyut Bhawan, Patna Station

In addition, the package includes architectural finishing, water supply systems, sanitary installations, and drainage works for stations along the Danapur to Khemnichak Corridor of Phase I of Patna Metro.

Brief Scope of PC-05: Design and Construction of Twin Tunnel by Shield TBM, Tunnel by Cut & Cover, Underground Ramp at Mithapur and Three Underground Metro Stations viz. Vikas Bhawan, Vidyut Bhawan & Patna Station including Architectural Finishing, Water Supply, Sanitary Installation & Drainage Works of Stations on Danapur to Khemnichak Corridor of Phase-I of Patna MRTS

Package PC06 Of Patna Metro

The scope of work under this package includes the construction of twin tunnels, an underground ramp at Rukanpura, and three underground metro stations. The stations have been mentioned below:

Stations: Rukanpura, Raja Bazar, Patna Zoo

The package further covers architectural finishing, water supply systems, sanitary installations, and drainage works for stations along the Danapur to Khemnichak Corridor of Phase I of Patna Metro.

Brief Scope of PC-06: Design and Construction of Twin Tunnel by Shield TBM, Tunnel by Cut & Cover, Underground Ramp at Rukanpura and Three Underground Metro Stations viz. Rukanpura, Raja Bazar & Patna Zoo including Architectural Finishing, Water Supply, Sanitary Installation & Drainage Works of Stations on Danapur to Khemnichak Corridor of Phase-I of Patna MRTS

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Jindal Steel Ltd. Awarded Supplier Excellence Recognition Certificate by Caterpillar Inc.

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24/09/2025

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Jindal Steel Ltd. has been awarded the prestigious Supplier Excellence Recognition (SER) Certificate by Caterpillar Inc., a world-renowned leader in yellow goods manufacturing, including construction and mining equipment. This honour places Jindal Steel Ltd among an elite group of steel suppliers worldwide to receive the SER recognition.

Jindal Steel considers this acknowledgement a crucial juncture in its pursuit of excellence, especially for its Q+Q&T portfolio of products. The Supplier Excellence Recognition Certificate highlights the company’s steadfast commitment to maintaining global standards in quality, delivery, cost efficiency, and innovation.

“This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire team at Angul. Being recognised by a global leader such as Caterpillar is both an honour and a motivation for us to keep raising the bar. We are committed to ensuring that Jindal Steel continues to deliver world-class products that meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and innovation”, said Mr Pankaj Malhan, Executive Director, Jindal Steel, in a statement.

Jindal Steel has maintained a robust and reliable partnership with Caterpillar since 2017–18. We are honoured to be India’s leading supplier of steel plates of quenched and quenched & tempered grades (Q+Q&T) for Caterpillar’s off-highway and large mining truck programs. This collaboration highlights Jindal Steel’s crucial contribution to Caterpillar’s worldwide operations.

Further strengthening the relationship, Jindal Steel also took part in Caterpillar’s centenary celebrations and the Global SER Event held in September 2025 in Dallas, USA. This annual event brings together Caterpillar’s worldwide suppliers and recognises the best among them for their outstanding contributions.

About Jindal Steel

Jindal Steel is one of India’s foremost integrated steel producers, renowned for its scale, efficiency, and commitment to excellence. Operating on a robust mine-to-metal model, the Company leverages captive resources, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and a global distribution network to deliver high-performance steel solutions. With an investment footprint exceeding USD 12 billion, Jindal Steel runs state-of-the-art facilities in Angul, Raigarh, and Patratu, and maintains strategic operations across India and Africa. Its diversified and future-ready product portfolio underpins core sectors such as infrastructure, construction, and manufacturing, powering progress through strength and sustainability.

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Maharashtra CM Flags Off Mumbai Metro Line 4 Trial

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23/09/2025

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THANE (Metro Rail News): The Mumbai Metro project has progressed with the commencement of trial runs on Line 4. This line will run for 32.3 km from Wadala to Kasarvadavali through an elevated alignment, and with its 2.8 km extension under Line 4A up to Gaimukh, the total length will be 35.1 km. The combined corridor will consist of 32 stations.

The initial trial run was conducted on a 4.4 km section between Gaimukh and Vijay Garden, covering four stations. This section is part of the first phase of the project. The trial was flagged off by Maharashtra CM, Shri Devendra Fadnavis.

