Larsen & Toubro Wins Track Contract T1 of Bullet Train Project

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07/07/2025

National High-Speed Rail Corporation Ltd. (NHSRCL) has announced Larsen & Toubro (L&T) as the lowest bidder for the track work package T-1 of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project.

Package T-1 is the third and final track installation package for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR Bullet Train) project, which spans 508.17 km, covering 12 stations.

In October 2024, NHSRCL invited bids for this contract with a 2157-day (5.9-year) deadline. Furthermore, technical bids were opened in May to reveal that 3 firms have submitted bids for the contract. However, during the technical evaluation, the KEC International – Rahee JV bid was rejected.

Financial Bid Value

Note: As per the latest conversion rate, this is the INR amount.

Firm	Bid
Larsen & Toubro	4571.37 cr (Rs. 1685.37 cr + JPY 44.75 bn + USD 28.34 mn)
DRA Infracon – DMRC JV	4776.05 cr (Rs. 2789.47 cr + JPY 33.63 bn)

IFB Number: Package No. MAHSR – T-1

The scope of Package T-1 concerns track work for the following packages:

Package C-1, which spans 1.028 km and includes the construction of the underground BKC Station by MEIL–HCC JV.
Package C-2 spans 20.377 km and includes the construction of an underground tunnel executed by Afcons Infrastructure.
Package C-3, spans 135.45 km and includes the construction of an elevated viaduct along with three stations being constructed by Larsen & Toubro.

Brief Scope: Design, Supply and Construction of Track Works including Testing and Commissioning on Design-Build Lump Sum Price basis for Double Line High Speed Railway between Mumbai Stn. at Bandra-Kurla complex (MAHSR Km. -0.255) and Zaroli Village (Km . 156.600)

Track Work contracts for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project

Package	Status
T-1 (Maharashtra): Design, Supply & Construction of Track & Track related works between HSR station at BKC/ Mumbai and Zaroli Village on MH/GJ border (156.855 km)	L&T is the lowest bidder
T-2 (Gujarat): Design, Supply & Construction of Track and Track related works between Zaroli Village and Vadodara (237.10 km)	Installation underway by IRCON International
T-3 (Gujarat): Design, Supply & Construction of Track and Track related works between Vadodara and Sabarmati Depot and workshops (114.60 km)	Installation underway by Larsen & Toubro

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PMRDA Completes the First Trial Run on Pune Metro Line 3

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05/07/2025

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PUNE (Metro Rail News): The Pune Metro Rail Project progressed as the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) successfully completed the first trial run on Line 3 between Hinjawadi and Shivajinagar.

Pune Metro Line-3, also known as the Puneri Metro, is a 23.3 km elevated metro corridor designed to connect Hinjawadi with Civil Court through 23 elevated stations.

A PMRDA Official said, “The metro work of Hinjawadi to Shivajinagar is 87 per cent complete. The first trial run of it was successfully completed from Mann depot to PMR 4 station,” as reported by The Indian Express.

The Pune Metro Line 3 is being developed on a public-private partnership (PPP) model through a joint venture of TATA and Siemens under the name Pune IT City Metro Rail Ltd. The deadline for the already delayed Metro Line-3 in Pune is March 2026.

Currently, Phase 1 of the Pune Metro is operational. Phase 1 consists of two operational corridors, Purple Line and Aqua Line, spanning a total length of 31.254 km. The Aqua Line spans 14.665 km between Vanaz and Ramwadi through 16 stations, and the Purple Line spans 16.589 km from Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) – Swargate through 14 stations.

Recently, the Central Government has also approved the extension of the Aqua Line under Phase 2 of the project, with a total estimated cost of ₹3,626.24 crore. The expansion includes a 1.12 km western extension from Vanaz to Chandani Chowk (Corridor 2A) and an 11.36 km eastern extension from Ramwadi to Wagholi/Vitthalwadi (Corridor 2B). To learn more about this news, click Here.

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Delhi Metro: RVNL Wins Civil Contract of Saket G Block- Lajpat Nagar Corridor

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DELHI (Metro Rail News): Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) as the lowest bidder for carrying out the viaduct & platform construction for the Golden Line Extension (Lajpat Nagar- Saket G Block) under Contract D2C-02.

The Golden Line’s Extension spans 8.385 km between Lajpat Nagar and Saket G Block. Originally, the Golden Line of Delhi Metro Phase 4 spans 23.622 km between Aerocity and Tughlakabad through 15 stations.

