NCRTC Invites Bids For Delhi–Gurugram–SNB Namo Bharat Corridor

15 Oct 2025 CW Team

The National Capital Region Transportation Corporation (NCRTC) has invited bids for the engagement of a General Consultant (GC) for the Delhi–Gurugram–SNB Namo Bharat corridor, marking a key step in expanding high-speed regional connectivity across the National Capital Region (NCR).

The Delhi–Gurugram–SNB Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridor will span 105.02 km and include 16 stations, enhancing mobility and promoting sustainable transport solutions for commuters across the region.

According to tender details, the bid number is DA/GC/COR-OF/038, with Tender ID 2025_NCRTC_251546_1. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 24 October 2025, while the bid submission window opens on 4 November 2025 and closes on 11 November 2025.

NCRTC stated that the new corridor will strengthen regional integration and advance high-speed, green mobility under India’s growing urban transport network.

Recently, NCRTC also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) to promote education, research, and executive training in the railway sector.

This strategic collaboration aims to develop industry-ready professionals, foster innovation, and support the Namo Bharat high-speed regional rail initiative, contributing to India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision of sustainable infrastructure and modern mobility.

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