Global tender floated for supply of Rolling Stock for Nagpur Metro Phase 2 Project

Nagpur, India (Metro Rail Today): In a significant development for the Nagpur Metro Phase 2 project, the Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha-Metro) has officially invited bids for the design, manufacture, supply, testing, and commissioning of passenger rolling stock, along with a 15-year Comprehensive Annual Maintenance Contract (CAMC).

The rolling stock tender marks another crucial milestone in Nagpur’s ongoing metro expansion under Phase 2, which spans 43.8 km and aims to enhance regional connectivity and commuter convenience across the city’s growing suburban areas.

Key Tender Details

The tender calls for 16 modern trainsets that will operate across the extended corridors being developed under Nagpur Metro Phase 2. The contract includes not only rolling stock design and manufacturing but also personnel training and long-term maintenance to ensure reliability and safety throughout the operational lifecycle.

The under-construction Nagpur Metro Phase 2 extends the existing Orange and Aqua Lines built in Phase 1, reaching deeper into suburban and industrial zones to improve last-mile connectivity.

Phase 2 Route Details

Once completed, the expanded metro network will significantly improve mobility for thousands of daily commuters, linking residential, commercial, and industrial clusters across Nagpur.

Maha-Metro aims to make Nagpur India’s model green metro, with a strong emphasis on energy efficiency, technology integration, and sustainable urban transport. The rolling stock for Phase 2 is expected to feature lightweight stainless-steel or aluminum bodies, energy-efficient propulsion systems, and enhanced passenger comfort features aligned with international standards.

A senior Maha-Metro official stated,

“The rolling stock procurement is a critical step in ensuring timely completion of Phase 2. These trainsets will embody next-generation features that enhance commuter safety, comfort, and operational reliability while reducing energy consumption.”

Commenting on the development, Mrs. Mamta Shah, MD & CEO of Urban Infra Group, said:

“Nagpur Metro continues to set an example for Tier-2 cities in India with its forward-looking approach to sustainable mobility. Maha-Metro’s decision to invite rolling stock bids with a long-term maintenance component underscores a commitment to quality, reliability, and lifecycle cost optimization. As the project moves ahead, Phase 2 will play a defining role in shaping Nagpur into a modern, connected, and eco-friendly urban center.”

With Phase 2 under implementation, Nagpur is steadily emerging as one of India’s most eco-conscious urban transit models. The project aligns closely with national priorities such as Make in India, Aatma Nirbhar Bharat, and Viksit Bharat 2047, emphasizing indigenous manufacturing and technological innovation in the country’s metro ecosystem.