Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (NSE: RVNL, BSE: 542649) has received a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from South Central Railway for a comprehensive overhead equipment (OHE) upgradation project covering 195.5 Route Kilometers (RKM) and 391 Track Kilometers (TKM).The project involves converting the existing 1X25kV system to 2X25kV at the feeding system, which comprises a feeder and earthing works, in the Duvvada-Rajahmundry & Samalkot-Kakinada Port area located in the Vijayawada Division.
Strategic Railway Electrification Project Scope
The LOA, disclosed on July 11, 2025, encompasses “Design, Supply, Erection, Testing and Commissioning for OHE upgradation of existing 1X25kV system to 2X25kV at feeding system with feeder and earthing works” across critical railway sections in Andhra Pradesh. The project spans the Duvvada-Rajahmundry section and the Samalkot-Kakinada Port section, both strategically important corridors for freight and passenger traffic in the region.RVNL
Normal Course Business and Strategic Positioning
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer Kalpana Dubey signed the regulatory disclosure confirming that the LOA accurately reflects work done by RVNL in the usual course of business, in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company is perfectly positioned to carry out such intricate electrification projects because to its expertise in developing railway infrastructure.
The project aligns with Indian Railways’ broader electrification agenda and the government’s commitment to achieving 100% electrification of the railway network. Together with its proven track record of electrification projects, RVNL’s established expertise in railway infrastructure ensures that projects are completed successfully and within the allotted time frames.
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Enhanced Railway Operations and Regional Connectivity
The Duvvada-Rajahmundry & Samalkot-Kakinada Port section serves as a crucial link for industrial and port connectivity in Andhra Pradesh, facilitating movement of goods from the hinterland to Kakinada Port. The OHE upgradation will significantly enhance the section’s capacity to handle increased freight traffic while supporting passenger services with improved reliability and efficiency.
The 2X25kV system implementation will enable higher power availability for traction, supporting operation of longer and heavier freight trains essential for port connectivity and industrial transportation. This infrastructure enhancement contributes to India’s logistics efficiency and supports the government’s vision of increasing railways’ modal share in freight transportation.
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