In a significant development in the Indian railway sector, SAIL–RITES Bengal Wagon Industry Private Limited (SRBWIPL) has been awarded a substantial contract worth approximately INR 817 crores by Indian Railways. This Joint Venture Company (JVC), formed between Steel Authority of India Ltd. (SAIL) and RITES Limited, is tasked with the supply of 2000 BOXNHL Wagons.
More Details:
SAIL-RITES Bengal Wagon Industry Private Limited (SRBWIPL) is a Joint Venture Company (JVC) of Steel Authority of India Ltd. (SAIL) and RITES Limited (RITES), each holding an equal equity stake of 50%. SAIL is a Maharatna PSU and a Government Company under the administrative control of the Ministry of Steel whereas RITES, a Navratna PSU is a 100% Government Company under the administrative control of the Ministry of Railways, has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from Indian Railways for manufacturing and supply of 2000 nos. BOXNHL Wagons. The total value of the contract is approximately INR 8,17,74,00,000 crores and the contract is set to be completed by 30th June, 2026.
Contractor’s Responsibilities:
- On satisfactory completion of inspection of wagons at the works of the manufacturer, RDSO should issue a Dispatch Memo to the Wagon Manufacturer authorising them to dispatch the wagons.
- On receipt of above Dispatch Memo, Wagon Manufacturer should approach the nominated Train Examination Supervisor for issuance of ‘FIT TO RUN’ certificate.
- On receipt of request from the Wagon Manufacturers, Train Examination Supervisor/ staff would examine the wagons and will issue the necessary ‘FIT TO RUN’ certificate for movement of the wagons up to the nearest station.
- On receipt of ‘Fitness Certificate’ from the Train Examination Supervisor, the Wagon Manufacturer should approach the Station Master to take necessary action for drawing out these wagons from the siding of the Wagon Manufacturer.
- The Station Master after drawing out these wagons from the siding of the Wagon Manufacturer would offer the same to the Train Examination Staff for Brake Power check and issuing of BPC so that these wagons can be utilised on the system.
- The Station Master would advise DRM (Mech) of his Division and all concerned about the acceptance of these wagons in good condition based on the Dispatch Memo issued by RDSO and the BPC issued by TXR.
- On receipt of above information from Station Master, DRM (Mech) would advise the owning Railway (the Ultimate Consignee) and all concerned of having accepted and put into the system the wagons supplied by the Wagon Manufacturer.
Conclusion:
This contract not only underscores the collaborative efforts of major PSUs under the Government of India but also marks a significant step towards enhancing the operational efficiency and freight handling capacity of Indian Railways.
Source: Indian Railways – Press Release | Image Credit (representational): SRBWIPL
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