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Railway Board DG surveys Kolkata Metro stretches
The Director General (Safety) of Railway Board, Braj Mohan Agrawal, conducted an inspection of the Esplanade-Howrah Maidan stretch of the Green Line and the Esplanade to Mahanayak Uttam Kumar stretch of the Blue Line of Kolkata Metro. This was done as part of passenger safety surveillance measures.
Prior to the inspection, Agrawal held a high-level meeting with all principal heads of departments of Metro Railway, in the presence of General Manager P Uday Kumar Reddy, to evaluate various safety measures, according to a statement by Metro Railway.
Apart from the inspection, he ..
Kolkata Metro Embraces UPI for Ticketing System
Kolkata Metro is set to revolutionise its ticketing system by integrating Unified Payments Interface (UPI) technology. This move aims to streamline the ticketing process and enhance commuter convenience. The initiative is a part of the metro's efforts to embrace digitalization and cater to the evolving needs of passengers in the digital age.
The UPI-based ticketing system will allow passengers to purchase tickets seamlessly using their smartphones. By leveraging UPI, commuters can make transactions directly from their bank accounts, eliminating the need for physical cash or cards. This ..
Kolkata metro introduces upi-based ticketing for green line
The Kolkata Metro is set to introduce a new ticketing system based on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for its Green Line. This initiative aims to enhance the commuter experience by offering a convenient and cashless payment option for metro tickets.
The UPI-based ticketing system will enable passengers to purchase metro tickets using their smartphones, eliminating the need for physical tokens or smart cards. Commuters can simply download the metro's mobile app, link their UPI-enabled bank account, and seamlessly pay for their tickets digitally.
This digital ticketing solution is..
Railways Open Empanelment for Rooftop Solar Projects
The Indian Railways has initiated the process of empanelling vendors for the installation of rooftop solar projects across various railway premises. This move is part of the Railways' commitment to promoting renewable energy and reducing its carbon footprint.
Through this empanelment process, the Railways aims to onboard qualified vendors who can execute rooftop solar projects efficiently and in adherence to quality standards. The initiative seeks to leverage the vast rooftop space available across railway properties for the deployment of solar power generation systems.
The empan..
RVNL Secures Maharashtra Metro Project
Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) has successfully secured a significant metro project in Maharashtra worth Rs 3.39 billion. The project, awarded to RVNL, underscores the company's expertise and capabilities in executing large-scale infrastructure projects.
The Maharashtra Metro project involves the construction of crucial metro infrastructure to enhance connectivity and mobility in the state. RVNL's involvement in the project is expected to contribute to the development of modern and efficient transportation systems in Maharashtra.
The project's scope includes the design, construc..