DMRC invited bids for this contract with a 1095-day deadline. Technical bids were opened on 25 April, revealing that 5 firms have submitted bids for the contract. The Technical Evaluation took place on 2 July. However, 2 firms’ bids out of 5 were rejected during this round. Financial bids were opened on 2 Jul,y revealing that RVNL is the lowest bidder for the contract.

Financial Bid Values

Firm	Bid Value
Rail Vikas Nigam Limited	₹ 447.4 Cr
H.G. Infra Engineering Limited	₹ 553.1 Cr
PNC Infratech Ltd	₹ 76.2 Cr

The awarded contractor will be responsible for the construction of a 7.298 km viaduct, including the construction of 7 stations (Only Platform) between Pushp Vihar and the Lajpat Nagar section of Golden Line’s Extension.

Brief Scope of Work: Part Design and Construction of Viaduct of Length 7.298 kms. from Chainage 1202.782 m to Chainage 8501.25 m including seven (07) stations (Only platforms) namely Pushp Vihar, Saket District Court, Pushpa Bhawan, Chirag Delhi, GK-1, Andrews Ganj and Lajpat Nagar including Pre-Engineered Building Structure in all stations of Lajpat Nagar to Saket G Block Corridor of Delhi MRTS Phase-IV Project.

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Delhi Meerut RRTS: Modipuram Depot Nearing Completion

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Construction work for the second Namo Bharat depot is progressing rapidly in Modipuram, Meerut. This facility is being established near the University of Agriculture and Technology campus to facilitate operations along the entire Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor.

Alongside the depot, the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) is also developing a dedicated Meerut Metro station, which is expected to improve connectivity for adjacent areas, including Pawli Khas, Daurala, Sakauti, and Powersa village. A Depot Control Centre (DCC) is also planned for the stations. The DCC will be responsible for overseeing operational control and train movements within the designated space of the depot premises.

Currently, Namo Bharat trains are being operated and maintained from an existing operational depot located in Duhai, Ghaziabad. As operations expand throughout the entire corridor, the necessity for an additional depot for ongoing operations and maintenance becomes increasingly critical. To address this requirement, another depot is being constructed in Modipuram.

A train workshop will also be established at the Modipuram depot, where maintenance for both Namo Bharat and Meerut Metro trains will be conducted. Furthermore, a 1.2 km-long test track will also be constructed on-site to facilitate comprehensive train testing.

Supporting infrastructure, including a Depot Scrap Yard and crucial technical units such as the Inspection Workshop (IWS) and the permanent-way office for track maintenance, is also being constructed at this depot. The facility will comprise four inspection bay lines (IBL) and four workshop lines to enable thorough train checks and maintenance. It will also feature stabling lines with the capacity to accommodate 34 train sets of both Namo Bharat and Meerut Metro.

An automatic coach washing plant will be set up for the external cleaning and washing of train sets at the Depot. Additionally, a heavy-cleaning shed is being established to allow for deep-cleaning and scheduled maintenance of the trains.

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Northeast Frontier Railway Floats ₹353 Cr EPC Tender for Kamarpara–Hilli Broad Gauge Line

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04/07/2025

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Northeast Frontier Railway has issued bids for Civil Engineering Works, Electrification Works, and Signalling Works for a new single Broad Gauge (BG) railway line between Kamarpara and Hilli, covering a length of 15.187 kilometres. This section is a part of the 29.60 Km Balurghat–Hilli New BG Railway Line Project, being implemented by the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR).

Tender Details

Opening Date	3 Jul 2025
Closing Date	22 Aug 2025
EMD	₹ 1,76,97,300
Tender Id	CE-CON-BH-EPC-2025-02-NFR-CONST HQ-ENGINEERING/N F RLY CONSTRUCTION
Tender No	CE-CON-BH-EPC-2025-02
Pre-Bid Conference Date	17/07/2025

Contract Value: ₹353.94 Cr

Contract Duration: 540 Days

Brief Scope of Work: Civil Engineering Works, Electrification Works and Signalling Works of New Single Broad Gauge line in Kamarpara-Hilli Section (Length: 15.187 km) in connection with the construction of Balurghat-Hilli New BG Railway Line Project of Northeast Frontier Railway (Construction on EPC mode ).

Balurghat–Hili Rail Expansion Project: Originally sanctioned in 2010, the Balurghat–Hili railway line project, spanning approximately 29 km, has experienced prolonged delays primarily due to land acquisition challenges. The project remained stalled for several years, which has affected connectivity plans in the region. However, following a directive from the Calcutta High Court, construction activities resumed in September 2022.

