New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has flagged-off the Delhi-Faridabad Metro Line that would allow hassle free travel for around two lakh daily commuters between the national capital and the industrial hub in Haryana.
The extension of the Delhi Metro connects Badarpur to Escorts Mujesar in Faridabad.
The total cost of the project from Badarpur to Escorts Mujesar is nearly Rs. 2,500 crore. Out of this, Rs. 1,557 crore was borne by the Haryana Government, the Centre contributed Rs. 537 crore, while the Delhi Metro provided Rs. 400 crore.
All these are elevated and located on either side of the Delhi-Mathura Road (NH-2).
“The nine-station metro corridor which was 95 per cent indigenously built will provide people a safe, affordable, quick, comfortable, reliable, environment-friendly and sustainable transport facility,” a Haryana government spokesperson said.
Haryana Chief Minister ML Khattar, addressing a press conference on Saturday, had thanked the Prime Minister for “gifting” the Metro service which would take the city to “another level of progress” with better connectivity with other NCR towns.
He had also said that the Prime Minister would be announcing the go-ahead for connecting Gurgaon with Faridabad by Metro.
PUNE (Metro Rail News): In response to growing ridership, Pune Metro is set to expand its fleet with 15 new trains (45 coaches). This move will increase the total number of operational trains from 34 to 49 and the number of coaches from 102 to 147. Each train will consist of three coaches.
These additional trains are being procured to support the two newly approved metro corridors. Recently, the Central Government approved the extension of the Vanaz-Ramwadi corridor (Aqua Line) in both the eastern and western directions under Phase 2.
Approved Routes Under Phase 2
Line
Approved Route
Length
Stations
Aqua Line (Western Extension)
Vanaz to Chandani Chowk (Corridor 2A)
1.12 km
2 stations
Aqua Line(Eastern Extension)
Ramwadi to Wagholi/Vitthalwadi (Corridor 2B)
11.36 km
11 stations
Total
12.75 km
13 stations
Atul Gadgil, director (works), Pune Metro, mentioned, “With the Centre’s approval for two new lines, the need for more trains has become essential,” as reported by Hindustan Times.
Atul Gadgil also said, “We are planning to reduce train frequency from the current 7 minutes to 5 minutes, and later to 3 minutes, as the number of passengers is increasing. If needed, we will add more coaches to the existing trains, expanding from 3 to 6 coaches and also purchase new trains.”
According to data from Pune Metro, Line 2 (Vanaz to Ramwadi) has consistently achieved higher ridership levels than Line 1 (PCMC to Swargate).
Between May and June 27, 2025, Line 2 recorded a total of 2,596,984 passengers, whereas Line 1 accommodated 2,114,611 passengers. In May 2025 alone, Line 2 achieved ridership of 2,615,914, as compared to Line 1’s 2,146,951 passengers, as reported by Hindustan Times.
PATNA (Metro Rail News): The Patna Metro Phase 1 progressed as Larsen & Toubro’s TBM-1 (DZ1090) achieved a breakthrough at the PMCH Station of Line 2. Line 2 of Patna Metro spans 14.05 km from Patna Junction Railway Station to New ISBT.
This development was recorded under the 8km underground Package PC-03, which connects Rajendra Nagar and Patna Junction Railway Station of Line 2.
TBM-1 (DZ1090) is a 6.65m diameter EPB machine manufactured by China Railway Construction Heavy Industry Co. Ltd. (CRCHI). For its second assignment, TBM-1 constructed a 1068m tunnel for the down-line between Patna University and PMCH.
Photo Credit: Samarth Kerur
TBM-1 (DZ1090) was relaunched in June 2024 and constructed a 1068m tunnel for the down-line between Patna University and PMCH in 12 months. Prior to this, TBM-1 constructed a 1494m tunnel for the down-line between Moin-ul-Haq Station and Patna University Station in 11 months.
In December 2021, Larsen & Toubro bagged the Package PC-03 from Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) at Rs. 1989 crore with a 42-month deadline.
