Ircon International secures variation order worth Rs 59.44 crore from Northeast Frontier Railway
Ircon International Ltd has announced a significant development in the Jiribam-Imphal new Railway Project with the receipt of a variation order from the Northeast Frontier Railway.
This update marks a major milestone in the infrastructure push across the northeastern region of India. The variation order involves the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of Integrated Tunnel Communication Systems and an OFC-based industrial-grade network. It also includes laying of optical fiber cables and other related network infrastructure, essential for ensuring seamless communication throughout the railway network.
This additional scope has resulted in an increase in the contract value by ₹59.44 crore, raising the total to ₹203.61 crore from the original ₹144.17 crore. The order was placed by the office of the Deputy Chief Signal and Telecommunication Engineer (Construction), Silchar, under the North East Frontier Railway. The original contract was inked on February 20, 2024, and with the new variation included, the project is expected to be completed by June 30, 2025.
The Jiribam-Imphal railway line is a vital project that aims to enhance connectivity and economic development in the region. The installation of advanced tunnel communication systems and network infrastructure is crucial for ensuring operational safety and efficiency in this strategically important terrain. Ircon's involvement in this ambitious project underscores its expertise and continued commitment to developing critical railway infrastructure in challenging geographies.
Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at BusinessUpturn.com
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