Bondana Engineering has secured a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) for Kavach System from South Central Railways. The contract is valued at Rs. 228.17 crore and focuses on developing ground infrastructure for Kavach and 4G LTE-R. This marks the company’s first venture into the railway sector.
Contract Details
- Contract Value: INR 228,17,57,713/-
- Contract Duration: 720 days
- Scope of Work:
- Providing ground infrastructure for the Kavach System
- Installing a high-density 4G LTE-R network
- Constructing pile foundations for tower structures
Expansion into Railway Technology
With this contract, Bondana Engineering is expanding its presence in railway technology. The project aligns with the Indian Government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, focusing on self-reliance and innovation in railway safety systems.
Other Contracts for the Kavach System
IRCON International Limited has also received a LoA for Kavach System from Central Railways. This contract, valued at Rs. 194.45 crore, includes survey, design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of 665 towers to support the Kavach System infrastructure.
What is the Kavach System?
The Kavach System is an Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system developed by RDSO. It was designed in collaboration with Medha Servo Drives, Kernex Microsystems, and HBL Power Systems. The system prevents train collisions by automatically applying brakes in emergency situations, enhancing railway safety.
Conclusion
The LoA for Kavach System awarded to Bondana Engineering represents a key step in railway modernization. The project strengthens India’s railway infrastructure while ensuring safety through advanced technology. With a contract period of 720 days, Bondana Engineering will focus on timely execution and quality implementation.
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