Package PC-03’s Brief Scope: Design and Construction of Twin Tunnel by Shield TBM, Tunnel by Cut & Cover, Underground Ramp at Rajendra Nagar and Six Underground metro stations viz. Rajendra Nagar, Moin Ul Haq Stadium, University, PMCH, Gandhi Maidan & Akashvani with Entry/Exits & Connecting subway including Architectural Finishing, Water Supply, Sanitary Installation & Drainage works on New ISBT to Patna Station of corridor-2 of Phase-I of Patna MRTS.
In an effort to boost rail equipment exports and optimise the use of domestic manufacturing facilities, Indian Railways’ Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) has successfully exported two of the ten planned locomotives to Mozambique.
The Mozambique Railways (CFM) awarded the contract to the BLW through RITES for the manufacturing and supply of 10 state-of-the-art 3300 HP AC-AC diesel-electric locomotives.
Out of the 10 locomotives, 2 locomotives have been successfully delivered to Mozambique in June, while the remaining 8 locomotives are scheduled to be delivered by December 2025.
“The global contract for 10 locomotives was awarded to RITES, a public sector undertaking (PSU) of the Ministry of Railways, which further got the locomotives manufactured at BLW. These are advanced diesel locomotives of 3300 horsepower. It is capable of running at a maximum speed of 100 kmph on Cape Gauge (1067 mm). BLW has exported locomotives to Mozambique earlier as well,” said a senior official of the Ministry of Railways.
The data from the BLW indicates that a total of 10 Cape Gauge diesel locomotives, each with a capacity of 3000 HP and utilising AC-AC technology, have been supplied to Mozambique’s state-owned rail operator, CFM, since the initial shipment in 2008-09. In the financial years 2021-22 and 2022-23, five locomotives were delivered and are currently operating successfully within Mozambique.
These 3300 HP diesel locomotives are equipped with various amenities to enhance the comfort of the driver, including a refrigerator, hot plate, mobile holder, aesthetically designed cab, and toilet facilities, all built to international standards.
On June 20, Prime Minister Modi flagged off a state-of-the-art locomotive manufactured at the Marhowrah Plant, marking the first locomotive exported from this facility to the Republic of Guinea.
Since its establishment on April 23, 1956, the Banaras Locomotive Works, formerly known as Diesel Locomotive Works, has produced over 10,000 locomotives for various sectors, including Indian Railways, steel plants, mines, ports, and export markets.
BANGALORE (Metro Rail News): The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) is planning to integrate with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), which will enable Namma Metro passengers to soon book tickets through a range of popular mobility apps.
The ONDC platform’s collaboration with over ten mobility applications will offer commuters the flexibility to select their preferred application for comprehensive trip bookings.
This initiative will enhance last-mile connectivity, empowering commuters to plan and pay for their entire journey, whether utilising an auto-rickshaw, boarding a BMTC bus, or riding the metro within a single application, such as Tummoc, Rapido, among others. The objective is to provide a seamless, door-to-door travel experience, thereby mitigating the challenges associated with navigating multiple platforms.
This project is a part of a broader strategy aimed at integrating public transportation, facilitating easier connections across various segments of a journey. Commuters will soon be able to purchase metro tickets, recharge smart cards, and obtain bus passes through a unified digital platform.
BMRCL has already initiated progress in this direction by partnering with a private technology company to enable metro ticketing via multiple applications.
Additional measures include the implementation of QR code-based ticketing through WhatsApp, launched in 2022, and collaborations with Paytm and Amazon Pay for smart card top-ups and mobile ticketing. However, these solutions had previously failed to address first and last-mile transport requirements. This digital transformation is anticipated to promote public transportation usage by reducing wait times and enhancing accessibility.
GURUGRAM (Metro Rail News): Gurugram Metro Rail Limited (GMRL) has declared Deutsche Bahn Engineering (DBEC) – Hill International JV as the lowest bidder for the general consultant contract of Gurugram Metro’s New Corridor, which spans 28.8 km and will connect Millennium City Centre with the Cyber City through 27 stations.
GMRL floated tender for this contract in May 2024 with a total estimate of Rs 135 Crores. Subsequently, GMRL revised the deadline to encourage the participation of companies and firms that possess experience in executing similar metro projects.
