Bengaluru, 15 October (HS): BEML Limited has been awarded a contract valued at ₹866.87 crore by Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai, for the design, manufacturing, and commissioning of two high-speed trainsets, each comprising 8 cars.

This project marks a significant milestone in India's high-speed rail journey and will see the first indigenously designed

and manufactured train sets with a test speed of 280 kmph. The trainsets will be built at BEML's Bengaluru rail coach complex and are scheduled for delivery by the end of 2026.

The trains will feature a fully air-conditioned, Chair Car configuration, offering modern passenger amenities such as reclining and rotatable seats, special provisions for passengers with restricted mobility, and onboard infotainment systems.

This contract further strengthens BEML's position as a leader in rolling stock manufacturing and reaffirms its commitment to India's vision of a faster, more efficient rail network.

About BEML- BEML Limited is a leading multi-technology ‘Schedule A’ company under the Ministry of Defence that plays a pivotal role in serving India’s core sectors like Defence, Rail, Power, Mining and Construction by offering world-class products.

BEML operates in three verticals viz. Defence; Aerospace, Mining; Construction and Rail; Metro and has state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities located at Bangalore, Kolar Gold Fields (KGF), Mysore, Palakkad, with a very strong R & D infrastructure and a nationwide network of sales and services. BEML Limited, a committed player in the field of manufacturing earthmoving, transportation, and construction equipment, celebrates a rich legacy spanning six decades of relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation.

Hindusthan Samachar / Manohar Yadavatti