Lines 4 and 4A are being developed by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). Line 4 extends 35.2 km from Wadala to Kasarvadavali, and the development of this line is expected to cost ₹14,549 crore, while Line 4A is a 2.88 km extension from Kasarvadavali to Gaimukh, costing approximately ₹949 crore.

The alignment passes through several densely populated areas and is designed to integrate with existing and upcoming metro lines. There is a potential future interchange with the proposed Mumbai Metro Line 11, which would extend connectivity from Wadala to CSMT.

On this occasion, Deputy Chief Minister Shinde said that more than 172 years after the inauguration of the railway in Thane, the city is now being served by a modern metro system, which is a historic moment for Thane. He added that the planned 58-km elevated corridor, which could result from integration with Metro Line 11, will be the first of its kind in India and is expected to support traffic management in the region.

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Pune Metro: ITD Cementation Secures Construction Work of Swargate – Katraj Extension

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23/09/2025

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Pune (Metro Rail News): ITD Cementation India Limited emerged as the lowest bidder for the civil construction works of the Pune Metro Purple Line’s southern extension, which stretches 5.46 km from Swargate to Katraj. The contract, awarded by Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro or MMRCL), plays a major role in the expansion of Pune’s metro network. The contract was awarded under the Package P1A-UGC(R).

This underground section will feature twin tunnels along the alignment and include the development of five new underground stations. These stations will be strategically located at Market Yard (Gultekdi), Bibwewadi, Padmawati, Balaji Nagar, and Katraj, thereby enhancing connectivity to some of the city’s most densely populated and commercially active areas. This extension is expected to address growing commuter demand in the southern parts of Pune while easing traffic congestion along the busy Swargate–Katraj corridor.

The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro) had invited bids for the Swargate to Katraj underground extension contract in October 2024. At the time of the tender announcement, the project design included three underground stations at Market Yard, Padmavati, and Katraj. Following a detailed process of consultation with various stakeholders, including inputs from government authorities and the general public, the scope of the project was revised.

As part of this revision, two additional underground stations were incorporated at Bibwewadi and Balaji Nagar. The inclusion of these new stations increased the overall estimated cost of the project to ₹3,637 crore. However, despite this expansion in scope, the construction timeline for the project has remained unchanged, with the contract duration fixed at 42 months.

The bidding process advanced further in July 2025, when Maha-Metro opened the technical bids for evaluation. A total of six firms submitted their proposals for the contract. The technical evaluation process was carried out meticulously, and the results were finalised on 17 September. The outcome confirmed that all six participating bidders successfully qualified.

Financial Bids of Technically Qualified Bidders

Firm	Bid (₹ Crore)
ITD Cementation	1,643.88
J Kumar Infraprojects (JKIL)	1,738.00
Larsen & Toubro (L&T)	1,747.00
Tata Projects Ltd. (TPL)	1,824.00
Afcons Infrastructure – Sam India JV	1,890.81
HCC – KPIL JV	1,999.00

Brief Scope: Design and construction of underground stations at Market Yard, Padmavati, and Katraj (Stage I), as well as Bibwewadi and Balaji Nagar (Stage II), along with associated tunnelling work at the North South Corridor of the Pune Metro Rail Project.

The Swargate to Katraj stretch is planned to operate as a continuation of Phase 1, linking directly with the 3.3 km underground section between District Court and Swargate.

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Announcing the 6th Edition of InnoMetro: India’s Prime Expo & Conference for Metro & Railway Industry

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22/09/2025

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NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): Metro Rail News is pleased to announce the 6th edition of InnoMetro, a global exhibition and conference dedicated to highlighting innovation and technology in the metro, railway, RRTS, HSR and allied industries. The event will take place from May 21-22, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, India.

The 6th edition of InnoMetro will carry forward its core vision of contributing to the growth of Metro & Railway infrastructure by bringing together innovators, industry leaders, policymakers, and solution providers on a single platform. It will facilitate the exchange of ideas, technologies, and collaborations so our nation can build an ecosystem of sustainable, efficient, and passenger-friendly mobility systems.

200+ Exhibitors

With over 200 local and global Exhibitors, the exhibition floor will thrive with the futuristic technologies and sustainable solutions that can serve as the cornerstone of a new era in rail mobility. InnoMetro provides a premier platform for product launches, which enables exhibitors to introduce their latest innovations directly to industry leaders, policymakers, and potential buyers.

