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Tunnelling and Trenching Needs...54
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Interviews:
- Sandeep Garg, Welspun
Interviews:
Enterprises...92
Modern
- Cüneyt Yavuzcan, Consul General & Modular
The Indian modular kitchen prioritises functionality, aesthetics,
and customisation, transforming the space into a multifunctional
hub that complements the overall theme of the home.
of the Republic of Türkiye in

page...97
Mumbai...66
- Lord Mayor of Hannover Belit Onay;
and John Falcicchio, Deputy Mayor

of Washington DC...110
The
Enterprises...92 Net-Zero
Code
Energy-efficient buildings have the potential
to reduce energy costs by 30 per cent.
- Cüneyt Yavuzcan, Consul General

CW deconstructs the net-zero code.

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Interviews:
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Modern
- Cüneyt Yavuzcan, Consul General & Modular

page...97
Mumbai...66
- Lord Mayor of Hannover Belit Onay;
and John Falcicchio, Deputy Mayor
of Washington DC...110
The
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to reduce energy costs by 30 per cent.
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CONTENTS
42 COVER STORY
Net Zero = Net Gains
India is making the jump towards energy-efficient buildings.
66 Trade Talk
“Turkish contractors can 54
Feature
Make in India, Please!
CW identifies gaps in the availability of
collaborate with Indian
tunnelling and trenching equipment.
companies in Africa and Asia
in JVs, technology transfer,
financing, capacity building 70 Genset Next!
CW identifies today’s in-demand genset
features and tomorrow’s potential must-haves.
and market expansion.”
CW interacts with Cüneyt Yavuzcan, Consul
General of the Republic of Türkiye in Mumbai.
80 Special Project
A Mountainous Achievement
26
The Siyom Bridge in Arunachal Pradesh
CURRENT AFFAIRS enhances speed of troop deployment and
• Construction gear should run on green fuel transportation of heavy equipment and
• Uttar Pradesh will be $1 trillion economy mechanised vehicles to forward areas along
in five years the LAC.
• India tops globally in LEED zero
84
certifications of green building projects Startup Innovation
• PM calls for quality, safety in road projects Empowering Operators,
• Engineers India eyes non-fossil fuel Transforming Projects
business, overseas for new phase of growth Maximising project performance in the
• Four elaborate National Highway projects mining and construction sectors, Cognecto
to enhance connectivity in Northeast has emerged as a gamechanger with its
• Credai Mangaluru to train local youths for AI-enabled IoT devices and 360° platform.
construction industry
92
• Infra.Market will raise $150 million from
Interaction
Varde Partners
• Brookfield India Real Estate Trust plans to
“Our current order book is
raise up to `35 billion over `100 billion.”
• TTD plans Tirupati Balaji temples in - Sandeep Garg, Managing Director,
all states Welspun Enterprises Ltd.
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CONTENTS
PROJECT UPDATE 152 Contracts Awarded

