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Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw Unveils India’s Largest Automobile Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal 

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Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw Unveils India’s Largest Automobile Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal 

To streamline the logistics efficiency of automobile transportation, Union Minister for Railways, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, officially inaugurated the largest automobile Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal in India, located at Manesar Facility of Maruti Suzuki India Limited.

This facility is linked to Patli Railway Station through a dedicated 10-km rail corridor, which is part of the 121.7-km Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor.

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Shri Nayab Singh Saini, Chief Minister of Haryana; Shri Rao Narbir Singh, Minister of Industries, Government of Haryana; Shri Mukesh Sharma, MLA; and Mr. Hisashi Takeuchi, CEO & Managing Director, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, were present during the inauguration. 

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About Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal at Maruti Suzuki’s Manesar plant

The Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal at Maruti Suzuki’s Manesar plant represents a major enhancement in the infrastructure dedicated to improving the logistics efficiency of automobile transportation.

The loading capacity of the Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal is among the highest in India, capable of handling 450,000 automobiles annually.

Overview of Patli Railway Station 

The Patli railway station is part of the 121.7-km Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor developed by the Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (HRIDC).

The construction of the 10 km rail link required a total investment of ₹800 crore, HRIDC contributed ₹684 crore and the remaining funds were provided by Maruti Suzuki. 

Mumbai Metro: MMRDA Acquires 174 hectares of Land for Mogarpada Depot

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Mumbai Metro: MMRDA Acquires 174 hectares of Land for Mogarpada Depot

MUMBAI (Metro Rail News): The Mumbai Metro Rail Project has witnessed a major advancement as Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has formally acquired 174.01 hectares of land at Mogarpada, Taluka, and District Thane for the establishment of a world-class, integrated Metro Car Depot.

The Mogarpada Metro Depot will serve as the central operations and maintenance facility for Metro Lines 4, 4A, 10, and 11, which collectively encompass a network of 55.99 km extending from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) in Mumbai to Mira Road.

About the Mogarpada Metro Depot

The Mogarpada Metro Depot is designed to support the efficient operation and maintenance of metro trains. Strategically developed to meet the daily operational demands of the Mumbai Metro network, the depot is equipped with advanced systems and infrastructure to ensure safety, reliability, and seamless service delivery.

Key features of the Mogarpada Depot include:

  • Workshop Lines (10): Dedicated for heavy maintenance activities, enabling thorough overhauls and repairs of rolling stock components.
  • Inspection Lines (10): Designed for routine inspections and daily checks to maintain operational readiness and ensure passenger safety.
  • Stabling Lines (64): Capable of housing up to 64 metro trains.
  • Underfloor Wheel Lathe: Used for wheel profiling and reconditioning of rolling stock.
  • Automatic and Heavy Wash Systems: Ensure regular exterior cleaning of trains.
  • Blow-Down Plant: Facilitates de-dusting and cleaning of underframe and roof-mounted equipment, crucial for optimal performance.
  • CMV Workshop: Provides dedicated space for stabling and maintenance of Catenary Maintenance Vehicles (CMVs), essential for overhead electrification upkeep.
  • Depot Control Centre (DCC): Serves as the command hub for depot operations, monitoring train movements, and coordinating maintenance schedules.

HBL Engineering Bags ₹163.62 Cr Railway Contract for Kavach System

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HBL Engineering Bags ₹163.62 Cr Railway Contract for Kavach System

HBL Engineering Limited has secured 2 contracts from South Central Railway for the indigenously developed Kavach Safety System. The total value of both contracts stands at ₹163.62 crore. Following this development, the shares of HBL Engineering Limited surged 5% to Rs 619 on the BSE in Monday’s trade.

Contract 1: Installing the Kavach System on the Vijayawada–Ballarshah section

HBL Engineering received an order of about ₹132.95 crore, which has a provision for deploying the Kavach System across the Vijayawada–Ballarshah section. This contract will cover about a 446km route, 48 stations and 10 locomotives. HBL Engineering is responsible for completing this work within a timeframe of 18 months.

