RailTel Secures ₹26.7 Crore OFC Project from South East Central Railway

RailTel Corporation of India Ltd has received a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from South East Central Railway for the execution of an optical fibre cable infrastructure project. The order involves the deployment and installation of fibre optic network infrastructure along designated railway routes.

The contract has been awarded by a domestic entity and forms part of the broader initiative to strengthen communication and digital infrastructure within the railway network.

Scope of the Project

Under the terms of the contract, RailTel will undertake several activities related to the installation of optical fibre cables. The scope of work includes supply and transportation of materials, trenching, laying and backfilling of fibre cables, as well as horizontal directional drilling for cable placement.

The project also involves HDPE pipe insertion, cable blowing, jointing and termination of optical fibre cables. These activities are essential for building reliable and high-capacity communication networks that support railway operations and digital connectivity.

Project Value and Execution Timeline

The estimated value of the contract, as stated in the Letter of Acceptance, is ₹26,72,60,140. The project is expected to be completed by March 5, 2027.

The contract reflects RailTel’s continued involvement in developing telecom infrastructure for the Indian Railways network, which plays a key role in enhancing operational efficiency and enabling modern communication systems across railway corridors.

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RailTel Share Price Today

On March 9, 2026, RailTel share price opened ₹289.90. At 11:23 AM, the share price of RailTel was trading at ₹279.20, down by 4.02% on the NSE.

Conclusion

The new order from South East Central Railway highlights RailTel’s expertise in deploying optical fibre infrastructure for large-scale transportation networks. Successful execution of the project is expected to further strengthen the railway communication framework while reinforcing RailTel’s position as a key technology partner for railway digital infrastructure initiatives.

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