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India.com
4 days ago
- India.com
Good news for Delhi, Mumbai and Pune as Indian Railways plans to launch 10 Vande Bharat Sleeper trains by..., important routes may include....
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train (Image: X) Vande Bharat Sleeper trains launch: In a significant good news for the residents of New Delhi, Pune, Mumbai and Kolkata, the Indian Railways is expected to launch ten Vande Bharat Sleeper trains in the ongoing financial year (FY 25-26). Manufactured in a collaboration with Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML), the new ultra-modern trains are expected to provide world-class facilities at afforable routes. 'We expect to roll out 10 Vande Bharat Sleeper trains in the ongoing financial year. These trains are being manufactured in a collaboration with BEML', a senior railway official was quoted as saying about the launch of the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains by a report carried by ETNow. Although the routes of the trains have not been officially announced, important routes like New Delhi-Howrah, Sealdah-New Delhi, New Delhi-Pune, New Delhi-Mumbai, and New Delhi-Secunderabad are expected to be part of it. Readers should also note that the official announcement about the launch will be mad by the Railway Board (RB). Vande Bharat sleeper train- Top Speed In a significant achievement for the Indian Railways, the Modi government recently announced that the Vande Bharat sleeper train achieved a peak speed of 180 km per hour in its multiple trials in the last three days. Sharing a video of a successful trial in Kota Division, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, mentioned the speed in a post on X. The video shows a full glass of water adjacent to a mobile on a plain surface inside a Vande Bharat sleeper train. The static water level can be seen in the video as the train achieves near constant peak speed of 180 km per hour, a report by IANS news agency said. Notably, passengers are already enjoying reclining seats and world-class travel experience through 136 Vande Bharat trains running across the country on medium and short distances and the new Vande Bharat Sleeper trains are expected to go near the top speed. (With inputs from agencies)
Hans India
15-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
BEML gets nod for manufacturing unit in MP
Bengaluru: Indigenous technology is the way forward for India, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Wednesday during a visit to Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) in Bengaluru. Yadav, who was at the facility to flag off BEML's 2,100th metro coach, also handed over a formal letter for the allocation of 60.063 hectares in Madhya Pradesh for the establishment of a new BEML manufacturing unit. Indigenous technology or Indigenous Technological Knowledge (ITK) refers to the traditional skills, innovations, and practices developed by native communities over generations. Rooted in local resources and culture, it addresses the specific needs of these communities through time-tested, sustainable methods. 'We often look towards foreign countries, but efforts like these within India are what truly drive the nation forward. I have been told that BEML also plays a major role in the manufacturing of BrahMos and other types of missiles,' he told journalists after the flag-off. Yadav noted that this was his second visit to Bengaluru after assuming office as chief minister. Shantanu Roy, Chairman and Managing Director of BEML, received the land allotment letter from the Madhya Pradesh CM for the establishment of a rolling stock manufacturing unit in the Umeria Raisen district of the state. The 2,100th metro coach, built for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) through the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), represents the latest in driverless technology, complying with Grade of Automation 4 (GoA4) standards. Equipped for Unattended Train Operation (UTO), the coach includes state-of-the-art safety systems and smart features designed to meet global standards. BEML's metro journey began with the Railway Supply Institute (RSI) project for the Delhi Metro in the early 2000s.
New Indian Express
15-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
BEML's 2,100th metro coach flagged off by Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav
BENGALURU: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav flagged off the 2,100th Metro coach developed by Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) from its Bengaluru facility on Wednesday. He also handed over the land allotment letter to BEML CMD Shantanu Roy for a new Rs 1,800 crore rail manufacturing unit at Umeria in Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh. Madhya Pradesh has approved 60.063 hectares for this state-of-the-art facility, which will manufacture rolling stock for rail and urban mobility projects. This move is expected to boost regional industry and generate jobs, BEML said in a statement. Speaking at the event, Yadav said, 'This moment marks a significant milestone—not only for the people of Madhya Pradesh but for the nation at large. The rollout of BEML's 2,100th Metro coach stands as a powerful reflection to India's growing stature in advanced manufacturing, engineering excellence and indigenous technology development. This forward-looking initiative will play a pivotal role in enhancing Madhya Pradesh's industrial ecosystem, while creating meaningful opportunities for youth, MSMEs, and local communities, strengthening the foundations of inclusive and sustainable growth.' The 2100th coach, built for MMRDA via DMRC, features GoA4-grade automation and India's first Onboard Condition Monitoring System for real-time diagnostics. With modern commuter features, this coach sets new standards in safety, comfort, and innovation. BEML continues to power India's metro growth with cutting-edge technology, the BEML stated. 'The location we selected for setting up the unit is truly special, as it already has all the necessary facilities in place, including logistics and academic institutions,' Roy said. Meanwhile, Yadav also participated in the 'Investment Opportunities in Madhya Pradesh' event organised to attract investors and industrialists to invest in the state.
