Tender issued for 90 Rolling Stock Cars for Magenta Line Extension under Delhi Metro Phase IV

New Delhi, India (Metro Rail Today): Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has invited global bids for the design, manufacture, supply, testing and commissioning of 90 standard-gauge metro cars for the upcoming Inderlok–Indraprastha corridor, now designated as an extension of the Magenta Line (Line-8). The tender forms a key component of DMRC’s ambitious Phase IV expansion aimed at strengthening connectivity across the national capital.

Issued on April 7, 2026, under tender reference BID RS21, the contract is backed by financial support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), following a loan agreement signed with the Government of India in March 2025. The selected bidder will be responsible not only for rolling stock supply but also for long-term maintenance and associated infrastructure support.

Comprehensive Scope with 35-Year Maintenance Responsibility

The project goes beyond conventional procurement, incorporating a comprehensive maintenance mandate spanning 35 years. In addition to supplying the 90 metro cars, the contractor will oversee depot machinery and plant, specialised tools, testing and diagnostic systems, as well as material handling equipment.

The execution timeline for the project is set at 204 weeks from the date of commencement. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for May 5, 2026, while technical bids are expected to be opened on July 1, 2026. The long-term maintenance component underscores DMRC’s focus on lifecycle cost optimisation and operational reliability.

Commenting on the development, Mrs. Mamta Shah, MD & CEO, Urban Infra Group, said, “DMRC’s approach to integrating long-term maintenance with rolling stock procurement reflects global best practices in lifecycle asset management. Such models not only ensure higher reliability and performance but also optimise costs over the long term. This tender highlights the growing sophistication of metro procurement strategies in India.”

Magenta Line Set to Become Network’s Longest Corridor

In a significant network realignment, the Inderlok–Indraprastha corridor, spanning 11.9 kilometres, will now be integrated into the Magenta Line instead of the originally planned Green Line. This change follows the approval of the Phase V(A) corridor between RK Ashram and Indraprastha, necessitating a reconfiguration of line alignments.

With this extension, the Magenta Line will stretch to approximately 88.4 kilometres, running from Botanical Garden to Inderlok, making it the longest corridor in the Delhi Metro network. The extension is expected to improve east-west connectivity while reducing congestion on existing lines.

The new corridor will play a crucial role in enhancing last-mile connectivity and easing commuter movement across densely populated areas of Delhi. Integration with existing metro lines and transport systems will further improve network efficiency and passenger convenience.

As DMRC continues to expand and modernise its network under Phase IV, this latest tender marks another milestone in building a robust, efficient and future-ready metro system for the capital city.