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Business Standard
20-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
RVNL emerges as L1 bidder for Rs 179 cr signalling and telecom project
Rail Vikas Nigam (RVNL) announced that it has emerged as the Lowest Bidder (L1) for Rs 178.64 crore contract from IRCON International for the supply of signalling, telecommunications, and EIMWB (Electronic In-Motion Weighbridge) materials. As part of the order, RVNL will undertake the installation, testing, and commissioning of distributed/centralised Electronic Interlocking (EI) systems at 10 new stations: Surakachhar, Block Cabin, Katghora Road, Bhingra, Putuwa, Matin, Sendurgarh, Putipakhana, Dhangawan, and Bhadi. Additionally, the scope of work includes setting up six new Intermediate Block Signalling (IBS) systems in key block sectionsBhingra-Putuwa, Putuwa-Matin, Sendurgarh-Putipakhana, Putipakhana-Bhadi, Bhadi-Dhangawan, and Dhangawan-Pendra Road. The company will also install and commission a new Section Control System along with headquarters and wayside train control communication systems in the Gevra RoadPendra Road section. The project further involves the installation of a new telephone exchange and IMVVBs (Integrated Multi-Voltage Voice Boxes) at designated locations, in addition to signalling and telecommunications upgrades. Modifications will be made to the existing Panel Interlocking Installation at Kusmunda Block Station (KBS) yard and the Electronic Interlocking System at the East Cabin of the SECL SILO Siding (KMKA) yard. The project is expected to be completed within 11 months, including the monsoon period, as per the terms outlined in the Special Conditions of Contract (SCC CI 12.0). The counter declined 2.92% to Rs 418.40 on the BSE.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
RVNL shares in focus on winning Rs 178.64 cr project from IRCON International
Synopsis RVNL shares: The contract covers the provision, installation, testing, and commissioning of signalling, telecommunications, and Electronic Interlocking (EI) systems at ten new stations: Surakachhar, Block Cabin, Katghora Road, Bhingra, Putuwa, Matin, Sendurgarh, Putipakhana, Dhangawan, and Bhadi.
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Time of India
NIA joins probe after track tampering attempt
Chennai: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) joined local police in investigating an attempt to sabotage train operations near Tiruvalangadu station in Tiruvallur district. The incident occurred early on Friday on the Arakkonam–Chennai section. Unknown people removed track fastenings, aiming to disrupt railway movement. An accident was prevented after the station's Electronic Interlocking (EI) system raised an alert at 1.20am, and railway staff responded immediately. A pointsman inspecting the site confirmed that bolts on point number 64 were removed. Staff secured the point before any trains passed. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai The EI system is a computer-based setup that monitors and controls signals and track switches. It automatically detects faults and prevents conflicting train movements by locking unsafe routes, allowing railway operators to respond quickly. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Sleek Intel Laptops Perfect for College Life Smart Picks by Lenovo Learn More Undo Southern Railway officials said that on the outlook, it appears to be a deliberate act to endanger safety. Tamil Nadu police, Railway Protection Force, and govt railway police already began their investigation, and NIA officials will be joining them soon. Following the incident, surveillance across sensitive track zones is being increased. A similar tampering case was reported at Kavarapettai in Oct 2024. tnn
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Time of India
Miscreants remove rail bolt near Chennai, mishap averted
CHENNAI: Miscreants removed a key bolt from a railway switch at Thiruvalangadu Yard, located on the outskirts of Chennai, early Friday morning. A mishap was narrowly avoided after Southern Railway's Electronic Interlocking (EI) system detected the failure and raised an alert at 1:20 a.m. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A pointsman was dispatched to inspect Point No. 64 and discovered that the switch rail had been deliberately tampered with. Railway staff secured the point before any train movement. Southern Railway stated that the system's real-time alert prevented a potential accident. This incident is similar to a bolt removal reported at Kavaraipettai in October 2024. An investigation is currently underway, and surveillance has been intensified at vulnerable locations. The Railway has urged the public to report any suspicious activity near railway property.
