Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has awarded Heinrich Corporation India Pvt. Ltd. a contract worth Rs. 2.75 crore for designing and implementing the telecom system for the Patna Metro Priority Corridor. The contract includes FOTS, PAS, PIDS, and Walkie-Talkie systems, with completion scheduled by 11th September 2025.
Contract Award:
In a significant step, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has selected Heinrich Corporation India Pvt. Ltd. to execute telecom-related works for the Patna Metro Rail Project’s Priority Corridor.
Scope of Work:
The contract (Package PS-06) includes design, manufacture, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of the Telecom System comprising FOTS, PAS, PIDS, and Walkie-Talkie services.
Telecom Package Covers:
- FOTS (Fiber Optic Transmission System) for secure and high-speed communication
- PAS (Public Address System) for commuter announcements
- PIDS (Passenger Information Display System) for live updates
- Walkie-Talkie systems for operational coordination
Financial Details:
The total contract value stands at Rs. 2,74,99,555.10. This investment aims to enhance passenger communication and system coordination on the Priority Corridor of Patna Metro.
Execution Timeline:
Heinrich Corporation is expected to complete the project by September 11, 2025, aligning with the metro’s operational targets for early corridors.
Conclusion:
The contract awarded to Heinrich Corporation highlights DMRC’s focus on deploying advanced and integrated telecom systems in India’s growing metro networks. The successful implementation of this system will boost operational efficiency and passenger communication in the Patna Metro, reinforcing smart urban mobility under the Government’s infrastructure vision.
Source: Delhi Metro – Tender Update | Image Credit (representational): AI
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