RVNL Wins Big: ₹359 Cr Rail Doubling Project in Bihar

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) has secured the lowest bidder (L1) position for a ₹358.97 crore (including 18% GST) Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract with East Central Railway. The project covers track doubling along a 41.04 km stretch from Kundawa Chainpur to Raxaul (both excluded) in the Samastipur Division, Bihar.

Scheduled for completion in 36 months, the scope includes earthwork, blanketing, station buildings, platform upgrades, level crossings, and major/minor bridges built to 25-tonne axle load standards. This project aims to boost line capacity and operational efficiency on a vital regional corridor, reinforcing RVNL's strong role in modernizing India's rail network.

News by Rahul Yelligetti.