Northern Railways Invites Bids for ₹375 Cr Kartoli-Talwara Line

Northern Railways has issued a tender valued at ₹374.93 crore for major civil works on the new broad-gauge (BG) railway line between Kartoli and Talwara, part of the Nangal Dam–Talwara section in Punjab.

The scope includes earthwork in cutting and filling, blanketing, construction of viaducts, major and minor bridges, road over bridges (ROBs), road under bridges (RUBs), protection structures, and other allied infrastructure. The work will cover a 5.694-km stretch between km 77.175 and km 82.869 within Punjab.

This project is a key component of Northern Railways’ strategy to enhance rail connectivity in the region, aiming to improve passenger and freight movement. The deadline for bid submission is 8 August 2025.

News by Rahul Yelligetti.