Hyderabad Metro to Get 60 New Coaches at a Cost of ₹923.62 Crore
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), overseeing the procurement process, has invited international bids for the design, supply, testing and commissioning of the coaches, along with 15 years of maintenance, at an estimated cost of ₹923.62 crore.
Hyderabad: In a major relief for daily commuters, Hyderabad Metro Rail is set to procure 60 new standard-gauge coaches to address rising passenger congestion.
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), overseeing the procurement process, has invited international bids for the design, supply, testing and commissioning of the coaches, along with 15 years of maintenance, at an estimated cost of ₹923.62 crore.
Hyderabad Metro has been struggling with overcrowding for more than three years, particularly during morning and evening peak hours. The problem is severe on the IT corridor and the Miyapur–LB Nagar and Nagole–Raidurg routes, where commuters frequently face packed trains.
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The existing three-coach trains are finding it difficult to accommodate the growing number of passengers, making additional capacity essential.
According to the tender, the contractor will be selected after technical and financial evaluation of bids. The delivery timeline will depend on the contract conditions, manufacturing and testing processes.
Once introduced, the additional coaches are expected to increase passenger-carrying capacity and help reduce overcrowding on busy routes. Depending on operational requirements, they could also provide flexibility in improving metro services.
