Rail Vikas Nigam Limited Emerges as Lowest Bidder for ₹181 Crore West Central Railway Project

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited, a government enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has secured the lowest bidder status for an important rail project by West Central Railway worth ₹181 crore (₹1.81 billion). This contract encompasses the design, supply, erection, testing, and commissioning of traction substations, sectioning posts, and subsections as part of the 25 KV traction system upgrades.

The project is planned to be executed on an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) basis and has a timeline of 24 months for completion. It targets enhanced load capacity and efficiency on the specified railway sections, strengthening India’s rail electrification efforts.

This win follows other contract awards Rail Vikas has secured recently across Central, North Eastern, and South Central Railway zones, underscoring the company’s pivotal role in modernizing railway infrastructure nationwide.

Rail Vikas Nigam's robust project execution, combined with its portfolio of strategic infrastructure projects, reflects its leading position in India's rail development sector.

Key Highlights:

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited is the lowest bidder for ₹181 crore West Central Railway project.

Project involves traction substation upgrades and related infrastructure works.

Execution on EPC basis with a 24-month timeline for completion.

Part of broader railway electrification and modernization initiatives.

Adds to recent contract wins in Central, North Eastern, and South Central Railway zones.

Reinforces Rail Vikas Nigam’s leadership in Indian railway infrastructure development.

Sources: Investywise, India Infoline, Angel One, ScanX.trade​