10,000+ Business Visitors

The expo is expected to attract over 10,000 business visitors, including industry professionals from leading enterprises, and decision-makers from government bodies.

Featuring Bharat AI Pavilion

What distinguishes the 6th edition of InnoMetro from its previous editions is the introduction of a Bharat AI Pavilion, which will feature AI-powered technologies and solutions that can influence the future of rail and urban mobility. This Bharat AI Pavilion will showcase applications of artificial intelligence in areas such as predictive maintenance, traffic management, passenger services, safety systems, and energy optimisation.

Through this initiative, InnoMetro seeks to provide a platform for emerging startups and technology innovators who are engaged in the field of AI. The Bharat AI Pavilion aims to accelerate the adoption of AI-driven tools in Metro & Railways to enhance operational efficiency and support the development of sustainable and resilient urban rail mobility frameworks.

Focused Dialogues on Rail Mobility: Trends, Challenges & Opportunities

The conference will have structured discussions and presentations by technical experts, government officials and industry leaders across the world. The InnoMetro 2026 will focus on ”Transit-Oriented Development: Shaping Sustainable Urban Futures”. Topics will focus on emerging technologies, regulatory frameworks, financing models, railway infrastructure and the role of rail in achieving national development goals, particularly in the context of the “Make in India” initiative.

The key topics of the conference include:

Indigenous Locomotive Production Capacity: Meeting India’s Present and Future Rail Needs
From Local to Global: Building Standards for Indian Rolling Stock Exports
AI-Powered Predictive Maintenance
Global & Indian Trends in Autonomous & Driverless Train Operations
The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme: A New Era Station Redevelopment
Achieving Self-Reliance in Signalling and Control Systems
Turning Metro Stations into Smart Commercial Hubs
Bridging the Gap: The need for effective coordination between Central, State, and Urban Agencies
Enhancing Non-Fare Revenue through TOD & Smart Commercialisation
PPP in Railways: Rethinking Risk-Sharing and Long-Term Viability

The 6th edition of InnoMetro is designed to support the growth of the Indian rail sector by promoting indigenous capabilities and facilitating partnerships to improve the supply chain. It provides an opportunity for all innovators and stakeholders to contribute to a sustainable, efficient, and technologically advanced rail infrastructure.

Further details regarding participation, sponsorship, and registration are available on the official Innometro website.

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Bullet Train Project Hits Milestone with Undersea Tunnel Breakthrough

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22/09/2025

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Undersea Tunnel breakthrough- Bullet Train Project

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed rail (MAHSR) corridor reached a milestone on 20 September with the completion of a 4.88 km undersea tunnel section connecting Ghansoli and Shilphata in Maharashtra. This is part of a planned 21 km tunnel between the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) in Mumbai and Shilphata.

Historic Milestone Major Tunnel breakthrough achieved in Mumbai Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project 2

Railway officials reported that the excavation of the undersea tunnel beneath the Mumbai-Thane Creek for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train was carried out simultaneously from the Ghansoli and Shilphata sides. The teams faced challenging underwater conditions, including varying soil layers and confined spaces, which required careful planning and execution. The breakthrough was achieved when the two tunnel sections successfully met, signifying the completion of the 4.8 km stretch.

On this achievement, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, “This is an important milestone for the project as we construct India’s first undersea tunnel, connecting Mumbai and Thane through this challenging creek.

https://twitter.com/AshwiniVaishnaw/status/1969331297479983462

In addition to this, Railway Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw met a high-level Japanese delegation to review the progress of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed rail project on 19 September. During the discussions, officials explored the introduction of Japan’s E10 Shinkansen. Japan has agreed to provide this advanced train system to India. The Minister also clarified that the bullet train corridor and Vande Bharat trains operate on separate platforms, and the Shinkansen trains will exclusively run on the newly constructed bullet train corridor.

Had a detailed review of Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project. Both sides expressed satisfaction with its rapid progress. pic.twitter.com/M18mnRVeeh
— Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) September 19, 2025

Historic Milestone Major Tunnel breakthrough achieved in Mumbai Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project 4

The Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train corridor is designed to cut travel time between the two cities to just 2 hours and 7 minutes. Beyond faster travel, the project will enhance connectivity between major commercial hubs, promoting economic integration and facilitating knowledge transfer. The first section of the project, between Surat and Bilimora, is expected to be operational in 2027.

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