Subsequently, the District Land Reforms Department accelerated efforts to acquire the required land parcels to facilitate the long-pending development. The Ministry of Railways allocated ₹244crore in 2023 specifically for land acquisition. Once completed, the Balurghat–Hili rail line is expected to enhance regional connectivity in West Bengal’s Dakshin Dinajpur district, strengthen trade links near the India–Bangladesh border, and support socio-economic development in the region.

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West Central Railway Floats Tender for Track Work at 3 Stations in Bhopal Division

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04/07/2025

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As part of its ongoing capacity augmentation and infrastructure upgradation initiatives, West Central Railway has invited tenders for the execution of track works at three stations falling under the jurisdiction of the Senior Divisional Engineer (Central), Bhopal Division.

Tender Details

Opening Date	30 Jun 2025
Closing Date	24 Jul 2025
EMD	₹ 22,27,300
Tender Id	WCR-BPL-W-25-26-C-14-42-BHOPAL DIVISION-ENGG/WEST CENTRAL RLY
Tender No	WCR-BPL-W-25-26-C-14-42

Contract Value: ₹ 41.54 Cr

Contract Duration: 24 Months

The scope of the contract includes the supply of ballastless track systems at Rani Kamlapati, Narmadapuram, and Vidisha stations, falling under the jurisdiction of Sr. DEN/Central, Bhopal Division of West Central Railway.

Contracts Brief Scope of Work:

Part A) Rani Kamlapati (rkmp)- Planning, Designing, Drawing & Construction Of Ballastless Track At Rani Kamlapati Station At Pf No. 1, 2 & 3.

Part B) Narmadapuram (ndpm)- Planning, Designing, Drawing & Construction Of Ballastless Track At Narmadapuram Station At Pf Nos 1 & 2.

Part C) Vidisha (bhs)- Planning, Designing, Drawing & Construction Of Ballastless Track At Vidisha Station At Pf Nos 1 & 2.

Other Track Contract by West Central Railway

The West Central Railway has also invited bids for the track contract for the Bina-Itarsi section. The contract includes the supply of ballastless tracks for the Bina Station on the Bina-Itarsi Section.

Tender Details

Opening Date	1 Jul 2025
Closing Date	24 Jul 2025
EMD	₹ 10,34,000
Tender Id	WCR-BPL-W-25-26-N-07-44-BHOPAL DIVISION-ENGG/WEST CENTRAL RLY
Tender No	WCR-BPL-W-25-26-N-07-44

Contract Value: ₹ 17.67Cr

Contract Duration: 18 Months

Contracts Brief Scope of Work: Planning, Designing, Drawing & Construction of Ballastless Track at Bina Station.

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DMRC & CMRL Ink Agreement for O&M work of 3 Corridors of Chennai Metro

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DMRC & CMRL Ink Agreement for O&M work of Chennai Metro

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) have formalised an agreement for the Operation and Maintenance services for three corridors of Chennai Metro’s Phase-II, including Maintenance Depots at Madhavaram, Poonamallee & Semmancheri.

Corridor	Line	Route	Length
Corridor-3	Indigo Line	Madhavaram Milk Colony to Siruseri SIPCOT-II	45.4 km
Corridor- 4	Orange Line	Lighthouse to Poonamallee Bypass	26.09 km
Corridor-5	Red Line	Madhavaram Milk Colony to Sholinganallur	44.6 km

As per the agreement, DMRC will provide Operation and Maintenance services for approximately 15 years The contract, awarded through an international competitive bidding process on April 2, 2025, encompasses approximately 118 km of track and 112 stations across Corridors 3, 4, and 5.

The DMRC will assume responsibility for the management of various Operations and Maintenance Services, which primarily include train operations, station management, depot activities, and the Operational Control Centre, all of which will adhere to international standards.

This represents DMRC’s second major success in O&M under international bidding, following its successful acquisition of the Mumbai Metro Line 3 O&M Contract in 2023.

The first segment of the Chennai Metro Rail Limited Phase II is anticipated to become operational by December 2025, with the entire Phase II expected to be operational in a phased approach by December 2028.

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South Central Railway Issues Bids for Upgrading Traction System on Ongole-Gudur Section

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03/07/2025

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South Central Railway has issued bids for the upgradation of the electrical system on the Ongole – Gudur Section of the Vijayawada Division. The contract value stands at Rs. 236 Cr.

