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India’s 1st Underwater Rail-Road Tunnel Gets Centre Approval 

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India’s 1st Underwater Rail-Road Tunnel Gets Centre Approval 

In line with the vision to streamline Northeast India’s connectivity, an inter-ministerial committee chaired by the expenditure secretary has granted in-principle approval for India’s first 15.8km twin-tube underwater tunnel beneath the Brahmaputra River in Assam and this tunnel will facilitate the movement of both road and rail vehicles. This pioneering project will enhance strategic access and regional integration by linking Gohpur on one bank with Numaligarh on the other.

The underwater infrastructure features two parallel tunnels, each for unidirectional traffic. One tunnel will be dedicated to road vehicles with two lanes, and the other will be for housing a single railway track. 

Both the tunnels will be constructed approximately 32 meters beneath the riverbed’s deepest point, positioning this as one of the Northeast’s most intricate infrastructure projects.

The tunnel integrates into a broader 33.7-km package encompassing approach roads and railway lines, with an estimated total cost of Rs 18,600 crore. Funding will be shared across the ministries of road transport and highways, railways, and defence.

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Power Mech Projects Becomes L1 for O & M Contract of Mumbai Monorail

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Power Mech Projects Becomes L1 for O & M Contract of Mumbai Monorail

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): Power Mech Projects Ltd has emerged as a lowest bidder for the Operations and Maintenance contract of Mumbai Monorail Project. 

Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) invited bids for this contract with a 1825 Days deadline. Technical bids were opened on 12 Nov 2025 announcing that 4 firms have submitted bids for this contract.Technical evaluation of the submitted bids occurred on 1 Jan 2026. However, 2 firm bids were rejected during the evaluation round. Subsequently, financial bids were opened for the technically qualified bidders and after the financial evaluation round Power Mech Projects Ltd was declared as the lowest bidder for the contract. 

Financial Bid Values 

Firms Bid Value 
Power Mech Projects Ltd₹ 296.4 Cr
Adani Infrastructure Management Services Limited₹ 308.4 Cr

Contracts Scope of Work: Operations and Maintenance O and M of the Mumbai Monorail Sant Gadge Maharaj Chowk to Chembur. 

Currently, the Phase 1 of Mumbai Monorail Project is Operational. The Phase 1 of Mumbai Monorail consists of one corridor which spans 19.54 km connecting Chembur – Wadala – Jacob Circle. 

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UPMRCL Invite Bids for Civil Contract Worth Rs. 492 Cr of Lucknow Metro 

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UPMRCL Invite Bids for Civil Contract Worth Rs. 492 Cr of Lucknow Metro 

LUCKNOW (Metro Rail News): Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRCL) has invited tenders for the civil contract of Phase-1B of Lucknow Metro. 

Tender Details 

Opening Date1 Jan 2026
Closing Date2 Feb 2026
Tender Security /EMD Rs. 9.84 Crore  
Tender Id2025_UPMRC_261191_1
Tender NoLKCC(02)-02
Approximate cost of workRs. 492.22 Crores
Completion period of the Work 30 Months
Pre-bid Meeting12.01.2026

Contracts Scope of Work: Design and Construction of Main Line Elevated Viaduct from ThakurGanj Metro Station to Vasantkunj Metro Station (approx. 4.6 kms including station length) including construction of ramp (Approx. 740.00m) to connect viaduct & Depot Entry/Exit and 5 nos. of Elevated Metro Stations i.e., Thakurganj, Balaganj, Sarfarajganj, Musabagh & Vasantkunj, including Civil, Associated Ancillary Structures, PEB structures, Architectural work, Water Supply, Sanitary Installation, Drainage, External Development, Fire Fighting arrangement, E&M works in Phase-1B of Lucknow Metro at Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Currently, Phase 1A of Lucknow Metro is operational while Phase 2B  is under implementation. The details of the corridors have been mentioned below: 

Corridor Route Elevated Underground  Total LengthCurrent Status 
Phase 1ACCS Airport- Munshi Pulia19.438 km3.440 km22.878 kmOperational 
Phase 1BLucknow Railway Station– Vasant Kunj4.548 km6.550 km11.098 kmUnder-Implementation 
Total 23.986 km9.990 km33.976 km

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CMRL to Commission 15km Section of Chennai Metro Phase 2 in February

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CMRL to Commission 15km Section of Chennai Metro Phase 2 in February

CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): Chennai Metro Rail Limited(CMRL) has revised its rollout strategy for Phase II operations. Instead of beginning services on a shorter section and extending them later, the CMRL now plans to open the 15.8-km corridor between Poonamallee Bypass and Vadapalani directly in February.

