The Agra metro system is to be run by the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC).
CMRL and CIDC collabs for metro rail advancements
A Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between CMRL and CIDC for the expansions and developments of metro railways.
Indian Railway Minister plans 3,000 new trains for capacity boost
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw is working on a plan to introduce 3,000 new trains in the next four-five years to raise the railways’ passenger capacity from 800 crore at present to 1,000 crore.
Tourist Smart Cards for Delhi Metros
Explore Delhi’s iconic destinations with tourist smart cards from Delhi Metro In preparation for the upcoming G-20 summit and to cater to the needs of international delegates and tourists, Delhi Metro is introducing a special offering known as the ‘Tourist Smart Card.’ These convenient cards will be available for purchase at selected Metro stations from […]
Agra Metro train marks a milestone in the city’s transportation development
Sushil Kumar, the managing director of Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation, expressed his excitement about the significant day for the people of Agra. The first successful trial run of the metro train on a 3 km-long viaduct showcased the seamless operation of all train systems and equipment. With a strong commitment to initiating metro operations […]
India aims to become a major exporter of railway technology on the global stage
India has immense potential to emerge as a significant global exporter of railway technology, but our current efforts are not enough to achieve this goal. To succeed, India needs to focus on developing indigenous technologies and goods, improving the quality of its railway infrastructure, and enhancing the efficiency and safety of its railway network. By […]
Jakson completes its Mumbai Metro Project
As part of its EPC portfolio, Jakson Group, one of India’s fastest-growing energy companies, completed Line 2A for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority(MMRDA) through Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. In this project, Jakson Group was engaged as an Electrical and Mechanical contractor for Line 2A and Charkop Depot. The Scope of work included design verification, […]
Siemens powers BMRCL’s goal towards building a smart transport infrastructure
For BMRCL Siemens has been designated as a trusted partner for implementation of the first CBTC project with GoA4 technology. It is one of the highest grade of automation that allows for trains to be automatically controlled and operated, says Tilak Raj Seth, Head – Mobility, Siemens Limited. Tell us about the current involvement of […]
Metros can turn far off areas into economically viable prospects
With MRTS like the metro companies can tap into a larger pool of manpower based in far-off areas besides it will also give the corporates and the local population access to rapid transportation for business and other purposes, says Shashank Agarwal, MD, Salasar Techno Engineering Ltd. How important according to you is the role of […]
Metros provide a safe, secure and efficient mode of travel
It also offers better last-mile connectivity as compared to other modes of transport. Metros have proven to be more efficient in terms of energy consumption, space occupancy and numbers transported, says Nagesh Veeturi, Executive Director – Civil, KEC International Ltd. Kindly tell us about KEC’s pan India involvement in the design and implementation of infrastructure […]