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Parliamentary Standing Committee On Urban Development Travels In Kochi Metro

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KOCHI (Metro Rail News): Parliamentary standing committee on Urban Development consisting of Members of Parliament led by Shri Jagadambika Pal, Member of Parliament and Chairman of the committee along with his team travelled in Kochi Metro Rail from JawaharLal Nehru Station to Muttom metro station. They were on their inspections at various places in Kochi.
At Muttom Metro station, the Committee interacted with the women employees.
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They understood and appreciated the role played by the women and transgender employees in the environment of the cutting-edge metro rail technology. The committee appreciated the progressive measures taken by Kochi Metro for maintaining station cleanliness and safety of the passengers. The rigorous drive taken by Kochi Metro for maintaining a safe environment and protocol during this Corona times have been appreciated by the Committee.
Earlier, Kochi Metro had declared Muttom Metro Station as a regular “ALL WOMEN” metro station. Muttom station is managed only by women employees including the functions of station management, ticketing, housekeeping, customer facilitation and security. Some of the trains are already being driven by women employees.
“This is my first visit to an Indian Metro as chairman of the committee and I appreciate the initiatives taken by Kochi Metro Rail for women’s empowerment; a glaring example for its social responsibility and commitment.” said Shri Jagadambika Pal, Chairman of the Committee.

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Medha Servo Bags Tender Worth Rs 2211 Crore for Vande Bharat Train Sets

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NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): The Indian Railways recently awarded Hyderabad-based Medha Servo Drives Pvt. Ltd a ₹2,211 crore tender for procurement of Vande Bharat Express or Train 18.The contract includes designing and manufacturing propulsion, control and other equipment required for making 44 rakes of Vande Bharat-type train sets in a recent development.

“Indian Railways has awarded the work of design and manufacturing of propulsion, control & other equipment for making 44 rakes (16 car each) of ‘Vande Bharat’ type train sets,” the Railway Ministry said via twitter.

“The contract is worth around ₹2,211 crore and has been awarded to the Medha Servo Drives Pvt. Ltd, Hyderabad,” an official was stated saying.

Earlier in August, the Railways had cancelled the tender for the manufacturing of the 44 rakes of Train 18, which has been re-christened as Vande Bharat Express. The scrapped tender had allowed indigenous content of 50%.The move came after the Chinese joint venture company CRRC Pioneer Electric (India) Private Limited emerged as the only foreign bidder among the six contenders for manufacturing the semi-high speed trains.In September, the tender was floated again, mandating 75% local content, making it an indigenous contract.

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Pune Metro Jobs: Last Date To Apply For Recruitment Exam Extended

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PUNE (Metro Rail News): The last date to apply for the exam for the recruitment of Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Junior Engineer, Technician and other posts in Pune Metro has been extended.

The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited has extended the date till January 31 2021.The online applications are open since December 10 2020. Earlier the last date for online application was January 21 2021.

However, now the MahaMetro has extended the deadline for online application.
Candidates who want to appear for the exam can apply on mahametro.org. They can apply for Multiple post basis their qualification.

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Lucknow Metro Achieves Fastest Ridership Recovery After Corona : Kumar Keshav

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  • Sanitization and other cleanliness measures will continue even after Covid: Kumar Keshav.

LUCKNOW (Metro Rail News): In a webinar organized by Lucknow Management Association on the theme of ‘Future of Metro Services’, Mr. Kumar Keshav, Managing Director of Uttar Pradesh Metro, described Metro Rail Transport as the backbone of urban transport system and said that under increasing pressure on cities, Metro has emerged as the best option for intercity transportation. He said that Lucknow Metro has achieved the fastest ridership recovery after Covid and the cleanliness measures taken during this period will be continued in future also, even after situation becomes normal.

