RITES Secures Letter of Acceptance for Maintenance of India's First High-Speed Test Track Indian Railways’ first high-speed test track has been entrusted to RITES, which has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) in Lucknow. The facility, located between Gudha and Thathana Mithri in the Nawa region of the Jodhpur Division, is approximately 70 km from Jaipur. Developed at a cost of Rs 967 crore, the 64-km-long dedicated test track is designed for comprehensive testing of rolling stock. The project falls under the administrative jurisdiction of the North Western Railway (NWR). The LoA, issued for the comprehensive maintenance contract, will be executed over a period of 60 months from the date of its issuance. The contract value, excluding GST, is Rs 105.69 crore. The facility is expected to support a maximum speed of 220 kmph and includes the construction of seven major bridges, 129 smaller bridges, and four stations—Gudha, Jabdinagar, Nawan, and Mithadi. The entire project is targeted for completion by March 2026. The test track, developed by RDSO, represents a significant milestone in India’s efforts to modernize its rail infrastructure. It will serve as a critical platform for evaluating high-speed train technologies and ensuring the safety and efficiency of future rail projects. The initiative aligns with the government’s broader vision to enhance rail connectivity and reduce travel times across the country. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Railways has made adjustments to the schedule of the Udaipur-Asarva Vande Bharat Express. The semi-high-speed train, introduced last month, now includes a temporary halt at Shamlaji Road Station for the convenience of passengers.#rites #research_designs_and_standards_organisation #north_western_railway #udaipur_asarva_vande_bharat_express #shamlaji_road_station
RITES Wins ₹105.69 Crore Contract For 5-Year Maintenance Of Test Track In Jodhpur Division RITES Limited has secured a major maintenance contract worth ₹105.69 crore from the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) in Lucknow. The agreement involves the comprehensive upkeep of a dedicated test track between Gudha and Thathana Mithri stations in the Jodhpur division of North Western Railway. The five-year contract underscores RITES' expertise in specialized railway infrastructure maintenance and establishes a long-term revenue stream for the company. The contract covers the maintenance of critical railway testing infrastructure, which is essential for RDSO's research and validation activities. The 60-month execution period ensures continuous maintenance of the specialized track, supporting the development and testing of railway technologies. This marks a significant milestone in RITES' portfolio, highlighting its role in sustaining critical railway facilities. The transaction complies with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. It represents a government-to-government company engagement, with RDSO as the awarding authority and RITES as the executing entity. The contract reinforces RITES' partnership with key railway organizations and its technical capabilities in managing specialized infrastructure. In parallel, RITES announced changes in its leadership structure. Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Ashok Mishra resigned effective March 19, 2026, following his email submission on February 26, 2026. The Board of Directors appointed Nikhil Agarwal, currently serving as Joint General Manager (Finance), as interim Company Secretary and Compliance Officer.#sebi_regulations #rites_limited #research_designs_and_standards_organisation #north_western_railway #jodhpur_division
RITES Limited has secured a comprehensive maintenance contract worth Rs 105.69 crore for Indian Railways’ first dedicated high-speed test track in Rajasthan. The contract, confirmed through a Letter of Acceptance from the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO), will cover the upkeep of the facility for 60 months starting from the date the agreement was issued. The test track, located between Gudha and Thathana Mithri stations in the Nawa region of Jodhpur division, is a 64 km specialized corridor designed to evaluate trains and railway technologies at speeds up to 220 kmph. Built at an estimated cost of Rs 967 crore, the facility is approximately 70 km from Jaipur and falls under the administrative control of North Western Railway. The track is engineered to support rigorous testing of rolling stock under near-real operating conditions. It includes seven major bridges, 129 minor bridges, and four stations along its route. The design incorporates a mix of straight sections and curves to enable testing at varying speeds, allowing assessments of stability, safety, braking performance, and overall system reliability. The facility’s development marks a significant step in India’s efforts to modernize its rail infrastructure and advance high-speed rail technology. The maintenance contract ensures the track remains operational and meets evolving technical standards, supporting ongoing research and development initiatives for the Indian Railways.#rajasthan #rites_limited #research_designs_and_standards_organisation #north_western_railway #gudha_thathana_mithri
