MoS Defence flags-off driverless metro train at BEML’s Bangalore plant

BEML secured the order amidst stiff global competition for the design, manufacture, supply, testing, commissioning, and training of 96 trainsets (6-car trainsets) of standard gauge Metro cars, valued at approximately INR 4319 crores.

Bangalore : Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth today flagged off a new driverless MRS-1 Metro trainset at BEML’s Bangalore plant, marking another milestone in the achievements of BEML’s Rail business division. This trainset is the 55th to be supplied to the Mumbai Metro Rail Metropolitan Authority for operation on Line 2 and Line 7.

During the ceremony, Mr Sanjay Seth emphasized the significance of indigenously developed metro rail systems in enhancing urban mobility. “BEML’s contribution to the ‘Make in India’ initiative is commendable. The driverless metro trainset symbolizes our nation’s growing capabilities in manufacturing advanced transportation solutions,” he stated.

Mr Shantanu Roy, CMD of BEML, expressed his appreciation for the Ministry’s continued support and reiterated BEML’s commitment to delivering quality products. “Our team at BEML is proud to contribute to the nation’s infrastructure development. We are committed to excellence and innovation in all our endeavors,” he said.

BEML is the first Indian rolling stock manufacturer to design, develop, manufacture, and supply driverless trains. The company takes immense pride in supplying these state-of-the-art driverless trains to the prestigious Mumbai Metro Line 2 and Line 7.

During the design stage, BEML ensured that the Metro train is optimized for maximum passenger comfort, safety, and energy efficiency, meeting stringent global standards.

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