Titagarh Rail Systems Bags ₹2,481 Crore Rolling Stock Contract for Mumbai Metro Line 5

Mumbai, India (Metro Rail Today): In a major boost to India’s metro manufacturing and “Make in India” initiative, Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL) has bagged a ₹2,481 crore contract from the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) for the design, manufacture, and supply of 132 state-of-the-art driverless metro coaches for the Mumbai Metro Line 5 (Orange Line).

The new contract also includes signaling, telecommunication, and five years of comprehensive maintenance, reinforcing Titagarh’s growing leadership in the Indian rolling stock and urban mobility sector.

According to the company’s exchange filing, the project scope includes:

• Design, manufacture, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of 132 metro coaches.

• Telecommunication and signaling systems covering 24.9 km and 16 stations.

• Comprehensive Maintenance for a period of five years.

The order spans both Phase 1 (Kapur Bawdi–Kasheli–Dhamankar Naka) and Phase 2 (Dhamankar Naka–Bhiwandi–Kalyan APMC) of the Mumbai Metro Line 5 project.

The new driverless metro trainsets, built with stainless-steel car bodies, will feature modern, energy-efficient designs that prioritize passenger comfort, operational reliability, and safety.

This marks Titagarh Rail Systems’ second major contract from MMRDA, following its earlier order for Mumbai Metro Line 6.

Known as the Orange Line, Mumbai Metro Line 5 is an elevated 24.9 km corridor that will connect Thane, Bhiwandi, and Kalyan.

• Total Stations: 15

• Length: 24.9 km

• Connectivity: Links with other metro corridors and the suburban railway network

• Expected Opening: Phase 1 operations are anticipated by 2027

Once operational, the line will reduce travel time by up to 75% between Thane and Kalyan, offering seamless connectivity across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).

A spokesperson from Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd. stated that this order reflects the company’s commitment to advancing India’s metro ecosystem through indigenous design, manufacturing, and innovation.

Mrs. Mamta Shah, MD & CEO, Urban Infra Group, and Managing Editor, Metro Rail Today, praised the development, saying:

“The Mumbai Metro Line 5 project is a significant leap forward in India’s journey toward world-class, driverless metro systems. Titagarh’s continued success underscores India’s capability to design and deliver advanced rolling stock solutions under the ‘Make in India’ initiative. The integration of modern technology and sustainable design will redefine urban mobility in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, supporting the vision of a Viksit Bharat.”

The Mumbai Metro Line 5 contract further reinforces the government’s vision of developing an integrated, eco-friendly, and efficient transport network for the country’s financial capital.

With this milestone, Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd. continues to expand its footprint in India’s metro and urban transport landscape, contributing to the creation of a smarter, greener, and more connected India.