120 Project Update 138 Smart Cities Update 142 Upcoming Projects 153 Property Rates
127 Transport Update 139 Equipment Update 145 Product Parade 156 Building Material Prices
131 Power Update 140 Cement Update 150 Diary 163 Twit-Bits
132 Real Estate Update 151 Tenders 164 Newsmakers
110
Special Focus
...97
“A Tale of Two Cities”
- Dikshu Kukreja sheds light on linkages
between Indian cities and abroad, in this
series of interviews with heads of state.
98 COVER STORY
Modern & Modular
117 Big B
“Nishika Elysium will have
The Indian modular kitchen prioritises 5,100 sq ft carpet area for
functionality, aesthetics, and each flat.”
customisation, transforming the space - Nishant Agarwal, Managing Director,
into a multifunctional hub. Avighna Group
Editor's Note...10 News & Events...22 Findex...18 Index to Advertisers...159
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• Top Challengers • Most Admired Brands • Cement & RMC
• Paving & Compaction • Glass & Facades
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CP Kukreja Associates • Mili Majumdar, Managing Director, Green Business Certification Institute India | Vice President, U.S.
Green Building Council • Naushad Panjwani, Chairman, Mandarus Partners • Prof Ashima Banker, Director, Chandigarh
University Institute of Design • Prof N Raghavan, Professor of Practice, BTCM Division, Department of
Civil Engineering IIT Madras • Rahul Kadri, Principal, IMK Architects • Sumit Banerjee, Former Vice-Chairman,
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ABB India........................................ 46, 48 CASE Construction Equipment.............. 139 Engineers India Ltd................................ 32
Action Tesa.......................................... 145 CBRE............................................... 44, 46 Fischer Group...................................... 145
Aircon India Incorporated....................... 44 Chennai Metro Rail...................... 120, 152 Furnish Your Dream............. 102, 104, 108
Airports Authority of India..................... 127 Chennai Radha Engineering works....... 152 GA Design.......................... 101, 102, 105
AKDA.............................................. 43, 50 Cochin Port......................................... 128 Garodia Group..................................... 74
Ambuja Neotia.......................... 70, 72, 74 Cognecto................................... 84, 86,90 Geberit India....................................... 147
Apsuja Infratech................................... 164 Confederation of Indian Industry...... 42, 43 Greater Mohali Area
Ashoka Buildcon.................................. 152 CREDAI................................................. 34 Development Authority......................... 137
AUDA................................................. 132 Dehradun’s Smart City......................... 138 Green Business
Avighna Group.................................... 117 Designtales.......................... 101, 105, 108 Certification Inc................. 44, 47, 50, 137
Bagdogra Airport Authority................... 127 Develon.............................................. 139 Hannover............................................ 110
Border Roads Organisation.............. 80, 82 Dynapac............................................. 139 HFCL.................................................. 152
Brigade Enterprises.............................. 122 Electrotherm........................................ 148 Hiranandani Group............................... 46
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"Indira Gandhi International Shree Cement...................................... 140 Anjali Shah.......................... 102, 104, 106
Airport"................................................. 22 Shyam Metalics & Energy Limited.......... 149 Anshuman Magazine....................... 44, 46
Infra.Market.......................................... 34 SIPL Group.......................................... 152 Ashok Singh Jaunapuria....... 104, 105, 106
"Inland Waterways Sobha Ltd.................................. 70, 72, 74 Azhar Jamil......................... 104, 105, 106
Authority of India"................................ 128 South Western Railway......................... 129 Belit Onay........................................... 110
International Air Transport Association.... 22 Span Floors......................................... 145 Brij Bhushan Agarwal........................... 149
ITI Ltd.................................................. 138 SS Group India.................... 104, 105, 106 Cüneyt Yavuzcan........................ 66, 67, 68
JK Lakshmi Cement.............................. 140 Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery..... 146 Devaraja TH.............................. 70, 72, 74
K Raheja Corp......................... 70, 72, 137 Tata Projects.............................. 43, 54, 55 Dheeraj Kumar Arora....................... 55, 58
Kerala State Industrial Tata Realty & Infrastructure..................... 47 Dikshu Kukreja............ 110, 114, 115, 116
Development Corporation.................... 127 The Kitchen Artisan.............. 102, 104, 106 Divyani Singh............................. 84, 86,90
Kesoram Industries............................... 140 The Ministry of DONER........................ 126 Gopalakrishnan
Kochi Smart City.................................. 138 The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Padmanabhan...................... 30,44, 47, 50
Kolkata Metro Rail Corporation............ 126 Development Authority......................... 129 Hari Krishna Jeedipalli......................... 164
Maharashtra State Road The Union Ministry of Environment Harleen Oberoi..................................... 47
Development Corporation.................... 120 and Forest........................................... 122 John Falcicchio............................ 110, 115
Mana Projects............................ 70, 72, 78 The Uttar Pradesh State Government..... 127 Jyotiraditya Scindia................................ 22
Medha Servo Drives Pvt Ltd.................. 125 T-Hub.................................................. 138 Kiran Dutt........................................ 46, 48
Micron................................................ 122 ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems.............. 125 Kushagra Awasthi................ 102, 104, 108
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.131 Titagarh Wagons................................. 152 Meghana Nimmagadda....... 101, 105, 108
Nagpur Municipal Corporation............. 132 Tractebel Engineering....................... 54, 55 Nishant Agarwal.................................. 117
National Green Tribunal............... 128, 132 US Green Building Council..................... 30 Nitin Gadkari........................................ 32
National Highways Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation....120, 131 Ponni M Concessao............................. 164
Authority of India........... 30, 120, 125, 130 Va Tech Wabag.................................... 152 Prashanth N.......................................... 46
Noida International Airport Limited....... 127 Vibrant Energy..................................... 152 Pratik Doshi..................................... 43, 44
NTPC Ltd............................................... 22 Vikram Solar....................................... 126 PV Shesha Reddy....................... 70, 72, 78
NTPC Renewable Energy...................... 131 Vizhinjam Port..................................... 122 Rahul Mistri......................... 101, 102, 108
Open Atelier........................ 101, 102, 108 Volvo Penta.......................................... 139 Raman Kapil.................. 43, 54, 55, 56, 58
Plüsch......................................... 101, 105 WASHINGTON DC.............................. 114 Raman Sapru.................................. 70, 72
Prince Pipes and Fittings Limited........... 145 Welspun Enterprises ........................ 92, 94 Rishabh Gupta.......................... 54, 55, 56
Public Works Department............. 125, 130 Zydex Industries................................... 164 Ritu Goregaoker.................. 101, 102, 105
Reliance Industries....................... 128, 152 Sampath Kumar Kabothu................. 42, 43
Republic of Türkiye..................... 66, 67, 68 People Sandeep Garg................................. 92, 94
RITES Ltd......................................... 54, 55 Abhishek M Garodia.............................. 74 Sudhir Himatsingka................... 70, 72, 74
Road Transport & Highways.................... 32 Ajay Ranka.......................................... 164 Sukriti Sharrma............................ 101, 105
Saraj Drilling Solutions..................... 55, 58 Amit Khanna................................... 43, 47 Vartika Shukla....................................... 32
Saya Group......................................... 132 Amitabha Sur........................................ 44 Willie Walsh.......................................... 22

