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.
Thane (Metro Rail News): The Thane Metro project progressed as Maha-Metro has issued bids to carry out the construction work of a 20 km Viaduct for the Thane Integral Ring Metro Project.
Tender Details
Opening Date
30 May 2025
Closing Date
10 Jul 2025
Tender Id
2025_MMRCL_1185576_1
Tender No
T1-015/C-01/2025
Pre Bid Meeting
12-06-2025
Bid Security ( EMD)
Rs. 7.12 Crores
Contract Details
Contract Amount: Rs. 1422 Crores ( Approx)
Contract Duration: 30 Months
Scope of Work: Design and Construction of Elevated Metro Viaduct Of Length 20.527 km between Ug Ramp and Balkum Naka, including Depot Approach Viaduct And Three Special Spans For the Thane Integral Ring Metro Project.
About the Thane Integral Ring Metro Project
The Thane Metro project is set to establish a 29-kilometre corridor along the western periphery of Thane city, which will include 22 stations. The Project is estimated to cost ₹ 12,200.10 crore,. The Project will be financed with equal equity from the Government of India (GOI) and the Government of Maharashtra (GoM), as well as part-funding from bilateral agencies. The project is expected to become operational by 2029.
Gurgaon (Metro Rail News): Following the tendering of Phase 1, Gurgaon Metro Rail Limited (GMRL) has now floated a tender for conducting a geotechnical survey for Phase 2 of the Gurgaon Metro project. This signals the beginning of preparatory work for the upcoming extension of the metro network.
Gurgaon Metro Phase 2: Project Overview
The second phase of the Gurgaon Metro project will span approximately 16 kilometres, connecting Sector 9 Metro Station to Cyber City. In addition will include 14 stations. This route will strengthen urban mobility across key commercial and residential hubs in the city.
Geotechnical Work Tender Details
The tender for the geotechnical investigation has been issued with an estimated cost of ₹71.25 lakh. The appointed contractor will be required to complete the survey within 60 days from the date of work allotment.
Bid Submission Deadline: 12 June 2025.
Scope of Work
The geotechnical survey aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of subsurface conditions for the design of the elevated metro corridor. The brief scope of work includes:
Preparation of a comprehensive report summarising soil and rock classifications.
Analysis of laboratory and in-situ test data.
Recommendations on the type of foundations to be adopted, supported by design calculations
Highlighting the design criteria, methodology, and categorisation of soil strata encountered
Methodology and Field Investigations
As part of the scope, the appointed geotechnical consultant will carry out a number of field investigations, including:
Drilling boreholes through soil and rock layers
Conducting Standard Penetration Tests (SPT)
Collecting soil and rock samples for laboratory testing
Monitoring and recording groundwater levels along the proposed route
These detailed investigations will be carried out at one-kilometre intervals along the corridor to ensure accurate assessment of ground conditions for engineering design and construction planning.
Gurgaon Metro Extension ( Millennium City Centre – Cyber City)
This new corridor of the Gurgaon Metro will connect the Millennium City Centre Metro Station with the Cyber City Metro Station. This new Line will span about 28.8 km and feature 27 stations.
Further Update on Gurgaon Metro Project
Recently, GMRL received bids from 8 firms under package CC-01. This package entails the construction of a viaduct and 14 elevated metro stations along the corridor from Millennium City Centre to Sector 9 (inclusive). The alignment extends from chainage (-)594 metres to 12,603 metres, forming the core of Phase 1 of the Gurgaon Metro.
In addition to the main alignment, the package includes:
A 1.85 km long spur connecting to the Dwarka Expressway
Indore (Metro Rail News): Indore city achieved a major milestone in its urban transport development with the commencement of metro services. On May 31, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Super Priority Corridor. The Super Priority Corridor is a part of Indore Metro’s Yellow Line. This 6-kilometre stretch features five stations and signals the beginning of passenger operations on the network.
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Super Corridor 3 Passenger services will start from the Gandhi Nagar station. Alstom has already delivered 13 metro coaches to the depot in preparation for operations.
Indore Metro’s Yellow Line
The Yellow Line of the Indore Metro will span a total of 31.32 kilometres, including:
22.62 km of elevated track
8.7 km of underground sections
28 stations across the corridor
The project is being developed at an estimated cost of ₹7,500 crore. The Super Priority Corridor alone accounts for approximately ₹1,520 crore of the total project cost.
PM’s Visit and Associated Events
The inauguration took place during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Madhya Pradesh. On the same day, he participated in the Mahila Sashaktikaran Maha Sammelan in Bhopal, which was organised to commemorate the 300th birth anniversary of Queen Ahilyabai Holkar. During the visit, the Prime Minister also laid the foundation stone for several development projects in the state.
