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RailTel Secures ₹103.4 Crore Smart City Projects in Panvel and Nashik; Stock Rises Over 2%- Know More

State-run RailTel bags two major contracts for digital infrastructure development under Safe City and Smart City missions, boosting investor sentiment and strengthening its role in urban connectivity solutions.
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New Delhi: Shares of RailTel Corporation of India Ltd. saw strong momentum in Friday’s session following the announcement of two significant project wins valued at approximately ₹103.4 crore. The orders, tied to smart city infrastructure in Panvel and Nashik, have bolstered investor confidence, pushing the stock up by more than 2% intraday on the BSE.

Two Big Wins: Project Overview

1. Panvel Safe City Project

  • Value: ₹32.51 crore
  • Client: Panvel Municipal Corporation
  • Scope: Deployment of SD-WAN-based leased internet/MPLS connectivity across key civic locations
  • Deadline: March 19, 2031
  • Details: RailTel will be responsible for supply, installation, and support services, aligning with Panvel’s efforts to enhance urban safety via digital infrastructure.

2. Nashik & Trimbakeshwar City Network Backbone

  • Value: ₹70.94 crore
  • Client: Nashik Municipal Smart City Development Corporation Ltd.
  • Scope: Complete end-to-end work — supply, laying, installation, testing, commissioning — plus long-term O&M for a robust city-wide digital backbone.
  • Deadline: December 31, 2026

These projects form part of India’s broader Smart Cities Mission, where digital connectivity and surveillance infrastructure are key components.

Read also: RailTel Secures Rs 18.56 Crore Cybersecurity Contract from IRCTC; Adds to Recent Rs 396 Cr Project Win in Bihar

Stock Performance

RailTel’s stock opened at ₹368.00 and surged to a high of ₹379.15 during the session. As of mid-day trading, the shares were up 2.01%, quoting ₹370.50 on the BSE. The sharp intraday spike of 7.35 basis points followed the announcement, indicating positive market sentiment.

Why This Matters

These wins highlight RailTel’s increasing relevance in India’s urban digital transformation drive. Known primarily for its railway-focused telecom infrastructure, the company is now:

  • Expanding into municipal digital infrastructure
  • Securing longer-duration projects with recurring revenues via operations & maintenance
  • Strengthening its foothold in network services beyond railways

Both projects are technically demanding, involving cutting-edge connectivity setups, and are expected to be margin-accretive due to the O&M component.

Strategic Outlook

Analysts say these projects:

  • Offer revenue visibility across multiple financial years
  • Reinforce RailTel’s positioning as a preferred digital infra partner for local governments
  • Could serve as a stepping stone to future smart city contracts across India

Moreover, RailTel’s vast fiber-optic network (60,000+ km), data center offerings, and track record of public sector execution put it in a strong position to leverage the government’s Digital India agenda.

About RailTel

RailTel Corporation of India Ltd. is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Railways. It provides broadband, VPN, data center, and managed network services across the country. RailTel is also involved in the modernization of railway stations, implementation of video surveillance networks, and enabling secure internet infrastructure for public and private sectors.

Read also: RailTel Shares Surge Over 4% After Bagging ₹396 Crore Bihar Education Project Orders for ICT Labs and Smart Classrooms


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