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• Construction of the IKEA store in 12th century Angkor Wat temple • Indira Gandhi International
Noida is set to commence soon complex. The estimated cost of Airport (IGI) announced the
after receiving approval from the constructing this temple is introduction of a convenient new
government. The necessary `5 billion. The Ramayan temple facility called DigiYatra, aimed at
permission from the Noida will boast 12 domes, with the enhancing the travel experience
Authority is currently awaited, and tallest dome reaching an for passengers. DigiYatra offers
construction is expected to begin impressive height of 270 feet. passengers the benefits of the
within the next few months. Once facility without requiring them to
completed, the IKEA facility in download a mobile application.
Noida will encompass a shopping This initiative has been
mall, retail outlets, residential implemented at Terminal 3, and it
facilities, and meeting centers. To streamlines registration process.
realise this project, IKEA plans to
invest approximately `55 billion in
developing the shopping mall.
• Jyotiraditya Scindia, the Civil

Aviation Minister, announced that
India is poised to have a
remarkable 200-220 airports,
heliports, and water aerodromes
within the next two to three years.
Furthermore, he revealed that • Willie Walsh, Director
Tirupati, Vijayawada, Kushinagar, General of International Air
• Ramayan Temple in Bihar is and Mopa Airports have recently Transport Association,
poised to become the world's been declared as international expressed that Indian aviation
largest Ramayan temple. The airports, increasing the total market holds significant potential
commencement of the construction number of international airports in and abundant opportunities. He
took place on June 20 in Bihar's India to 30. The minister also described the market as vibrant
East Champaran district. The emphasised on the ongoing and highlighted India as one
Ramayan temple in Bihar will efforts to augment capacity at of world's fastest-growing
surpass the height of Cambodia's metro airports. aviation markets.
Awards and Recognition

