Titagarh Rail Systems Starts BMRCL Train Set Production

17 Jun 2024 CW Team

The new train sets are designed with advanced features to provide a comfortable and efficient travel experience for commuters. They include modern passenger information systems, ergonomic seating, and enhanced safety measures. The production will adhere to stringent quality standards to ensure durability and reliability.

Titagarh Rail Systems secured this prestigious contract from BMRCL as part of the metro's expansion plans. The project aims to bolster the existing metro network and cater to the increasing demand for public transportation in Bengaluru. The addition of these new train sets is expected to significantly reduce travel time and ease congestion on the roads.

BMRCL's managing director, Anjum Parwez, expressed confidence in Titagarh's capabilities to deliver high-quality train sets within the stipulated time frame. He highlighted the importance of this partnership in achieving BMRCL's vision of a seamless and efficient metro system.

Titagarh Rail Systems' chairman, Umesh Chowdhary, reiterated the company's commitment to supporting urban transportation projects across India. He emphasised that the successful production and deployment of these train sets would reinforce Titagarh's position as a leading manufacturer of rail systems in the country.

The introduction of new train sets is a key component of BMRCL's strategy to expand and modernise Bengaluru's metro infrastructure, ultimately enhancing the overall commuter experience.

Titagarh Rail Systems has commenced the production of train sets for the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL). This significant development is part of BMRCL's efforts to enhance the city's metro infrastructure and improve urban mobility. The production, taking place at Titagarh's state-of-the-art facility in Uttarpara, West Bengal, marks a major milestone in the collaboration between the two entities. The new train sets are designed with advanced features to provide a comfortable and efficient travel experience for commuters. They include modern passenger information systems, ergonomic seating, and enhanced safety measures. The production will adhere to stringent quality standards to ensure durability and reliability. Titagarh Rail Systems secured this prestigious contract from BMRCL as part of the metro's expansion plans. The project aims to bolster the existing metro network and cater to the increasing demand for public transportation in Bengaluru. The addition of these new train sets is expected to significantly reduce travel time and ease congestion on the roads. BMRCL's managing director, Anjum Parwez, expressed confidence in Titagarh's capabilities to deliver high-quality train sets within the stipulated time frame. He highlighted the importance of this partnership in achieving BMRCL's vision of a seamless and efficient metro system. Titagarh Rail Systems' chairman, Umesh Chowdhary, reiterated the company's commitment to supporting urban transportation projects across India. He emphasised that the successful production and deployment of these train sets would reinforce Titagarh's position as a leading manufacturer of rail systems in the country. The introduction of new train sets is a key component of BMRCL's strategy to expand and modernise Bengaluru's metro infrastructure, ultimately enhancing the overall commuter experience.

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