RailTel Corporation of India Ltd. has secured two major contracts from Indian Railways. The first, worth Rs. 28.29 crore, is for Double Distant Signalling work in Northern Railway. The second, valued at Rs. 47.50 crore, involves the installation of a Distributed Electronic Interlocking System in Dhanbad Division for East Central Railway.
Contract Details:
Double Distant Signalling Work – Northern Railway:
- Scope: Indoor and Outdoor Double Distant Signalling Work
- Contract Amount: Rs. 28.29 crore
- Contract Period: Till 6th September 2026
The project will involve the implementation of advanced signalling systems to improve train movement efficiency and safety within the Northern Railway network.
Electronic Interlocking System – East Central Railway (Dhanbad Division):
- Scope: Design, Manufacturing, Supply, Installation, Testing, and Commissioning of Electronic Interlocking System (Distributed EI)
- Contract Amount: Rs. 47.50 crore
- Contract Period: Till 6th March 2026
This contract focuses on deploying Distributed Electronic Interlocking technology in Dhanbad Division, a crucial step towards modernizing railway operations by replacing conventional signalling with a more efficient and safer system.
Significance of the Contracts:
Both projects play a pivotal role in Indian Railways’ modernization efforts. The implementation of advanced signalling and interlocking solutions will enhance operational safety, minimize delays, and improve overall railway infrastructure reliability.
Conclusion:
RailTel’s latest contracts reaffirm its position as a key player in railway modernization, delivering cutting-edge signalling and interlocking solutions. These projects align with Indian Railways’ push towards automation and digitalization, ensuring safer and more efficient rail operations across the network.
Source: RailTel – Press Release | Image Credit (representational): Central Railway