“Ms. Kavita Pathak, Mr. A.K. Mathur, Mr. Praveen Dwivedi, Kazi Meeraj Ahmed,Mr. Rajiv Pradhan, Mr. Anupam Saxena, Mr. Shishir Jindal and other distinguished guests participated in this webinar. Managing Director, Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd., Mr. Keshav said in his address that the Lucknow Metro had completed its construction work 36 days before the deadline and set an example for other metro projects”, it said in a statement.

At present construction work of Kanpur Metro Project is also progressing on full swing. Referring to the research conducted by her institute, Director of Jaipuria Institute of Management, Ms. Kavita Pathak said that Metro has made successful efforts to spread awareness about various facilities like, Go Smart Card and Ticket Vending Machine.
Speaking on the occasion he also highlighted the fact that, due to these efforts and public confidence, Lucknow Metro has been able to achieve the fastest ridership recovery in comparison of other metros. He said, we have already recovered 60 per cent of the ridership of pre Corona times. This achievement is also important because so far many important institutions like schools, colleges, offices etc. are still closed. Due to our efforts people have also shown their faith in Metro as the safest mode of travel in the city.

Mr. Keshav also emphasised on the need of a system like ‘One City One Card’ to make the city’s transport system more smooth and commuter friendly. Only by establishing coordination between different transport systems, we will be able to ensure last mile connectivity. The expansion of the Metro network in cities will also play an important role. He praised UP Metro team’s hard work and dedication, hoping that all the upcoming Metro Projects will also achieve similar success in future.

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Uttar Pradesh Metro Celebrates 72nd Republic Day With Fervour

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– Mr. Kumar Keshav, MD, Up Metro Inaugurates Organic Garden In Metro Depot  

LUCKNOW (Metro Rail News): Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) celebrated 72nd Republic day on January 26, 2021 at both its Administrative building, Gomti Nagar and Metro Depot at Transport Nagar with great fervour.

The celebrations began with the Flag Hoisting by Managing Director Mr. Kumar Keshav along with other Directors & senior officials in the presence of other UPMRC employees followed by National Anthem. On this occasion Shri Keshav dedicated his address to all the corona warriors who served the nation with great dedication. He also said that in the coming days, Gorakhpur and Meerut Metro Projects are also likely to be approved by the state government which will be a great opportunity for us to serve the nation. After the national anthem at the Depot, Shri Kumar Keshav inaugurated ‘Keshav Vatika’, an organic garden at Transport Nagar Depot.
In his Republic Day address, Mr. Kumar Keshav said, “We are proud of the constitution of our country, which not only mentions our fundamental rights but also our fundamental duties. By being dedicated to our work, we can serve our nation in a true way. Even in trying circumstances arising from the corona, employees of U. P. Metro have performed their duties with full devotion. As a result, we have been able to rapidly improve our ridership. At present, construction work of Kanpur and Agra Metro Project is in full swing. In the coming days, U.P. Metro can also get the responsibility of Meerut and Gorakhpur Metro Projects which will be a big opportunity for us to showcase our capabilities. In this way, we will be contributing in the development work at both eastern as well as western wings of Uttar Pradesh, which will be a great achievement for us. Following the ideals of Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi and Netaji, Subhash Chandra Bose, we pledge to do our work with full honesty and commitment in future also.’’

The special organic garden inaugurated at Transport Nagar Metro Depot has added feather to UPMRC’s hat and strengthens its mission of Green Mobility. With most of the plants of medicinal value, ‘Keshav Vatika’ holds ayurvedic significance other than its ornamental value. Shri Kumar Keshav along with Directors and other senior officials started the plantation drive at the organic garden by planting saplings of Amla, Neem, Lemon and many more.
“The Republic Day festivities continued in the later half of the day with a dedicated musical band performance by the Lucknow Metro employees at Hazratganj Metro Station. The Lucknow Metro Band is comprised of solely Lucknow Metro employees who have received in-house training to pursue their interests in music. The band performed on melodious patriotic songs in the presence of Managing Director Shri Kumar Keshav and other senior officials at Hazratganj Metro Station. Soon after the performance, he lauded the performers. He also interacted with the passengers who had all gathered to be a part of the mesmerising patriotic atmosphere created by Lucknow metro band”, the UPMRC said.