Kanpur (Metro Rail News): The Kanpur Metro Project progressed as Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the 7 km section of Line 1, which connects Moti Jheel and Kanpur Central Station. The Regular metro operations on this route will commence from 31st May 2025.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi flagged off the Line 1’s new underground stretch between the Moti Jheel and Kanpur Central Station. This section features 5 stations.
Stations
Chunniganj
Naveen Market
Bada Chauraha
Nayaganj
Kanpur Central
The entire Line 1 of Kanpur Metro spans 23.785 km from IIT Kanpur to Naubasta through 22 stations. Currently, Line 1 is operational from IIT to Moti-Jheel.
The Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety (CMRS) approved this stretch in May 2025. The CMRS inspection was conducted in March 2025.
In December 2024, the first trial runs were commenced on this section by Alstom’s supplied trainset. The trials were conducted for both upline and downline.
Nagpur (Metro Rail News): M/S Sterling Wilson Pvt Ltd has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from Maha-Metro for the electrification contract of Nagpur Metro Phase 2.
Bidding Process
In 2024, Maha-Metro invited bids for this contract with a 1260-day deadline.
Technical bids were opened on 9 August 2024, revealing that 6 firms have submitted bids for the contract.
The technical evaluation of the submitted bids took place on 30 September 2024.
On 1 October 2024, financial bids were opened, and the financial evaluation took place on 29 May 2025. 5 firms out of 6 got rejected during the financial evaluation.
After the financial evaluation, M/S Sterling Wilson Pvt Ltd was declared the lowest bidder for the contract.
On 29 May 2025, M/S Sterling Wilson Pvt Ltd received the LoA for the contract.
Financial Bid Values
Firms
Bid Value
M/S Sterling Wilson Pvt Ltd
₹ 389.9 Cr
BNC Power Projects Limited
₹ 388.9 Cr
Ircon International Limited
₹ 508 Cr
KEC International Limited
₹ 397.8 Cr
Larsen and Toubro Limited
₹ 508 Cr
Siemens Ltd
₹ 413.5 Cr
Contract Details
M/S Sterling Wilson Bid Value: ₹ 389.9 Cr
Contract Duration:1260 Days
Scope of Work: Design, Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of Receiving Cum Auxiliary Main Cum Traction Sub Stations Including EHV Connection From Grid Substation, 33 kV Cable Network, ASS & SCADA System For Nagpur Metro Rail Phase-2 Project.
Nagpur (Metro Rail News): Siemens Limited has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from Maha-Metro for the telecommunication system contract for Nagpur Metro Phase 2.
Bidding Process
In 2024, Maha-Metro invited bids for this contract with a 994-day deadline.
Technical bids were opened on 19 September 2024, revealing that 2 firms, Siemens Limited and L&T Technology Services Limited, have submitted bids for the contract.
The technical evaluation of the submitted bids took place on 24 October 2024.
On 25 October 2024, financial bids were opened, and the financial evaluation took place on 29 May 2025. During the financial evaluation, the L&T Technology Services Limited bid of ₹ 204.9 Cr got rejected.
After the financial evaluation, Siemens Limited was declared the lowest bidder for the contract. On 29 May 2025, Siemens Limited received the Letter of Acceptance (LoA) for the telecommunication system contract for Nagpur Metro Phase 2.
Contract Details
Siemen Bid Value: ₹ 197.9 Cr
Contract Duration: 994 Days
Scope of Work: Design, Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of Telecommunication System For Nagpur Metro Rail Project Phase-2.
New Delhi (Metro Rail News): On 29 May 2025, Mr. Masato Kanda, President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), visited India’s first Namo Bharat Corridor during his first official visit to the country. He was hosted by a senior delegation of NCRTC led by Mr. Shalabh Goel, Managing Director of NCRTC, and other senior officials.
About the ADB President’s Visit to Delhi-Meerut RRTS
During the visit, the ADB President travelled on the Namo Bharat train from Sahibabad to Duhai Depot Station, experiencing first-hand the speed, comfort, and commuter-centric features of this next-generation regional rail system. He appreciated the inclusive design of the train and stations, and commended the use of cutting-edge technologies.
At Duhai Depot, NCRTC showcased several community development initiatives undertaken under the Japan Fund for Prosperous and Resilient Asia and the Pacific (JFPR). As part of these efforts, President Kanda distributed assistive aids — including smart canes, wheelchairs, crutches, and hearing aids — to specially-abled individuals. Certificates were also presented to women who had completed employability training programs facilitated through the JFPR Grant. Further, women students who received self-defence and life skills training under the initiative shared their personal journeys with the visiting delegation. These initiatives reflect NCRTC’s commitment to inclusive growth, with ADB’s support, by empowering local communities and advancing gender equity through targeted skilling and outreach programs
Official Statement from NCRTC MD
On the occasion, Shri Shalabh Goel stated that, “the partnership with ADB has been of immense benefit to NCRTC in bringing in innovative technologies into the system”. Mr Kanda appreciated the team NCRTC and stated that, “we are committed to further strengthen ADB’s partnership with NCRTC”.