This change signals a departure from the earlier approach, which envisaged starting operations on the Poonamallee Bypass-Porur Junction stretch by the end of January, followed by an extension to Vadapalani a month later. 

Preparatory work for the launch of Phase II services is moving into a critical stage. The first round of inspections by the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS), which focused on the rolling stock, has already been completed. The final CMRS inspection, which will assess station facilities and overall readiness for passenger operations, is expected to take place in the last week of January.

On the infrastructure front, a key task still remains: laying nearly 2 km of track between Porur Junction and Vadapalani, split equally between the up and down lines. CMRL aims to complete at least the down line by January 9 so that trial runs can begin. 

To address the challenge, CMRL has stepped up execution on the ground by mobilising around 600 workers to expedite track-laying activities. The coming days will therefore be decisive in determining whether trial operations can start as planned and whether the project remains on track for its targeted service launch.

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1st Vande Bharat Sleeper to Run Between Guwahati and Howrah

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1st Vande Bharat Sleeper to Run Between Guwahati and Howrah

Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the first-ever Vande Bharat Sleeper Train will operate between Guwahati in Assam and Howrah in West Bengal. 

Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed that the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train has undergone complete trials, testing, and certification successfully. In January, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will flag off the inaugural service on the Guwahati–Howrah route.

The Minister highlighted this as a major milestone for Indian Railways, the nation, and its passengers. He added that 2026 will usher in substantial reforms for Indian Railways, including several passenger-focused initiatives.

As per the Release, The districts benefitted by the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train include Kamrup Metropolitan and Bongaigaon in Assam State, and Coochbehar, Jalpaiguri, Maldah, Murshidabad, Purba Bardhaman, Hooghly, and Howrah in West Bengal State. 

The Vande Bharat Sleeper Train will feature 16 Coaches including 11 three-tier AC coaches, 4 two-tier AC coaches, and 1 first-class AC coach, accommodating approximately 823 passengers. 

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Indian Railway Commissions Kavach 4.0 on Bajwa-Ahmedabad section

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Indian Railway Commissions Kavach 4.0 on Bajwa-Ahmedabad section

Kavach 4.0, the latest advancement in Indian Railways’ indigenous Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, has been successfully commissioned on Gujarat’s 96-km Bajwa (Vadodara)–Ahmedabad section.  The project covers 17 stations and features comprehensive infrastructure, including 23 towers, 20 Kavach buildings/huts, 192 km of optical fibre cable, and 2,872 RFID tags.

The first Kavach-enabled train on this route, the Sankalp Fast Passenger (59549/59550), operated using WAP-7 locomotives and 11 LHB coaches.

Kavach 4.0 is now fully functional on this section and enhances safety by automatically addressing Signal Passed at Danger (SPAD) incidents, enforcing speed controls across sections, loops, and Permanent Speed Restrictions, and guarding against head-on or rear-end collisions. It also incorporates an SOS feature and automatic whistling at level crossings.

As per the Release, So far, Kavach has been implemented on more than 2200 Route Kilometres. Kavach is an indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system of Indian Railways, designed to provide the highest level of operational safety. 

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RVNL Becomes L1 for ₹201.23 Crore Wagon Overhaul Workshop Project

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RVNL Becomes L1 for ₹201.23 Crore Wagon Overhaul Workshop Project

Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd (RVNL) has emerged as the lowest bidder for a major contract worth ₹201,23 Crore from East Coast Railway. Under this contract RVNL will set up a wagon periodical overhaul (POH) workshop.

Contract Value: ₹201,23 Cr 

Contract Duration: 18 Months

The project involves the setting up of a wagon periodical overhaul (POH) workshop with a capacity of 200 wagons at Kantabanji. 

Recently, Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd also received a letter of acceptance (LOA) for a contract worth ₹145.35 crore from Southern Railway. 

The contract covers the design, supply, erection, testing and commissioning of Scott-connected traction substations, power quality equipment, switching posts, a 2×25 kV feeding system, and SCADA and automatic fault locator systems in the Jolarpettai-Salem section of the Salem division.

