Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has awarded a three-year track maintenance contract for the Airport Express Line (Orange line) to DPS Construction. The contract worth over Rs. 4.77 crore, covers the New Delhi to Yashobhoomi route including Dwarka Depot. The Airport Line is vital for seamless airport-city connectivity and infrastructure reliability.
Introduction:
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has awarded a significant contract to DPS Construction for the Annual Maintenance of Track on the prestigious Airport Express Line, which stretches from New Delhi Station to Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25, including the Dwarka Depot. This strategic move underscores DMRC’s commitment to ensuring safety, operational efficiency, and high service standards across its premium corridor.
Contract Overview:
- Contract Package: OCP-1864
- Scope of Work: Annual Maintenance Contract of Track for Airport Express Line
- Contract Value: Rs. 4,77,49,369.26
- Duration: 3 Years
This long-term maintenance initiative is aimed at strengthening track performance and reliability on the Airport Line, which is among the fastest and most premium metro corridors in India.
About the Airport Express Line:
The Airport Express Line is a dedicated high-speed corridor that connects New Delhi Railway Station to Yashobhoomi (Dwarka Sector 25) via IGI Airport Terminal 3, serving passengers commuting to and from Delhi’s primary aviation hub. Known for its high-speed service and lower ridership congestion, the corridor is vital to urban transit and airport access.
Key Facilities & Interchanges:
- Ticket Issuing Machines (TIM): Available at IGI Terminal T1(D) and T3, enabling convenient ticket access at airport terminals.
- Seamless Interchange: Between Dwarka Sector-21 (Airport Line) and Dwarka Sector-21 (Blue Line), enabling commuters to switch corridors without exiting the station.
- Travelator Connectivity: A moving walkway connects Dhaula Kuan (Airport Line) to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus (Pink Line) for effortless interchange.
Strategic Importance:
This maintenance contract plays a vital role in preserving the corridor’s infrastructure and enhancing commuter experience. Given the critical nature of the Airport Express Line in connecting central Delhi to the international airport and key commercial hubs, its operational uptime and track condition are of utmost importance.
The scope includes scheduled inspections, rail weld maintenance, replacement of components, rectification of track alignment, and ensuring smooth train operations at high speeds. DPS Construction’s expertise in civil and track-related works is expected to contribute significantly to the upkeep of the corridor.
Conclusion:
DMRC’s decision to entrust DPS Construction with this multi-year track maintenance contract reflects its focus on quality, safety, and performance. As the Airport Express Line continues to serve lakhs of passengers with fast and reliable connectivity, such proactive maintenance initiatives ensure long-term sustainability and seamless commuter experience.
Source: DMRC – Tender Update | Image Credit (representational): MMRC
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