RVNL Wins Rs 4.5 Billion Delhi Metro Phase-IV Contract

17 Jul 2025 CW Team

Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd (RVNL) has received a Letter of Award (LOA) from Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) for a contract valued at Rs 4.47 billion. The contract forms part of the Phase-IV expansion of the Delhi Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS).

The project entails partial design and construction of a 7.3-kilometre viaduct spanning from Chainage 1,202.782 metres to 8,501.25 metres. It also includes the construction of platforms at seven metro stations: Pushp Vihar, Saket District Court, Pushpa Bhawan, Chirag Delhi, Greater Kailash-1, Andrews Ganj, and Lajpat Nagar.

Additionally, pre-engineered building structures will be constructed at all stations along the corridor. This stretch falls under the Lajpat Nagar to Saket G Block corridor. The project is to be completed within 36 months.

The award aligns with Delhi Metro’s broader Phase-IV strategy to enhance intra-city connectivity. For RVNL, this project further strengthens its metro infrastructure portfolio and contributes to urban transit development.

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