A senior GMRL official, who was present during the negotiations in Panchkula, mentioned, “The negotiations to hire the general consultant were held in Panchkula on Friday, and the bidder was finalised. The contract for the general consultant will be awarded as soon as all formalities have been completed. The joint venture of DBEC and Hill International was found to be most suitable. The general consultant will oversee the entire project from start to finish, and the period of work is four years,” as reported by Hindustan Times.
The contract’s scope of work focuses on ensuring the effective planning, implementation, and commissioning of the new metro corridor in Gurgoan. Key responsibilities include:
Reviewing the DPR to validate feasibility and alignment with project goals.
Assessing and approving designs for safety, efficiency, and compliance.
Preparing tender documents to enable transparent contractor selection.
Supervising construction to ensure quality, timelines, and specifications are met.
Overseeing testing and commissioning to confirm system readiness.
Developing disaster management and security plans to ensure operational resilience.
Preparing property development plans to support long-term sustainability and growth.
Providing technical guidance to coordinate stakeholders and drive successful execution
The GMRL official stated that SYSTRA has already been appointed as the detailed design consultant for the project, and SYSTRA has conducted geotechnical and other relevant surveys. It is currently finalising the alignment and design for this new corridor of the Gurugram Metro project.
A Senior official from GMRL said, “The general consultant will be responsible for the construction and supervision and commissioning of the entire metro network. We have also floated the tender for the award of civil construction work for the first phase of the metro and received eight bids from major firms. The bids for this tender are also being analysed,” as reported by GMRL.
KOLKATA (Metro Rail News): ITD Cementation has been declared as the lowest bidder for the civil construction contract of Kolkata Metro Line-4’s underground extension, which spans 6.87 km between Biman Bandar (Kolkata Airport) and Birati.
Metro Railway Kolkata floated tender for this contract in August 2024 with a Rs. 1330.47 crore estimate and 910 day (2.5-year) deadline. This contract is part of the Kolkata Metro’s Yellow Line extension, which spans 11.26 km to Barasat in north-east Kolkata.
Tender No: EPC-2489-2024
Financial Bid Values
Firm
Bid (Rs. Crore)
ITD Cementation India
1097.23
Ceigall India (CIL)
1193.66
IRCON
1256.59
Dhaya Maju
1260.00
RNC
1286.08
RVNL
1310.53
Kalpataru Projects (KPIL)
1311.20
DRA Infracon (DRAIPL)
1337.52
Patel Engineering
1483.37
Afcons Infrastructure
1575.73
The awarded contractor will be responsible for the construction of a 3.59 km metro tunnel, one underground metro station building at Birati, and subway work for Birati and Michael Nagar stations..
Brief Scope: Design, Procurement & Construction of RCC Box Metro tunnel including Birati UG Station Building & Subways (with Entry-Exit Structures) for two underground Metro Stations (Birati & Michael Nagar) by Cut & Cover Method (Top Down with Diaphragm Wall/ Bottom Up Method with support arrangement) including architectural finishing, firefighting, water supply, sanitary installation, drainage & BLT works, E&M service, ECS service, TVS services, power supply system with 750 V DC traction system including composite aluminium Third Rail from Ch: 6.250 Km to Ch: 9.840 Km including all ancillary works in connection with extension of Metro Railway from Noapara to Barasat via Bimanbandar.
The construction of the metro tunnel adjacent to the Kolkata Airport’s boundary wall will employ the RCC box pushing method without the deployment of tunnel boring machines (TBMs), while the Birati station will be constructed utilising the cut and cover methodology.
The scope of this contract also encompasses all system-related work within the 3.59 km tunnel, including track installation, E&M services, tunnel ventilation, and 750 V DC third rail installation, which are typically distributed across multiple separate packages.
MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has invited bids for the telecom contract of Mumbai Metro’s Lines 9 & 7A. The Line 7A & 9 are the extensions of Mumbai Metro’s Red Line, which spans 16.5 km connecting Andheri (E) and Dahisar (E).
