Pavna Signs MoU with Tamil Nadu Government for Auto-Components Plant

18 Sep 2025 CW Team

Pavna Industries, a manufacturer of automotive components for passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, three-wheelers, commercial vehicles, and off-road vehicles, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Tamil Nadu to establish an auto-components manufacturing facility at the Future Mobility Park in Shoolagiri, Krishnagiri District.

As part of the MoU, the state government will extend support for the timely execution of the project. The facility is aimed at enhancing Pavna Industries’ manufacturing footprint, strengthening its role in the automotive ecosystem, and contributing to Tamil Nadu’s vision of becoming a hub for mobility solutions.

Commenting on the development, Swapnil Jain, Managing Director, Pavna Industries Limited, said, “We are proud to partner with the Government of Tamil Nadu for this project, which will generate employment, create opportunities for local talent, and support the state’s thriving automotive ecosystem. This initiative is aligned with the Make in India vision and underscores Pavna Industries’ dedication to nation-building through world-class manufacturing. We value the support extended by the Government of Tamil Nadu in enabling this expansion.”

The investment highlights Pavna Industries’ commitment to long-term growth while promoting advanced manufacturing practices and employment generation in the state.

Infrastructure Transport

05 Feb 2026

MMRDA Installs 325-Tonne Steel Spans on Mumbai Metro Line 4

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has achieved a key construction milestone on Metro Line 4 with the successful installation of three large steel spans at Bhandup West during overnight operations.The spans, together weighing 325 metric tonnes, were launched using eight heavy-duty cranes and 12 multi-axle vehicles. The operation required precise engineering and meticulous planning to minimise disruption in the densely populated suburban area.Due to effective inter-agency coordination, the work—originally scheduled across four nights—was completed within just two n..

CMRL Targets March 2027 Opening for Vadapalani–Panagal Park

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) is progressing as scheduled to open the Vadapalani–Panagal Park section of Phase II’s Corridor 4 by March 2027. The 3.5 km underground stretch is part of the 26.1 km Corridor 4 connecting Lighthouse with Poonamallee Bypass.Construction activities are advancing steadily, with tunnelling works between Vadapalani and Panagal Park already completed. Track-laying operations are expected to commence shortly. At Panagal Park station, structural works have reached the concourse and platform levels, while excavation continues at the lowest level.CMRL is also consid..

Maha-Metro Invites Pune Metro Civil Maintenance Bids

Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro) has invited bids for the annual civil maintenance contract of the Pune Metro Rail Project. The tender, bearing ID and number P1-O&M-20/2025, is scheduled to close on 23 February 2026, with a pre-bid meeting slated for 10 February 2026. The earnest money deposit (EMD) for the contract is Rs 3,50,500, and the duration of the contract is one year.The scope of work includes annual civil maintenance of 28 elevated and underground stations, 28.079 km of elevated viaduct including steel bridges, 12.15 km of tunnels, and two depots under the ..