• Team Marksmen women professors who have garnered recognition for
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prestigious title of
"Most Preferred • Telangana takes pride in having five of its iconic
Workplace of building structures recognised as winners of the
2023-24" upon esteemed 'International Green Apple Awards for
NTPC Ltd., India's Beautiful Buildings'. Nizam-era Moazzam Jahi market
leading power won in the heritage category; cable-stayed hanging
generator. This serves as a testament to NTPC's bridge over Durgam Cheruvu won for its unique
exceptional achievements across various domains. design; Dr BR Ambedkar Telangana State Secretariat
building won for aesthetically designed office building;
• On June 23, International Women in Engineering Integrated Command and Control Centre of police
Day is observed worldwide to honour and won in unique office category; and Yadagirigutta
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Construction gear should the vision of 'UP for UP, UP for India, UP for
Global,' the Chief Minister aims to leverage
run on green fuel the state's potential for multidimensional
growth. In a review meeting with officials, Chief
Road Transport Minister Adityanath emphasised the need to
Minister Nitin focus on core sectors such as manufacturing,
Gadkari IT & ITES, religious tourism, and agriculture.
expressed his Additionally, sectors like energy, health, urban
intention to development, education,
promote the use food processing, and
of green fuels MSMEs require special
in construction attention. The plan also
equipment includes developing major
vehicles. He metropolitan cities as
mentioned that hubs for various sectors,
the government with Lucknow envisioned
is exploring as the country's first AI
the possibility of providing interest subsidies city. The Chief Minister
for vehicles that run on ethanol, methanol, or discussed strategies to
electricity. Gadkari emphasised the need for make Uttar Pradesh a hub for green energy.
construction equipment to shift from diesel to Efficiency and transparency in the system
greener alternatives such as green hydrogen, LNG, are crucial for achieving the goal. The Chief
and electricity. He discussed the idea of introducing Minister emphasised the use of technology to
a policy that would offer loans to construction bring transparency and avoid any delays. The
equipment owners at lower interest rates, state has a significant base of 9.6 million MSME
encouraging the adoption of environmentally units, which will play a vital role in achieving the
friendly fuels. trillion-dollar economy target.
In the construction sector, the Chief Minister
highlighted the construction of 5.4 million
houses for the poor and stressed the importance
Uttar Pradesh will be of registering all types of construction work.
Implementing technology to track construction
USD 1 trillion economy projects will ensure their safety, and measures
such as insurance coverage will provide
in 5 years protection against potential accidents.
The Chief Minister urged officials to work
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has set an diligently and think on a large scale to
ambitious goal to make Uttar Pradesh a 1 trillion propel Uttar Pradesh towards becoming a
dollar economy within the next five years. Under 1 trillion dollar economy.
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India tops globally in with 15 certifications. However, it is worth noting

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LEED zero certifications originate from the building and construction sector.
GBCI India's Managing Director,
of green building projects Gopalakrishnan Padmanabhan, emphasised the
crucial role buildings play in achieving global
climate goals due to their significant carbon
emissions. India's leadership in LEED Zero projects
reflects its commitment to sustainability and the
adoption of innovative green building practices.
PM calls for quality,

safety in road projects
India has emerged as the global leader in LEED
zero certified green building projects, surpassing the
United States and China, according to the US Green
Building Council (USGBC) and Green Business
Certification Inc (GBCI). LEED zero certification
acknowledges projects that have achieved net zero
or net positive status in carbon, energy, water, or
waste categories. Realty firm DLF and FMCG player
ITC are at the forefront of the LEED zero green
certification initiative in India. The certified projects
span various sectors, including office spaces, During a meeting on the infrastructure sector,
hospitality facilities, retail malls, industrial Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the
manufacturing projects, and data centers. importance of focusing on the quality of work and
India currently boasts 73 LEED zero certified safety aspects of highway projects. This directive
projects, accounting for 45 per cent of the total came in light of recent incidents of collapses
certifications worldwide. Haryana and Tamil Nadu and cave-ins in under-construction and newly
are leading in terms of certifications. The United completed infrastructure projects.
States and China rank second and third, respectively, Highway owning agencies, including the
with 47 (30 per cent) and 15 (10 per cent) National Highways Authority of India (NHAI),
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for inspecting failed structures has been put in adapt to the changing global energy landscape.
place, and expert committees have been formed to In recent times, EIL has expanded its consultancy
investigate such cases. services to cover various sectors, including
Regional officers (ROs) have been instructed to
implement the recommended remedial measures in
a timely manner, with mandatory daily action taken
reports to be submitted until the completion of the
remedial work. The focus on safety and quality in
infrastructure projects aims to ensure the integrity
and reliability of highways and bridges, preventing
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development in the country.
the upgrade of oil refineries, petrochemical