Tender Details
Opening Date
26 Jun 2025
Closing Date
25 Jul 2025
Tender Amount
₹ 1,05,27,00,000
EMD
₹ 52,64,000
Tender Id
2025_DMRC_866242_1
Tender No
MS-07
The contract includes the Design, Manufacture, Supply, Installation, Testing, and Commissioning of the Telecommunication System (except the Tetra System) for Line 9 and Line 7A’s section between Andheri East and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. Additionally, the contract also includes the Dongri Depot.
The under-construction Line 9 is the extension of Line 7 (Red Line ). The Line 9 spans 11.38 km from Dahisar East to Mira Bhayandar, covering 7 stations.
The under-construction Line 7A is the extension of Line 7 (Red Line ). The Line 7A spans 3.17 km from Andheri to CSIA Terminal, covering 2 stations.
In a major boost to urban mobility, CEG Test House and Research Centre Pvt. Ltd. emerged as the lowest bidder for carrying out geotechnical soil investigation for 139km of new metro lines in India.
The geotechnical study will take place for the following 6 metro corridors:
Route
Length
Mumbai Metro MRTS Lines
30 km
Indore – Ujjain
46 km
Tughlakabad – Noida Sector 142
15 km
Kundli – Sonipat metro line
20 km
Samaypur Badli – Kundli
15 km
New Delhi Railway Station – New Ashok Nagar
13 km
The insights from the geotechnical investigation will be used for preparing the Detailed Projects Report (DPRs) of these corridors.
The bidding process for the geotechnical investigation of these corridors began in December 2024 by DMRC. As per the DMRC, the scope of work includes “Geo-Technical Investigation Works for Preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for MRTS Projects”.
The opening of the technical bids took place in January 2025, during which one of the four bidders was disqualified due to non-compliance with the contract’s guidelines. Following this process, financial bids of the remaining three bidders were revealed by DMRC in June 2025.
Firm
Financial Bid (in crores)
CEG Test House And Research Centre Pvt. Ltd.
1.09
Cengrs Geotechnica Pvt Ltd.
1.12
Techpro Engineers Pvt Ltd.
1.24
Geotechnical Activities to be Performed
Drilling boreholes with a diameter of 150 mm in various soil types to a depth of up to 30 meters.
Performing Standard Penetration Tests (SPT) at 1.5-meter intervals within the boreholes, following the relevant IS Code of Practice, along with other in-situ tests as specified in the schedule.
Extracting undisturbed soil samples at every change in strata, with a minimum of two samples per borehole, in compliance with IS standards.
Measuring and documenting the groundwater table level upon completion of boring.
Executing borehole drilling up to specified depths, including a maximum of 5 meters in intact hard rock (RQD >50%), 10 meters in weathered rock (RQD up to 50%), or 30 meters in soil (up to N=100), using a hydraulic or calyx rig by the wash boring method, as per the Engineer-in-Charge’s directions and the technical specifications.
Conducting in-situ permeability tests in rocky formations and laboratory permeability tests for other soil types.
Extracting rock core samples from boreholes and recording Rock Quality Designation (RQD).
Performing all required laboratory tests on collected samples, following the prescribed schedule and technical specifications.
Surveying borehole locations, determining elevation levels, and accurately plotting them on the alignment plan.
Metro Rail News is proud to announce the successful conclusion of the 5th edition of InnoMetro, held on May 21-22, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, Hall No. 4, New Delhi.
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We would like to extend special thanks to Hitachi, Event Partner of the 5th edition of InnoMetro, for adding great value to the event. In addition, the officials from Hitachi including, Dr. Bharat Kaushal, Corporate Officer at Hitachi, Ltd. and Executive Chairman of Hitachi India, along with Mr. Kunal Kaushik, Head of Sales and Strategy India, Hitachi Digital Services, Shri Mangal Dev Head, Hitachi Rail India & South Asia (Mobility) & Director, Hitachi India Pvt Ltd and Shri Pankaj Bhatia, Managing Director, Hitachi Rail GTS India Pvt. Ltd. added a great value to the conference by presenting their insights to the critical topics from technological breakthroughs to policy frameworks and sustainable practices.
