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RVNL and YFC Projects?BBG JV Sole Bidders for Nagpur Metro Phase 2

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) and YFC Projects?BBG Infrastructure JV have emerged as the sole contenders for the civil construction contracts C-06 and C-08 of Nagpur Metro's Phase 2 expansion, as announced by Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MAHA-METRO).

The competitive landscape for these crucial infrastructure projects narrowed down significantly as the bidding process concluded, leaving only two entities in the race. The contracts encompass the construction of 16 elevated metro stations across various corridors of Nagpur's burgeoning metro network.

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Maha Metro issues Rs 10 bn tender for Nagpur Metro Ph-II Infra

The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation has released a tender for the construction of an elevated Metro viaduct and a road bridge in Reach-1A of the Nagpur Metro Rail Project (NMRP) Phase-II.

The project encompasses the construction of a Metro viaduct spanning 17.624 km from ch.21256.814 to ch.38881.7, including railway spans measuring 79 meters and 100 meters. Additionally, it involves the development of a six-lane double-decker road bridge/flyover extending over 1.027 km on the national highway, supported by integrated piers located between ch.22873.8 to ch.23900.777, all within Reac..

PMRDA to Allocate 9.7 Hectares of Land to Tata Group

The Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) has taken a significant step towards enhancing non-fare revenue for the forthcoming 23km elevated third Metro line running from Hinjewadi to Shivajinagar. PMRDA's Chief Engineer, Rinaj Pathan, revealed that a total of 9.7 hectares of land is set to be handed over to the concessionaire, Tata Group, for commercial development purposes.

Of this land, 4.75 hectares have already been transferred to the concessionaire in Balewadi, with an additional 5 hectares in Maan slated to be allocated in the near future. This move is expected t..

Andhra train crash: CRS report implies avoidable accident

Railway safety experts, loco pilot associations, and trade union representatives attributed primary blame for the collision of two trains in the Waltair Division of the East Coast Railway, which resulted in 17 fatalities, to senior railway operating officials. They referred to the October 29, 2023, train accident.

According to the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) report, it was found that three trains had overrun two defective signals before the accident. It was alleged that senior operating officials had overlooked these signals. The collision occurred when Train No. 08504 (VSKP-R..

Railways Calls for Bids for Varanasi Division Projects

Indian Railways has initiated the bidding process for various infrastructure projects in the Varanasi division. These projects aim to enhance rail connectivity and modernise facilities in the region, bolstering local transportation and economic growth.

The projects include the construction of new railway lines, upgrades to existing tracks, and improvements in station infrastructure across Varanasi division. This initiative is part of Indian Railways' ongoing efforts to modernise and expand its network, catering to increasing passenger and freight demands.

The bidding process invi..