Contract 2: Upgradation of Kavach System 

In addition to the previously awarded contract, HBL Engineering has received a ₹30.67 crore contract from South Central Railway. Under this contract, HBL Engineering will carry out the upgradation of the Kavach system from Version 3.2 to Version 4.0. This work will take place on the Mudkhed (including)–Manmad (excluding) section covering a 350km route. As per the contract requirement, HBL Engineering will have to complete this work within 24 months (2 years).

As a result of these new contracts, HBL’s total order book has grown to ₹4,029.05 crore, up from ₹3,998.38 crore.

Bullet Train Project Progresses with Launch of 8th Steel Bridge in Gujarat

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Bullet Train Project Progresses with Launch of 8th Steel Bridge in Gujarat

India’s first bullet train project (Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail Corridor) has reached another milestone with the completion of the 8th steel bridge over DFCC tracks near Bharuch, Gujarat.

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About Steel Bridge

This development marks the successful installation of the 8th  steel bridge for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) project. Out of the total 28 steel bridges planned along the entire corridor, 17 are located in Gujarat. The MAHSR corridor spans approximately 506 kilometres and will feature 12 stations, significantly enhancing high-speed connectivity between Mumbai and Ahmedabad.

Fabrication Process

This bridge was fabricated in the workshop of Trichy. Subsequently, it was brought to the location with the help of trailers. The bridge fabrication involved the use of approximately 55,300 Tor-Shear Type High Strength (TTHS) bolts for structural integrity. A C5 anti-corrosion painting system was applied to enhance durability in harsh environmental conditions. Additionally, elastomeric bearings were specially designed to support a lifespan of 100 years.

Characteristics of the Bridge
Length100 meter
Height14.6 meter
Width14.3 meter
Weight1400 metric tons

Launching Process

The engineering team utilised an 84-meter-long launching nose to execute the launching of the bridge. The weight of the launching nose was about 600 metric tons. The entire bridge structure was meticulously assembled at the project site at an elevation of 18 meters above ground level, supported on temporary trestles. For the launching process, a precision-controlled mechanism was deployed using two semi-automatic jacks. Each jack had a capacity of 250 tonnes. These jacks operated in coordination with Mac-Alloy bars to pull the superstructure into its final position.

Details of completed steel bridges in Gujarat for the Bullet Train Project

Sr. No.LocationLength of the steel bridge (in meters)Weight of the steel bridge (in MT)
1Across National Highway 53, Surat70673
2Over Vadodara-Ahmedabad main line of Indian Railways, near Nadiad1001486
3Over Delhi-Mumbai National Expressway, near Vadodara230 (130+100)4397
4Near Silvassa in Dadra & Nagar Haveli1001464
5Over Western Railways, Vadodara60645
6Over two DFCC Tracks and two Western Railways tracks, Surat100,602040
7Over two DFCC tracks, near Vadodara70 674
8Over DFCC tracks near Bharuch1001400

Delhi Metro Phase 5: Bids Invited for Construction of YugeYugeen Bharat Station

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Delhi Metro Phase 5: Bids Invited for Construction of YugeYugeen Bharat Station

NEW DELHI (METRO RAIL NEWS): Following the 60% completion of Delhi Metro Phase 4, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has initiated tendering for Phase 5 in order to expand the metro network in the NCR Region. Recently, DMRC invited bids for the construction of YugeYugeen Bharat underground metro station, which will come up on the 9.9km Indraprastha – RK Ashram Marg corridor under Delhi Metro Phase 5A. 

DMRC’s Scope of Work: Design and Construction of YugeYugeen Bharat underground station along with PD Area Ancillary Building, associated Entry Exits and Connecting subways under Phase V A of Delhi MRTS.