United News of India
14-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
MP CM Yadav visits BEML plant, hands over land for new unit in Raisen district
Bengaluru, May 14 (UNI) In a significant push towards indigenous industrial development, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday handed over a formal letter allocating 60.063 hectares of land to Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) for the establishment of a new rolling stock manufacturing unit at Umeria in Raisen district. The announcement was made during CM Yadav's visit to the BEML facility in Bengaluru, where he also flagged off the 2,100th metro coach manufactured by the company. The coach, destined for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) via Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), features driverless Unattended Train Operation (UTO) capability and complies with the Grade of Automation 4 (GoA4) standards. Speaking to reporters, CM Yadav highlighted the importance of self-reliance in technology, saying, "We often look towards foreign countries, but efforts like these within India are what truly drive the nation forward.." Yadav added that he was informed of BEML's key contributions to missile systems like BrahMos, underlining the company's strategic importance beyond metro infrastructure. BEML Chairman and Managing Director Shantanu Roy received the land allotment letter, expressing optimism about the unit's potential to expand the company's capabilities and contribute to local employment and industrial growth in Madhya Pradesh. This marked Yadav's second visit to Bengaluru since taking office, signalling his intent to forge strong inter-state industrial collaborations and accelerate investment in manufacturing and defence production sectors. Yadav also participated in 'Invest in MP' session aimed at boosting industrial investment in the state. He presented MP's industrial strengths and policies to top investors and held one-on-one meetings with key players in sectors like IT, defence, and manufacturing. UNI BDN RN
India Gazette
14-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
"Our govt is constantly working to make Madhya Pradesh prosperous," says MP CM Mohan Yadav
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], May 14 (ANI): Ahead of his visit to Bengaluru to participate in an interactive session on 'Investment Opportunities in Madhya Pradesh', Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday said that his government is constantly working to make Madhya Pradesh prosperous through employment-oriented works for youth, women, poor and farmers. CM Yadav will participate in the 'Invest in MP' session to be held in Bengaluru on Wednesday to propel industrial investment in the state to new heights. He will address an interactive session where he will present the state's industrial strengths and policy commitments to India's leading investors. Speaking to ANI, the CM said, 'Our government is constantly working to make Madhya Pradesh prosperous through employment-oriented works for youth, women, poor and farmers. We are working especially in different areas of Madhya Pradesh related to industry and trade. On the one hand, we are organising 'Krishi Udyog Samagam' in various zones to build a series of agro-based industries. The next agriculture conclave will be held in Narsinghpur on May 26. Earlier, it was held in Mandsaur district.' 'Additionally, I am going to Bangalore. Wagons of Vande Bharat Railway will be made in Bhopal, which will provide employment opportunities to various people. Therefore, we will give land allotment letter to a Bengaluru-based industry for its upcoming unit in Madhya Pradesh. Soon, we will permored the bhoomi pujan of the unit. This will provide employment opportunities to about 23 lakh people,' the Chief Minister said. He further emphasised that over 50 per cent investors of combining Global Investors Summit and all the Regional Industry Conclaves have been allotted land and bhoomi pujan of various industrial units have been performed. 'With this, we are moving towards our objective while enriching our state for which we have declared this year as the year of industry and employment... Under the leadership of PM Modi, our government is continuously working for the development of the state,' he added. According to an official release, after arriving in Bengaluru, CM Yadav will visit the BEML (Bharat Earth Movers Limited) campus and attend the dedication ceremony of the 2100th metro coach. During the event, land allotment documents for BEML's upcoming unit in Madhya Pradesh will also be formally handed over. Furthermore, the Chief Minister will hold one-on-one meetings with key investors from sectors such as IT, electronics, manufacturing, defence, automobiles, tourism, and technology to discuss investment opportunities directly, stated the release. Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) is a premier public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. It is leading in manufacturing metro rail coaches, defence equipment, and mining and construction machinery. Its Bengaluru-based manufacturing facility exemplifies modern engineering and indigenous technology, contributing significantly to the vision of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India), it added. (ANI)
