New Delhi: Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), a Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has secured a significant achievement by emerging as the lowest bidder (L1) for a major traction infrastructure project awarded by Central Railway in Maharashtra.
The project is a critical component of the Indian Railways’ infrastructure modernization drive and involves comprehensive electrification work to enhance traction power and support increased freight movement.
Project Details and Scope of Work
The awarded contract includes the design, supply, erection, testing, and commissioning of high-voltage traction substations, sectioning posts (SPs), and sub-sectioning posts (SSPs) within a 2×25 KV traction system (Scott Connected Transformer). These facilities will be developed along the Daund–Solapur sections of Central Railway.
Once operational, this upgraded traction system will boost the railway’s ability to handle higher freight loads efficiently, aligning with the target of achieving a 3,000 MT loading capacity.
Project Value and Timelines
As per the company’s regulatory filing, the total project cost stands at ₹272.08 crore (including taxes) and will be executed in 24 months under the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) mode.
The contract, awarded by Central Railway, is part of RVNL’s regular business operations. The company clarified in its disclosure, signed by Kalpana Dubey, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, that there is no interest from promoter groups or related parties in the awarding entity.
Boosting Maharashtra’s Rail Electrification and Capacity
This development underscores RVNL’s growing role in driving India’s rail electrification and infrastructure enhancement initiatives. By expanding traction power capacity in one of the busiest railway corridors, the project will improve energy efficiency, reduce congestion, and enable smoother freight operations in the state of Maharashtra.
About Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL)
Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) is a Miniratna Category-I Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. Established to implement and expedite rail infrastructure projects, RVNL is engaged in project management, electrification, track doubling, gauge conversion, and station development across India. The company has consistently delivered projects that strengthen the Indian Railways’ operational efficiency and capacity.
