Shapoorji Pallonji Group’s Civil Construction Company Executed Part of 13-km Section of Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor Inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi

The stock is up by 32.6 per cent from its 52-week low of Rs 419.85 per share.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a significant milestone in regional connectivity with the launch of a 13-kilometer section of the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor on Sunday. This ambitious project, spearheaded by the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC), aims to enhance semi-high-speed travel options within the National Capital Region. This inauguration marks a pivotal moment in improving regional transportation infrastructure and facilitating faster and more efficient travel for commuters.

A key component of this inaugurated section is a 3.5-kilometre stretch undertaken by Afcons, spanning between Sahibabad and New Ashok Nagar. This portion encompasses the strategically important New Ashok Nagar Station, the first elevated station on the Delhi-Meerut corridor within Delhi. Notably, this station will feature seamless interconnectivity with the existing New Ashok Nagar Metro Station, further enhancing travel convenience for passengers. The viaduct within this section boasts six impressive steel bow-string spans, adding to the unique architectural and engineering features of the corridor.

The installation of these six steel bow-string spans presented a significant engineering challenge. With a combined length of 360 meters and weighing a substantial 2,900 metric tons, these spans were erected amidst the complexities of heavy traffic congestion and the presence of an irrigation canal in Kondli, East Delhi. This intricate process required meticulous planning, close coordination with NCRTC, and meticulous execution to ensure the safe and successful installation of these critical components.

The inaugurated section is part of Package 6 of the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor, which encompasses the construction of an elevated viaduct from Sarai Kale Khan station to the New Ashok Nagar DN Ramp, along with the development of two elevated stations: Sarai Kale Khan and New Ashok Nagar. In addition to Package 6, Afcons is also actively involved in the execution of Package 8 on this vital corridor, further demonstrating their significant contribution to this transformative infrastructure project.

About Afcons Infrastructure Ltd

Afcons Infrastructure Ltd is the flagship infrastructure engineering and construction company of the Shapoorji Pallonji Group. It has a legacy of over six decades, with strong track record of executing numerous technologically complex EPC projects both within India and internationally. As per the latest ENR survey, Afcons is ranked in Top 140 international Contractors globally; 12th in Bridges and 14th in Marine & Ports. The company has a market cap of over Rs 19,000 crore and as of September 30, 2024, the order book stands at Rs 34,152 crore. The stock is up by 32.6 per cent from its 52-week low of Rs 419.85 per share.

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