Tender Details

Opening Date	30 Jun 2025
Closing Date	19 Aug 2025
EMD	₹ 1,00,00,000
Tender Id	2x25KV-OHE-OGL-GDR-15-SCR HQ-ELECTRICAL/SOUTH CENTRAL RLY
Tender No	2x25KV-OHE-OGL-GDR-15
Pre-Bid Conference Date	25/07/2025

Contract Amount: Rs. 236 Cr ( Approx)

Contract Duration: 24 Months

Contracts Scope of Work: Design, Supply, Erection, Testing and Commissioning for OHE upgradation of existing 1X25kV system to 2X25kV AT Feeding System with Feeder and Earthing works in Ongole (OGL) (Incl) – Gudur (GDR) (Incl) section of Vijayawada Division under South Central Railway, Total 154 RKM/ 462 TKM.

Other Contract By South Central Railway

South Central Railway has also issued a tender for a Kavach Contract in the Guntakal and Guntur Divisions.

Tender Details

Opening Date	1 Jul 2025
Closing Date	1 Aug 2025
EMD	₹ 1,00,00,000
Tender Id	C-SG-PT-TCAS-07-PRJ-SC-S AND T/SOUTH CENTRAL RLY
Tender No	C-SG-PT-TCAS-07
Pre-Bid Conference Date	15/07/2025

Contract Amount: Rs. 204 Cr

Contract Duration: 30 Months

Contracts Scope of Work: Survey, Design, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Trackside Kavach equipment at Station/LC/IB/ABS Hut locations and associated works in Guntakal and Guntur Divisions of South Central Railway.

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South Eastern Railway Issued Bids for Upgrading Electrical System on Kharagpur-Tatanagar Section

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03/07/2025

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South Eastern Railway has issued bids for upgrading the electric traction system for the Kharagpur-Tatanagar section of the Kharagpur Division of South Eastern Railway.

Tender Details

Opening Date	1 Jul 2025
Closing Date	20 Aug 2025
EMD	₹ 91,06,500
Tender Id	SEROHE-KGP-TATA-2X25KV-RT-SER HQ-ELECTRICAL/SOUTH EASTERN RLY
Tender No	SEROHE-KGP-TATA-2X25KV-RT
Pre-Bid Conference Date	25/07/2025

Contract Amount: Rs. 179 Cr

Contract Duration: 24 Months

Contracts Scope of Work: Design, Supply, Erection, Testing and Commissioning for upgradation of Electric traction system from 1 x 25 KV to 2 x 25 KV traction system for Kharagpur-Tatanagar section of Kharagpur division of South Eastern Railway to meet 3000 MT loading target.

Additionally, South Eastern Railway also floated a tender for two major Kavach contracts. The total combined value of both contracts stands at 419.79 crores.

Contract 1 included the Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning Of Kavach On Hun Routes (1040 Rkm), Including Associated Works On Section Of Kharagpur, Adra, Ranchi & Chakradharpur Division Of South Eastern Railway.

The Contract 2 included The contract 2 included the Design, Supply, Erection, Testing & Commissioning Of 132 Kv Traction Substation, Sectioning & Paralleling Post (sps), And Sub Sectioning & Paralleling Post (ssps) In 2x25kv System On Muri-ranchi-tori Section Of Ranchi Division Of South Eastern Railway To Meet 3000mt.

To know about the full details of Contracts, Click Here.

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E-Vehicle Charging Facility Installed at Guldhar and Duhai RRTS Stations

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02/07/2025

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E-Vehicle Charging Facility Installed at Guldhar and Duhai RRTS Stations

In a step forward towards promoting a sustainable and environmentally friendly transport system, the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has successfully installed fast Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations at the Guldhar and Duhai Namo Bharat Stations.

Each fast charging station is equipped with high-voltage charging units with a capacity of 50 kW, enabling accelerated charging for electric vehicles. These charging units can recharge four-wheelers to about 80% in just 30 minutes.

The charging points at both stations are designed to accommodate multiple types of electric vehicles. The Guldhar station is equipped to charge one vehicle at a time, whereas the Duhai station can charge two vehicles simultaneously. In addition to the new charging stations, the e-vehicle charging facility is also available at the Sahibabad Namo Bharat station.

Electric vehicle users can access these facilities through the “ElectreeFi” mobile application, which is available on both the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store. The entire EV charging process is facilitated exclusively through the application. To utilise this service, users must register on the app, reserve an online slot for charging at the selected Namo Bharat station, and commence charging their electric vehicle within minutes. Furthermore, the application provides real-time monitoring of charging status and incorporates a secure digital payment option.

These newly established charging stations will facilitate enhanced and efficient charging capabilities. This initiative underscores NCRTC’s ongoing commitment to integrating clean energy solutions and improving last-mile connectivity.

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