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Accelerating Innovation: BEML Wins Major Contract to Launch Made-in-India Bullet Trains!

About the project

In a significant boost for India’s transportation sector, BEML has successfully developed state-of-the-art bullet trains. It is a part of the ‘Made in India’ initiative. This highlights the country’s growing capabilities in high-speed rail technology. It also reinforces the government’s commitment to advancing local manufacturing and infrastructure development. As the project unfolds, it promises to enhance connectivity and provide a modern travel experience across the nation.

Overview

Contract Value: BEML secures a ₹866.87 crore.
Project Scope: Two high-speed trainsets, each with eight cars, will be built at BEML’s Bengaluru rail coach complex.
Cost per Car: ₹27.86 crore.
Speed Capabilities: The trainsets will have a test speed of 280 km/h.
Modern Amenities: fully air-conditioned chair cars, reclining seats, provisions for passengers with limited mobility, and onboard infotainment systems.
Construction Timeline: Deliveries of the new trainsets are expected by the end of 2026.

Major Contract Award

On October 15, BEML announced it has been awarded a significant contract by the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai. This involves designing, manufacturing, and commissioning two high-speed trainsets, each consisting of eight cars.

Breakdown of Costs

Each train car is priced at ₹27.86 crore. The total contract amount includes costs for design, one-time development, non-recurring charges, and essential equipment like jigs, fixtures, tooling, and testing facilities. These resources will support future high-speed rail projects in India.

A Milestone for Indian Railways

BEML describes this project as a significant milestone in India’s journey towards high-speed rail. The new trainsets are expected to reach a test speed of 280 km/h, showcasing India’s advancing rail technology.

Manufacturing Location and Timeline

The train sets will be manufactured at BEML’s rail coach complex in Bengaluru, with deliveries expected by the end of 2026.

 Passenger Amenities

The new trains will feature a fully air-conditioned chair car configuration. Passengers can look forward to modern amenities, including reclining and rotatable seats, facilities for those with limited mobility, and onboard infotainment systems.

This initiative aligns with India’s first high-speed rail corridor, the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project. Operations in Gujarat are anticipated to start by the end of 2027, with full corridor completion expected by the end of 2028.

Upcoming Phases and Future Plans

The first phase of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad project will cover a 50 km stretch between Surat and Bilimora, projected for completion by August 2026. The entire 508 km corridor will feature trains capable of speeds up to 320 km/h, utilizing advanced Japanese Shinkansen technology, complete with business-class lounges, waiting areas, and restrooms.

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