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Delhi Meerut RRTS: Modipuram Depot Nearing Completion

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Delhi Meerut RRTS: Modipuram Depot Nearing Completion

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.

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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.

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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.

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

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

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 Date3 Jul 2025
Closing Date22 Aug 2025
EMD₹ 1,76,97,300
Tender IdCE-CON-BH-EPC-2025-02-NFR-CONST HQ-ENGINEERING/N F RLY CONSTRUCTION
Tender NoCE-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.

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

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

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 Date30 Jun 2025
Closing Date24 Jul 2025
EMD₹ 22,27,300
Tender IdWCR-BPL-W-25-26-C-14-42-BHOPAL DIVISION-ENGG/WEST CENTRAL RLY
Tender NoWCR-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 Date1 Jul 2025 
Closing Date24 Jul 2025 
EMD₹ 10,34,000
Tender IdWCR-BPL-W-25-26-N-07-44-BHOPAL DIVISION-ENGG/WEST CENTRAL RLY
Tender NoWCR-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. 

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 3 Corridors 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-3Indigo Line Madhavaram Milk Colony to Siruseri SIPCOT-II45.4 km
Corridor- 4Orange Line Lighthouse to Poonamallee Bypass26.09 km 
Corridor-5 Red LineMadhavaram Milk Colony to Sholinganallur44.6 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. 

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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.

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 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.

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

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

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 Date30 Jun 2025
Closing Date19 Aug 2025
EMD₹ 1,00,00,000
Tender Id2x25KV-OHE-OGL-GDR-15-SCR HQ-ELECTRICAL/SOUTH CENTRAL RLY
Tender No2x25KV-OHE-OGL-GDR-15
Pre-Bid Conference Date25/07/2025

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 Date1 Jul 2025
Closing Date1 Aug 2025
EMD₹ 1,00,00,000
Tender IdC-SG-PT-TCAS-07-PRJ-SC-S AND T/SOUTH CENTRAL RLY
Tender NoC-SG-PT-TCAS-07
Pre-Bid Conference Date15/07/2025

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.

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

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

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 Date1 Jul 2025
Closing Date20 Aug 2025
EMD₹ 91,06,500
Tender IdSEROHE-KGP-TATA-2X25KV-RT-SER HQ-ELECTRICAL/SOUTH EASTERN RLY
Tender NoSEROHE-KGP-TATA-2X25KV-RT
Pre-Bid Conference Date25/07/2025

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.

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

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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. 

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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. 

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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. 

Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw Unveils RailOne App to Ease Passenger Convenience 

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Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw Unveils RailOne App to Ease Passenger Convenience 

In a move to streamline passenger experience and convenience, the Indian Railways has unveiled a new mobile application, RailOne, designed to consolidate various passenger services into a unified platform. 

The application was officially launched by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during the 40th Foundation Day of the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) held at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi. 

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The RailOne app facilitates access to a range of services, including unreserved and platform ticket booking, real-time train tracking, grievance redressal, e-catering, porter booking, and taxi services. 

Users who book unreserved and platform tickets through the app will receive a 3 per cent discount. Furthermore, Reserved ticket booking will continue to be available via IRCTC.

RailOne operates under the authorisation of IRCTC, in collaboration with various private partners. The application provides login capabilities through mPIN, biometric identification, and existing RailConnect and UTS credentials, enabling users to access multiple services without the necessity of separate applications

The Ministry of Railway said, “The app is available for download on the Android Play Store and the iOS App Store. It integrates all the passenger services such as Unreserved & platform tickets with a 3 per cent discount, Live train tracking, Grievance redressal, E-catering, Porter booking, and Last-mile taxi,” as reported by Business Standard. 

Titagarh Bags Package CA-241 of Mumbai Metro’s Line 5 

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Titagarh Bags Package CA-241 of Mumbai Metro’s Line 5 

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The Mumbai Metro Rail Project progressed as Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has announced Titagarh Rail Systems as the lowest bidder for the contract to supply five major critical systems under Package CA-241 of Line 5 ( Orange Line ), which spans 24.90 km from Thane to Bhiwandi to Kalyan. 

The MMRDA floated a tender for this contract in February 2024, with an estimated cost of Rs. 2,640.72 crore. During the technical bid round 3 firm submitted bids for the contract. Out of 3 firms, 2 qualified for the financial bid opening stage. 

The scope of work under Package CA-241 includes the supply of 5 major critical systems for Line 5 of the Mumbai Metro. These systems under Package CA-241 include; 

  •  Supplying rolling stock (22 trains with 6 coaches each)
  •  CBTC signaling & train control (S&T)
  • Telecommunication System 
  • Platform screen doors (PSDs)
  • Depot machinery and plant (M&P) at Kasheli Depot. 

MMRDA’s Brief Scope: Design, Manufacture, Supply, Installation, Integration, Testing and Commissioning of Rolling Stock, Communication Based Signalling & Train Control, Telecommunication, Platform Screen Doors Systems and Depot Machinery & Plant of Line 5 (Phase 1 – Kapurbawadi – Kasheli – Dhamankar Naka & Phase 2 – Dhamankar Naka – Bhiwandi – Kalyan APMC) of Mumbai Metro Rail Project of MMRDA, including 15 Years of Comprehensive Maintenance After 2 Years of Defect Liability Maintenance Period

Recently, MMRDA approved projects worth more than Rs 12,000 crore to Speed Up Metro Work in Mumbai. For example, Larsen & Toubro Ltd bagged the highest value Package CA-234  worth Rs 4,788 crore for Mumbai Metro Line 4 & Line 4A. Read here to know more about this news.

Titagarh Rail to Supply 12 Trainsets for Pune Metro at ₹430.53 cr

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Titagarh Rail to Supply 12 Trainsets for Pune Metro at ₹430.53 cr

PUNE (Metro Rail News): The consortium of Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd & Titagarh Firema S.p.A. has bagged another major rolling stock contract worth ₹430.53 cr for the Pune Metro project. This contract involves the procurement of 12 additional trainsets as an addendum under Clause A.6 of the original agreement (Contract No: P1/RS-01/2018). The provision allows for expansion beyond the initially agreed quantity to meet the increasing operational requirements of the metro system.

Contract Details

Under this contract, the consortium is responsible for the design, manufacture, supply, testing, and commissioning of electrical multiple units and personnel training. The contract is scheduled to be executed within 30 months. 

Central Approval for Pune Metro Phase II

Recently, the extension of the Aqua Line of Pune Metro, which comes under Phase 2, received approval from the central government, with a total estimated cost of Rs 3,626.24 crore. See the completed detail here.

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