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Kochi Metro Organises “Metro Cyclothon-2021” On Republic Day

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KOCHI (Metro Rail News): Kochi Metro Rail Ltd has organised “Metro Cyclothon-2021” on the Republic day, the 26th January 2021, in Kochi. The theme for this event was “HEALTHY MOBILITY FOR HEALTHY LIFE”. Earlier overwhelming response was received during the registrations.

The event, Metro Cyclothon 2021 was flagged off by Advocate M.Anil Kumar, Mayor of Kochi Municipal Corporation at 06:45 Hrs on 26th Jan 2021, in the presence of Shri.Hibi Eden, Member of Parliament, Ernakulam, Shri.PT Thomas, MLA,, Shri. T.J Vinod, MLA, shro Salim Chairman GCDA, Shri. Alkesh Kumar Sharma IAS, MD KMRL, Shri. Tom Jose, Chairman, KSINC, Shri. K.Mahesh Kumar IPS, DIG of Police, Shri. Jafar Malik IAS, CEO CSML and Shri. Harris Rasheed, Sub-Collector, Fort Kochi. The event invoked exemplary response from the public with large participation.
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The event was organised to encourage healthy, fit and sustainable lifestyle while making the sport of cycling popular amongst the Kochiites. The event was organized under the Campaign banner of HAEAL pharma, ‘Healthy Mobility for Healthy Life’ in association with Rajagiri Hospitals.

“More than 700 cycling enthusiasts including Shri.Hibi Eden, Honourable Member of Parliament, Ernakulam, Shri. Alkesh Kumar Sharma IAS, MD KMRL, Shri. Tom Jose, Chairman, KSINC, Shri. K.Mahesh Kumar IPS, DIG of Police, Shri. Jafar Malik IAS, CEO CSML and Shri. Harris Rasheed, Sub-Collector, Ernakulam took part in the 12- km Cyclothon”, the KMRL said in a statement.

A large number of youngsters and children (above the age of 10), irrespective of gender, participated in the Cyclothon. The event also got participation from members of various cycling clubs in the city and outside.

Mayor of Kochi addressed the gathering prior to flagging off. “This event is a message to the city of Kochi, that as we all stand together in this dais, we will stand for development of Kochi” Said Adv. Anil Kumar, Mayor of Kochi.

“Kochi is pedalling towards a cultural transition into green transport. Very soon we all be living in a city where pedestrian rights and cycling rights are given importance as in other parts of the world.”-Said Shri.Hibi Eden, member of Parliament.

Cine Actor Shri Unni Mukundan administered the Oath of Healthy life to the participants. Speaking at the occasion, Shri. Unni Mukundan, Cine Actor said “I am happy to be a part of this noble initiative by Kochi Metro Rail Limited. Such initiatives help in creating awareness and encourage people to understand the importance of using healthy and eco-friendly modes of transportation in our daily life.”

Managing Director, Kochi Metro welcomed the gathering. “This has been probably one of the largest participation in a Cyclothon in South India and we convey the message that we have to use more public transport and non motorised transport to make this city a healthy city “ added Shri. Alkesh Kumar Sharma IAS, MD KMRL.

Sixteen participants of the Cyclothon 2021 were selected through draw of lots and they were given prizes including six high quality hybrid cycles during the event.

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Maha-Metro celebrates fourth foundation day of Pune Metro Rail Project

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PUNE (Metro Rail News): The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation celebrated the fourth foundation day of the Pune Metro project on Sunday.

Durga Shankar Mishra, Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) and chairman, Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation, was the chief guest. The function was held at the Phugewadi office of Pune Metro.