ADB President’s Visit to NCRTC’s Centre of Innovation.
The delegation later visited ‘Aparimit’ — NCRTC’s Centre of Innovation. Officials demonstrated the use of advanced technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Building Information Modelling (BIM) for project implementation, operational efficiency, and immersive training. With ADB’s support, these digital solutions have helped NCRTC build a future-ready team and set global standards in project execution.
He was also briefed on NCRTC’s gender-inclusive operational model and interacted with women train operators and station controllers, who form a significant part of the workforce. The initiative reflects the commitment to the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of women-led development, making Namo Bharat not only a technological benchmark but also a symbol of equitable public transport.
ADB’s Role in Delhi – Meerut RRTS
ADB is the lead multilateral funding partner for the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor, contributing approximately USD 1 billion. The corridor is India’s first semi-high-speed regional rail system aimed at transforming regional connectivity and promoting sustainable urbanisation across the National Capital Region.
Pune ( Metro Rail News): Maha-Metro has invited bids for the Consultancy Services for Preparation of Alternative Analysis Report & Detailed Project Report for new metro corridors in Pune, which will connect Pune Airport, Lohgoan and Kondhwa/ Yewalewadi /Undri Area.
Tender Details
Tender Id
P2-DPR-02/2025(NCB) Dated: 23.05.2025
Tender No
P2-DPR-02/2025(NCB)
Tender Opening Date
23 May 2025
Tender Closing Date
24 Jun 2025
EMD
₹ 2,18,000
Pre-Bid Meeting
10-06-2025
Contract Details
Contract Duration: 6 Months from the date of Issue of LoA
Contracts Scope of Work: Consultancy Services For Preparation Of Alternative Analysis Report (aar) & Detailed Project Report (dpr) For New Corridors Providing Connectivity To Pune Airport, Lohgoan) And Kondhwa/ Yewalewadi /undri Area
Further Updates
Recently, Maha-Metro also invited bids for the Detailed Design Consultancy Services for 14 Elevated Stations of Pune Metro Phase 2’s Line 5.
HBL Engineering Limited has received a Letter of Acceptance ( LoA) from IRCON International Ltd. for the KAVACH contract worth Rs. 101.55 crore, which includes the provision of the Kavach System in the Bangalore and Mysore divisions of South Western Railway.
Contract Details
Contract Value: Rs. 101.55 crore
Contract Deadline: 18 Months
The contract entails the implementation of the Kavach Automatic Train Protection (ATP) System across 778 kilometres within the Bangalore and Mysore divisions of South Western Railway. The scope includes coverage of 85 stations and integration with two locomotives, which will increase operational safety and signalling efficiency across the designated route.
Other Kavach Contracts secured by HBL Engineering
Recently, HBL Engineering Limited received a Letter of Acceptance ( LoA) from the Western Railways for the KAVACH contract worth ₹145.83 crore, which included the provision of the Kavach System across 48 stations covering a 428 km route.
Kolkata ( Metro Rail News): Metro Railway Kolkata has issued a tender for the Deployment of the KAVACH system on the Kolkata Metro Yellow Line’s 7.03 km stretch between Noapara and Jai Hind metro stations.
Tender Details
Tender Id
ST-WORKS-19-2025-METRO-KOL-HQ-S AND T/METRO RAILWAY
Tender No
ST-WORKS-19-2025
EMD
₹ 25,34,200
Bidding Start Date
20/06/2025
Tender Closing Date
04/07/2025
Pre-Bid Conference Date
11/06/2025
Period of Completion
24 Months
Contract Details
Contract Amount: Rs. 47.69 Crores
Contract Duration: 24 Months
Scope of Work
The contract includes the Survey, Design, Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of the Moving Block Kavach system on the Kolkata Metro Yellow Line’s 7.03 km stretch between Noapara and Jai Hind. This section features 4 stations.
Stations
Noapara
Dum Dum Cantt
Jessore Road
Jai Hind
Brief Scope of Work: Survey, Design, Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of Moving Block Kavach system with ATP, ATS, ATO features compliant with IEEE 1474 and IEC 62290 standards in Yellow line from Noapara station to Jai Hind station of Metro Railway, Kolkata.
About Kolkata Metro’s Yellow Line
Originally, the Yellow Line of Kolkata Metro spans 16.876 km from Noapara to Barasat, featuring 10 stations.