Tender Details

Estimated cost of work: ₹206.33 crore

Tender Reference Number: EC-01

Tender Id: 2025_DMRC_864634_1

Pre-Bid Meeting: 20 June 2025
Bid Submission Start Date: 30 June 2025
Bid Submission End Date: 7 July 2025
Bid Opening Date: 8 July 2025

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Significance of Indraprastha – RK Ashram Metro Corridor.

The corridor will come up as an extension of the 12.3 kilometre-long Inderlok-Indraprastha corridor (Green Line), which is being developed under phase 4 of Delhi Metro.

The corridor will extend metro connectivity to important sites, including 10 big central government office buildings along the Kartavya Path, the proposed Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum, Bharat Mandapam, India Gate, among others.

Stations Planned Along the New Corridor

This new metro line is likely to feature 9 strategically planned underground stations: 

  1. Indraprastha
  2. Bharat Mandapam, 
  3. Baroda House, 
  4. India Gate (adjacent to C-Hexagon), 
  5. New Common Central Secretariat (CCS) 
  6. Central Secretariat, 
  7. Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum 
  8. Shivaji Stadium 
  9. R K Ashram Marg.

Delhi Metro Phase 5

As per the proposal submitted by DMRC to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Phase 5 will cover a total distance of 206.5 km. Phase 5 will be implemented in 2 phases: Phase 5A and Phase 5B. Phase 5A will have 3 corridors, and Phase 5B will feature 15 corridors.

Corridors Planned Under Phase 5A

  1. Indraprastha – RK Ashram Marg (9.9km)
  2. Aerocity- Terminal 1 of IGI Airport (2.3 km)
  3. Tughlakabad – Kalindi Kunj (4km)

The Detailed Project Report (DPR) for all three corridors has been submitted to the Government of Delhi. Additionally, the National Planning Group (NPG) has recently assessed the plan, which amounts to Rs 11,150 crore, for these corridors. Furthermore, the proposal pertaining to this corridor is slated to be presented to the central government for approval.

Kochi Metro Explores Non-Fare Box Revenue Stream by Leasing Out Land

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Kochi Metro Explores Non-Fare Box Revenue Stream by Leasing Out Land

KOCHI (Metro Rail News): Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL) is gearing up to lease land that is presently utilised as a parking facility for the Metro, for a commercial establishment near the Kaloor Metro Station in Kochi. This initiative aims to capitalise on the prime location of the land. 

Tender issued by KMRL for leasing out the land 

KMRL has issued a tender for the commercial lease of 45 cents of land adjacent to the metro station. The tender notice indicates that KMRL seeks to engage with investors or developers capable of developing this land parcel. 

In discussing the strategic advantages of the location, the tender document suggests that the developer may explore options to establish a connection to the nearest metro station through suitable technical solutions, thereby facilitating direct access for metro commuters to the proposed complex.

Motive Behind leasing out the land 

This move to lease out the land follows previous efforts by Kochi Metro to initiate commercial activities on its property, but the effort to find land developers failed. KMRL managing director Loknath Behera mentioned that the move to lease out the land aligned with KMRL’s policy to increase revenue beyond ticket fares.

Official Statement from Kochi Metro, MD 

“We have already started the process to lease land parcels at many locations in the city. It is expected that the new policy will financially help the company implement various development projects,” he said.

About the Kochi Metro Rail Project 

Kochi Metro Rail Project is an urban Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) serving the city of Kochi. The Kochi Metro comprises 2 Phases, consisting of 1 metro corridor each. Currently,  Phase 1 of the Kochi Metro while Phase 2 is under construction. 

Phase Corridor Route Length Stations 
Phase 1 Line-1 (Blue Line): Aluva – Tripunithura27.96 km25
Phase 2 Line-2 (Pink Line)JLN Stadium – Infopark II11.2 km11 

KERNEX-VRRC JV Receives LoA for Kavach Contracts worth Rs 311 Cr from Southern Railways 

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KERNEX-VRRC JV Receives LoA for Kavach Contracts worth Rs 311 Cr from Southern Railways 

The KERNEX-VRRC Consortium has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) for two major Kavach contracts from Southern Railways. The contract includes the provision and installation of the Kavach (Train Collision Avoidance System) at the Chennai division.