“I visited different project sites of Pune Metro with MD MahaMetro and the team. This included inspection of almost ready Sant Tukaram Metro Station and metro ride from there to the next three stations under construction and visit of the ongoing multi-modal hub at Swargate Metro station”, Mr. Mishra wrote on Twitter.

“Four years ago, the Pune Metro project began with three employees. A team was built in quick time, tenders were called and finalised and in a record 7 months, the actual foundation of the first pier of the Pune Metro completed. Pune Metro has completed at least 48 per cent of the work as of now”, the MahaMetro said in a statement.

Mr. Mishra along with Dr. Brijesh Dixit, MD Maha-metro and other officials reviewed the progress of work in the 24th board of directors meeting held at the Phugewadi office.

We already have 708 km operational in 18 cities & under construction 1,016 km in 27 cities metro rails/ RRTS. This will proliferate speedily in new economically viable modes for different cities to transform urban landscape & provide ease in living to the citizens.

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10 firms show interest for Mumbai’s CSMT redevelopment plan

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MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): Ten firms including Adani Railways Transport, Godrej Properties, Oberoi Realty have shown interest in the redevelopment of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT). The Indian Railways Stations Development Corporation (ISRDC), which will be undertaking the redevelopment work of CSMT at cost of ₹1,642 crore, had called for request for qualification (RFQ) in August 2020. The redevelopment work of the terminus is likely to start from December 2021 and is expected to be completed by 2025  according to a news report by HT.
Firms which submitted RFQ include Adani Railways Transport, Godrej Properties, Oberoi Realty, ISQ Asia Infrastructure Investments, Kalpataru Power Transmission Ltd, Anchorage Infrastructure Investments Holdings Ltd, Brookfield Infrastructure Fund IV, Moribus Holdings Pte Ltd, and Keystone Realtors Pvt Ltd.

“The work on the redevelopment of the terminus will start by December 2021 or early 2022.
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A detailed project report (DPR) will be prepared and permissions required from the heritage committee will be sought. Initially, the work will be done on the outstation train side of the terminus and later on the suburban section,”  SK Lohia, managing director, IRSDC was quoted saying by HT. 

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Delhi-Varanasi Bullet Train: Fares To Be Between Rs 1,200-Rs 3,400

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NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): It would cost Rs 1,200 for Agra and Rs 3,400 for Varanasi from the national capital in the Delhi-Varanasi bullet train according to the detailed project report (DPR) of the proposed high speed corridor.
The DPR prepared by the National High Speed Rail Corporation has kept the train fare for Lucknow at Rs 2,300 and Rs 2,900 for Ayodhya as per a news report.
“The train fares for various destinations suggested in the DPR are indicative in nature and not final. There could be changes in the fare structure in the later stage,” according to an official.
Aiming at reducing travelling time between major cities, the high speed corridors are being planned across the country. There are various factors like project cost, paying capacity, type of patrons in the route are taken into account to decide the fare structure according to the official.
According to Indian railways, the indicative fares of the Delhi-Varanasi High Speed Corridor are ranging between 1.3 to 1.5 times of the Executive Class fares running in the sections.

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Republic Day : Delhi Metro To Operate At Specific Stations

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NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): As the nation gears up for the republic day celebrations, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) on Saturday announced it will operate partially on January 26 on the Yellow line i.e, the metro line between HUDA City Centre and Samaypur Badli stations. Besides, all metro parking lots will also remain closed from 6 am on January 25 till 2 pm on January 26, 2021 as a part of security arrangements for Republic Day celebrations in the national capital,. 

The DMRC issued a statement today mentioning the changes on the Delhi Metro Entry and exit at Central Secretariat and Udyog Bhawan Metro stations will remain closed from the start of revenue services till 12:00 noon.

Central Secretariat station will only be used for the interchange of passengers between Line 2 and Line 6. Entry and exit at Patel Chowk and Lok Kalyan Marg Metro stations will remain closed from 08:45 am to 12:00 noon.

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