Mumbai: RailTel Corporation of India Limited has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) worth approximately ₹82.04 crore from the Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (HRIDC) for a key railway signalling and telecommunications project in Haryana.
The contract, awarded on June 8, 2026, involves critical infrastructure work aimed at improving rail safety and operational efficiency on the Dhulawat–Manesar–New Patli rail section.
Scope of the Railway Signalling Project
As per the exchange filing, the project includes the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning (SITC) of Signalling & Telecommunication (S&T) systems along with associated works.
The project covers the following railway section and stations:
- Dhulawat–Manesar–New Patli rail corridor
- Chandla Dungerwas station
- Pachgaon Halt station
The work is aimed at strengthening railway communication systems and modern signalling infrastructure to ensure safer and more efficient train operations.
Read also: RailTel Wins ₹41.32 Crore UP Police Recruitment Board Contract for Exam Security Services Until 2028
Project Value and Timeline
The total order value stands at ₹82,04,38,912 (including taxes).
Key execution details include:
- Contract Value: ₹82.04 crore
- Awarding Authority: Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (HRIDC)
- Completion Deadline: November 27, 2027
- Project Type: Domestic railway signalling and telecom infrastructure
RailTel is expected to complete the project within the specified timeline as part of its core railway infrastructure operations.
Strategic Importance for Railway Infrastructure
The signalling and telecommunication systems being implemented under this contract are essential for modern railway operations. These systems help ensure:
- Safe train movement coordination
- Real-time communication across railway networks
- Improved operational efficiency
- Enhanced capacity and reliability of rail services
The project further highlights the growing role of state-level railway infrastructure agencies in developing advanced technical railway systems across India.
No Related Party Transactions Involved
In its regulatory filing, RailTel clarified that the contract does not involve any related party transactions. It also confirmed that neither the promoter nor promoter group entities have any interest in HRIDC, the awarding organisation.
Strengthening RailTel’s Order Book
This latest order adds to RailTel’s growing project pipeline in railway signalling and telecommunications. The company continues to secure infrastructure contracts that support the modernization of India’s railway communication systems.
The project is expected to contribute steadily to RailTel’s execution revenue over the coming years.
About RailTel
RailTel Corporation of India Limited is a Navratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways. It is one of India’s largest neutral telecom infrastructure providers, offering broadband, telecom services, and railway communication solutions. The company plays a key role in modernising railway signalling, digital connectivity, and IT infrastructure across the country.
Read also: RailTel Secures ₹31.21 Crore IT Infrastructure Upgrade Order from NSIL to Boost Digital Expansion