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Symbroj Media Wishes You a Very Happy New Year 2026!

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Symbroj Media Wishes You a Very Happy New Year 2026!

Symbroj Media Pvt. Ltd. – an initiative of Symbroj Group of Companies wishes you a Very Happy New Year 2026. We hope the new year brings good health, new opportunities and continued success. 

We feel immense pride and fulfilled as we complete 10 remarkable years of Metro Rail News while we enter 2026. What started on 26th January 2015 as an initiative to provide the latest news, information & updates from the rail transport industry has now evolved as the industry’s most trusted platform with a strong readership of 2 Million+ monthly readers from both India and globally. This journey would not have been possible without the unwavering support from our readers, contributors, advertisers and partners. 

This journey is being driven by your trust, engagement & encouragement. We sincerely thank the metro, railway, RRTS, HSR & allied industry professionals who have reflected their reliance & support for insights, analysis & updates from Metro Rail News.

Over these years, we have focused on highlighting the innovations, policies, developments, projects & new technologies that are shaping the future of rail transport industry. As the industry is moving towards sustainability, digital transformation & passenger friendly solutions, we reiterate our commitment to being your trusted source of information. 

Building on this momentum, we proudly announce the 6th Edition of InnoMetro which will take place on 21-22 May 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. This edition also brings an opportunity of recognition with the Metro Rail News Awards taking place on this only platform. These awards will honor individuals and organizations whose contributions have advanced the industry and set new standards for performance and innovation. 

As we begin this year, we confirm our commitment to providing high-quality journalism, insightful features, and impactful platforms that support the growth of the rail transport sector. We look forward to another year of collaboration, innovation, and shared success with you. Once again, we wish you and your loved ones a joyful, prosperous, and fulfilling New Year 2026. May the year ahead bring new achievements, meaningful partnerships, and continued progress for the metro and rail industry. 

Warm regards,

Narendra Shah

Managing Editor

Metro Rail News

L&T Technology Becomes  L1 for Telecommunication Contract of Kochi Metro Phase 2 

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L&T Technology Becomes  L1 for Telecommunication Contract of Kochi Metro Phase 2 

KOCHI (Metro Rail News): Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has announced L&T Technology Services Limited as the lowest bidder for the Telecommunication System contract of Kochi Metro Phase 2. 

KMRL invited bids for this contract with a 730 Days deadline. Technical bids were opened on 17 Nov 2025 announcing that 3 firms have submitted bids for the contract. Technical evaluation of the submitted bids occurred on 30 Dec 2025. Financial bids were opened on the same day and after financial evaluation of the bids  L&T Technology Services Limited was announced as the lowest bidder for the contract. 

Financial Bid Values 

Firms Bid Value 
L&T  Technology Services Limited₹ 95.3 Cr
Alstom Transport India Limited₹ 116.7 Cr
Siemens Limited₹ 103.3 Cr

Contracts Scope of Work: Design, Manufacture,Supply, Installation, Testing, and Commissioning of Telecommunication System for Phase-II of Kochi Metro Rail Project.

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

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Bids Invited for Ballastless Track Maintenance in Chennai Metro Phase 1 Network

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Bids Invited for Ballastless Track Maintenance in Chennai Metro Phase 1 Network

CHENNAI (Metro Rail News): Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has floated a tender for the comprehensive maintenance of ballastless track across Chennai Metro Phase 1 and its Phase 1 Extension. 

Tender Information

Tender Id2025_CMRL_891275_1
Tender NoCMRL / Track / O_M / 2025
Pre-bid Meeting20-January-2026
Bid Submission Deadline5 February 2026
EMD₹ 23,00,000

CMRL’s Brief Scope of Work: Comprehensive Maintenance of Ballastless Track for Elevated, Underground and Depot sections in Phase 1 and Phase 1 Extension.

Chennai Metro Phase 1 comprises a 45 km network developed along two corridors-Washermenpet to Chennai International Airport and Chennai Central to St. Thomas Mount. The Phase 1 Extension between Washermenpet and Wimco Nagar, commissioned in 2021, which strengthened metro connectivity in the city’s northern and north-eastern zones, which are characterised by high population density and limited mass transit options. This extension has since been integrated into the broader expansion roadmap and is now being followed by the larger Phase 2 programme, which is intended to further augment network capacity and geographic coverage across Chennai.

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