Participation from Dignitaries
The gracious presence of dignitaries, including Dr.Vikas Kumar, Managing Director, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation, Shri Loknath Behra, Managing Director, Kochi Metro Rail Limited, Shri Rajat Gosain, GGM / Planning, NCRTC and Shri P. Uday Reddy, General Manager, Metro Railway Kolkata, enriched the conference. Their extensive expertise and strategic perspectives facilitated meaningful dialogue on innovation, technology, and the future of rail mobility in India.
Contribution to National Goals
The 5th edition of InnoMetro effectively served the resolve to contribute to the nation’s rail infrastructure growth through innovation and indigenous capabilities. The extensive participation from industry leaders and the depth of discussions truly reflect the industry’s dynamism and India’s increasing efforts towards building a greener and more sustainable rail transit system for the generations to come.
The event effectively aligned with the ‘Make in India’ initiative by showcasing indigenous capabilities in manufacturing, design, and system integration, thereby supporting the broader objective of enhancing self-reliance in rail technologies and infrastructure development.
Key Highlights of InnoMetro 2025
This year, the event centred its theme around “Promoting a Green and Sustainable Future for Metro and Railways”.The 5th edition of InnoMetro brought together an extensive gathering of over 4500 visitors, 50+ exhibitors and over 60 distinguished speakers.
The 5th edition of InnoMetro successfully facilitated high-impact networking and created a focused platform for engaging with vendors, suppliers, and potential collaborators coming from the ecosystem of the rail transport industry.
About InnoMetro
InnoMetro is a premier exhibition & conference dedicated to the rail transit industry. It serves as a crucial platform for industry leaders, policymakers, technology providers, and stakeholders to connect and collaborate for developing a sustainable and safe rail infrastructure.
Vision
InnoMetro stands firmly on its goal to provide a focused platform for innovators and technology providers to showcase advancements that have the potential to enhance the capacity of rail transit systems. Alongside the exhibition, the conference continues to serve as a relevant forum for technical experts, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to engage in structured discussions on the evolving dynamics of the rail transport sector from emerging technologies to regulatory and operational frameworks.
The 6th edition of InnoMetro is scheduled to take place on 21–22 May 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The upcoming edition will feature an expanded venue with enhanced facilities to accommodate a broader range of exhibitors, technical sessions, and collaborative activities.
DELHI (Metro Rail News): The Delhi Metro Phase 4 advanced as J Kumar Infraprojects’ Tunnel Boring Machine S64B (Shalini) achieved a breakthrough at Vasant Kunj Metro Station of the Golden Line on 25 June 2025. This development was recorded under Package DC-08 of the 23.622 km Tughlakabad-Aerocity corridor.
TBM S64B, nicknamed Shalini, was commissioned as the first TBM for the 6.116 km Package DC-08. Yesterday, TBM Shalini completed its first assignment after building a 1550-meter-long tunnel between Kishangarh and Vasant Kunj Station. The breakthrough of the parallel tunnel was successfully achieved by TBM Sonakshi on 6 March 2025.
Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) S64B, measuring 91 metres in length with a cutterhead diameter of 6.61 metres, was deployed to construct the tunnel at an average depth of approximately 22.86 metres (ranging from 15.48 metres to 30.25 metres). The tunnel comprises 1,105 precast concrete rings, each with an internal diameter of 5.8 metres, forming the structural lining of the tunnel.
J Kumar Infraprojects secured the civil package contract DC-08 from DMRC at Rs. 1611.74 crore. The scope of the package covers a 6.116 km stretch of the Golden Line, connecting Aerocity to Kishangarh. This section includes the construction of four stations, Aerocity, Mahipalpur, Vasant Kunj, and Kishangarh, spanning from chainage (-)760 metres to 5,356.285 metres.
Delhi Metro Phase 4 will add 112.32 kilometres to the existing network, of which approximately 40.109 kilometres of alignment will be underground. Within this expansion, the Aerocity–Tughlakabad corridor, spanning 23.622 kilometres, will feature 19.343 kilometres of underground section.