The total combined value of the Kavach Contracts is Rs 311.03 crore. Kernex holds a 60% share in the joint venture.

Contract 1 Details 

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Contract Value:  Rs 173.11 crore

Contract Duration:  730 days

Length: 271 Kilometers 

The contract includes the deployment of the Kavach system across the MAS-Gudur, MAS-Arakkonam, and Arakkonam, Renigunta sections within the Chennai Division. 

Contract 2 Details 

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Contract Value:  Rs 137.92 crore

Contract Duration:  540 days

The awarded contractor will be responsible for implementing Kavach, along with the construction of tower infrastructure and laying 48 optical fibre cables as the backbone network between Arakkonam and Jolarpettai within the Chennai Division.

Implementation Of Kavach System Across India 

SNItemsProgress
iLaying of Optical Fibre Cable5743 Km
iiInstallation of Telecom Towers540 Nos.
iiiProvision of Kavach at Stations664 Nos.
ivProvision of Kavach in Loco795 Locos
vInstallation of trackside equipment3727 Rkm

Kavach Implementation Future Plan

The estimated cost for installing Kavach equipment along the trackside, including at station locations, stands at approximately ₹50 lakh per route kilometre. Additionally, the cost of installing Kavach systems on locomotives is about ₹80 lakh per locomotive.

So far, a total expenditure of ₹1,950 crore has been incurred on Kavach-related works. 

Next Phase

Under the next phase of implementation, Indian Railways has finalized a project to equip 10,000 locomotives with Kavach. To facilitate this, 69 locomotive sheds have been upgraded and prepared to carry out the installations.

Furthermore, tenders have been invited for the provision of trackside Kavach systems covering approximately 15,000 route kilometres (RKm), focusing on the Golden Quadrilateral (GQ), Golden Diagonal (GD), High-Density Network (HDN), and other strategically identified sections of the Indian Railways network. Out of this, contracts covering 1,865 RKm have already been awarded and are in various stages of execution.

AIIB Delegation Visits Vizag Metro Rail Project

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AIIB Delegation Visits Vizag Metro Rail Project

VISHAKHAPATNAM (Metro Rail News): The Vizag Metro Rail Project progressed as 2 members of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank visited Phase 1 of the Vizag Metro. This visit is part of AIIB’s plan to provide funding for the project.

 AIIB will likely bear the 60% cost of the project, and the remaining 40% will be borne by the central and state governments, each contributing 20%.

About the AIIB Visit 

During their two-day visit, the delegation from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) inspected all 43 proposed metro stations planned under Phase 1 of the Visakhapatnam Metro project, covering a total length of 46.23 km. Shri Ramakrishna Reddy, Managing Director of Andhra Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (APMRC), provided a detailed overview of the project’s scope and current progress.

Visakhapatnam Metro Phase 1: Project Overview

Total Length:

  • 46 km
  • Phase 1 is divided into two systems:
    20 km Double-Decker System
    26 km Standard Metro Rail System

Double-Decker Metro System

Total Length: 20 km
Unique Feature: Longest double-decker metro system in India

Segment Details:

  • 15 km stretch: From Carshed Junction (PM Palem) to Thatichetlapalem
  • 5 km stretch: From Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (entrance gate) to Gajuwaka.

