MMRDA Approves Infrastructure Contracts Worth Over Rs 12,000 Crore for Mumbai Metro Projects

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The recent Executive Committee meeting of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has cleared infrastructure contracts worth more than Rs 12,000 crore for various Mumbai metro projects. Chairing the meeting, Chief Secretary Sujata Saunik emphasized the significance of these projects, which include systems integration, rolling stock, civil works, traction power, automatic fare collection (AFC) systems, depot infrastructure, and multi-modal integration (MMI). The contracts were awarded to various companies, including Larsen & Toubro Ltd., IRCON International Ltd., and NCC Ltd., among others.

Key Takeaways:

  • The MMRDA has approved infrastructure contracts worth over Rs 12,000 crore for various Mumbai metro projects, including Metro Lines 4 & 4A, Metro Line 6, and the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL).
  • The contracts cover a wide range of components, including systems integration, rolling stock, civil works, traction power, AFC systems, depot infrastructure, and MMI.
  • Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, Metropolitan Commissioner of MMRDA, stated that each project has been meticulously evaluated to ensure it contributes meaningfully to the integrated growth of Mumbai's transport infrastructure.
  • Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis emphasized the long-term impact of the projects, stating that the Government of Maharashtra is committed to delivering infrastructure that not only meets today's demands but anticipates future needs.
  • Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde added that these landmark approvals underscore the state's unwavering commitment to building globally benchmarked transport infrastructure.
  • The MMRDA has awarded contracts to various companies, including Larsen & Toubro Ltd., IRCON International Ltd., NCC Ltd., and others.

Statistics:

  • Rs 12,000 crore - Total value of infrastructure contracts cleared by MMRDA
  • Rs 4,788 crore - Total value of contract awarded to Larsen & Toubro Ltd. for integrated systems including rolling stock, CBTC signaling, telecom, PSDs, and depot equipment
  • Rs 551.41 crore - Revised value of contract for MTHL Package-4, which includes ITS, toll management, ATMS, street lighting, and administrative infrastructure
  • Rs 2,269.66 crore - Total value of contract awarded to NCC Ltd. for providing rolling stock, signaling, telecom, PSDs, and depot machinery for Metro Line 6
  • USD 7.59 million + Rs 14.29 crore - Total value of contract awarded for supply of 6,900 MT of head-hardened rails to Rail Procurement
  • Rs 497.46 crore - Total value of contract awarded to IRCON International Ltd. for delivering RSS, OHE, SCADA, and E&M systems with depot works for Metro Line 5

Sources:

  • Indian National Press (Bombay) Pvt. Ltd.
  • Contify.com