Official Statement 

APMRC MD Mr. Ramakrishna Reddy said, “We want to begin civil works by October, 2025 and are expediting all aspects of the project. The AIIB team visited the city as part of the process of sanctioning a loan (60% of the total project cost). We will prioritise Phase-1 first and will follow with Phase-2 after the international airport at Bhogapuram becomes operational.” as reported by The Hindu

Chief Secretary Inspects Patna Metro’s Priority Corridor 

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Chief Secretary Inspects Patna Metro’s Priority Corridor 

PATNA (Metro Rail News): The Patna Metro Rail Project progressed as Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena, along with Abhay Kumar Singh, IAS (MD, PMRCL, Secretary, UDHD), and other senior officials, conducted a comprehensive inspection of the Patna Metro’s Priority Corridor on June 12. 

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The priority corridor of the Patna metro is a 6.20 km elevated route of Line 2 connecting Malahi Pakri and Patliputra bus terminal. Originally, Line 2 spans 14.05 km between Patna Junction Railway Station and New ISBT, passing through 12 stations. 

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About the Inspection  

The team thoroughly reviewed all four metro stations and the depot, evaluating the ongoing construction efforts and ensuring adherence to timelines. 

During the inspection, Shri Meena emphasised the necessity of accelerating construction activities to meet the deadlines. 

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He instructed the officials to uphold the highest standards of safety and quality, highlighting the project’s critical role in enhancing public convenience and facilitating the state’s rapid urbanisation. 

Inspection of Malahi Pakri Metro Station

On 11 June, Chief Minister of Bihar, Nitish Kumar, also inspected the ongoing construction work of the Patna Metro at Malahi Pakri Metro Station. The Urban Development Minister of Bihar, Jivesh Kumar, was also present during the inspection.  

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During the inspection, the CM mentioned, “We have been continuously inspecting its construction works and instructed the officials to ensure its completion on time so that people have convenience in commuting,” the CM said.

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Further Updates 

Recently, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) announced HCC as the lowest bidder for the underground tunnelling contracts, PC05 & PC06 of Patna Metro’s Line-1.

Bangalore Suburban Rail Project: Bids Invited for track work contract C4 of Corridor 4

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Bangalore Suburban Rail Project: Bids Invited for track work contract C4 of Corridor 4

BANGALORE (Metro Rail News): Rail Infrastructure Development Company Karnataka Limited (K-RIDE) has floated tender for track work contract C4 of the Bangalore Suburban Rail Project’s (BSRP) Corridor 4. Corridor 4, also known as Kanaka Line, spans 46.285 km between Heelalige and Rajankunte. 

Tender Details 

Opening Date10 Apr 2025
Closing Date9 Aug 2025
Tender Id2025_KRIDE_232476_1
Tender NoK-RIDE/BSRP/C4/Track Laying/2025
EMD₹ 1,47,00,000

Contract Details 

Contract Amount: INR 147.33 Cr ( Approx) 

Contract Duration: 24 Months 

Scope of Work 

The scope of work under Package C4 of the BSRP includes the Design, Supply, Installation, Testing, and Commissioning of Ballastless tracks between Heelalige and Rajanukunte in Corridor 4 of the BSRP. 

Brief Scope of Work: Design, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Ballastless, Ballasted Track, Fastening System and Turnouts from Chainage (-) 635 to Chainage 46,985 m from Heelalige to Rajanukunte in Corridor 4 of BSRP.” 

Other Track Related Contract of the Bangalore Suburban Rail Project 

In April, K-RIDE announced Rahee Infratech Limited as the lowest Bidder for the track contract of Bangalore Suburban Railways’ Corridor 2, which connects Benniganahalli and Chikkabanavara. 

About the Bangalore Suburban Rail Project

The Bangalore Suburban Railway Project is an under-construction commuter rail network spanning 149.348 km and consisting of 4 Corridors. 

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Corridor Line Route Length 
Corridor 1Sampige LineKSR Bengaluru – Yelahanka – Devanahalli41.478 km
Corridor 2 Mallige LineBaiyyappanahalli Terminal – Chikkabanavara24.866 km
Corridor 3 Parijaata LineKengeri – Whitefield35.52 km
Corridor 4 Kanaka LineHeelalige – Rajankunte46.285 km
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