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hydrogen. It has also entered the infrastructure
non-fossil fuel business, segment and provides consultancy services for
airport construction. Additionally, EIL has started
overseas for new phase offering engineering and construction consultancy
for fertilizer plants, recognizing the consistent
of growth demand for crop nutrients.
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towards renewable energy projects and exploring
opportunities in the overseas market, according
Four elaborate National
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Highway projects to
and sustainable fuels. The company is currently
involved in constructing India's first biorefinery,
enhance connectivity
which will utilise bamboo to produce ethanol. It is
also exploring projects related to green hydrogen
in Northeast
and sustainable aviation fuel. In addition, EIL is Nitin Gadkari, the Union Minister of Road
actively considering opportunities in the Middle East Transport & Highways, initiated four National
and Africa for its overseas expansion. Highway projects in India to improve road
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connectivity and promote economic growth. Two industry. Vinod R Pinto, the president-elect of
of the National Highways were inaugurated, Credai, Mangaluru, stated that the organisation
while the other two had their foundation stones aims to offer skill development courses in
laid in the state of Assam. Gadkari inaugurated masonry, tiling, granite works, electrical work, and
the four-lane section between Nagaon Bypass- plumbing, among other areas.
Teliagaon and Teliagaon-Rangagara, and The initiative to skill local manpower for the
also laid the foundation stone for Mangaldai construction industry was started by Credai's India
Bypass and the four-lane section between chapter before the COVID-19 pandemic but had
Daboka-Parakhuwa. These projects in Assam to be temporarily halted. With the resumption of
have a combined cost of Rs 14.50 billion, activities, Credai Mangaluru aims to replicate the
indicating a significant investment in the state's skilling program in the region. The goal is to train
road infrastructure. The 18 km long four-lane local youths for a few months through short-term
section between Nagaon Bypass-Teliagaon and courses, enabling them to contribute effectively
Teliagaon-Rangagara, costing Rs 4.03 billion, to the construction sector. Currently, the industry
will enhance connectivity between North Assam in the region relies on workers from outside
and Upper Assam. This improved connectivity is Karnataka, but their work output is not always
expected to boost the state's economy and create satisfactory, necessitating the need for reskilling.
new opportunities for the local population. Traditionally, workers from states like Tamil
Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar
Pradesh, and Bihar have been involved in different
construction activities. By providing training to
Credai Mangaluru to local youths, Credai aims to address the demand
for skilled workers in the construction industry and
train local youths for improve the quality of work.
construction industry
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Varde Partners
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material startup, is set to raise $150 million
from Varde Partners. The funds will be raised
through convertible instruments and will support
The Confederation of Real Estate and the company's plans for an initial public offering
Developers Association of India (Credai), (IPO). Other investors in Infra.Market include
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Partners. In 2022, the company raised $50 million investors or through preferential allotment of
in growth capital from Liquidity Group's MARS units. BIRET and Singapore's sovereign wealth
Unicorn Fund, valuing it at $2.5 billion. fund GIC announced a partnership to acquire
two commercial properties in India for Rs 112.25
billion. To finance these acquisitions, BIRET
proposed an institutional placement of up to
Rs 35 billion, with the possibility of considering
other fundraising methods such as preferential
allotment of units.
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approved an enabling resolution to raise the
funds, subject to unit holder approval. The
proposed institutional placement is expected
to raise Rs 34 billion specifically for the asset
acquisitions. This fundraising initiative will enable
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The convertible instruments will eventually be strengthen its portfolio of commercial properties
converted into equity shares when the company in India.
goes public. Infra.Market aims to enter the
public markets within the next 18-24 months. A
portion of the funds, around $100 million, will
be used to acquire a majority stake in Strata
Geosystems (India) from Glen Raven Inc., a
TTD plans Tirupati Balaji
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Strata Geosystems specialises in geosynthetic temples in all states
manufacturing and soil reinforcement technology, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), the
addressing infrastructure needs in areas such trust managing India's wealthiest temple, has
as retaining walls, reinforced soil slopes, outlined plans to build Tirupati temples in every
embankments, and more. state and union territory. As a recent development,
a Tirupati Balaji temple was inaugurated in the
outskirts of Jammu, allowing devotees to visit. The
Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Jammu spans
Brookfield India Real more than 62 acres of land within the lower
Shivalik forests. Currently, the TTD board is
Estate Trust plans to raise working on an action plan to construct
replicas of the Lord Venkateswara temple in
up to `35 billion Gujarat and Chhattisgarh.
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of Lord Venkateswara to devotees' doorsteps by
establishing temples in various states and union
territories, according to YV Subba Reddy,
Chairman of TTD. Reports indicate that discussions
are underway with the government of Bihar to
construct a Lord Balaji temple, and the
Maharashtra government has allocated 10 acres
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Net Zero = Net Gains

India is making the jump towards energy-efficient buildings.
Buildings consume over through renewable energy sources. “Besides, harnessing renewable
30 per cent of India’s total Improving energy-efficiency can energy can give a building a
electricity. So, it stands to reason reduce the energy consumed reliable source of power supply
that the process of certifying a annually by about 25 to 30 per cent if it is combined with energy
building as green prioritises with respect to the national baseline storage devices. From the
energy-efficiency. The hallmark of and, thus, reduce the cost of energy perspective of occupants,
energy-efficiency is the net-zero by at least 30 per cent, points out net-zero energy buildings offer
energy building concept, implying Sampath Kumar Kabothu, Senior increased daylighting and better
buildings that are designed to Counsellor, Confederation of thermal comfort.”
operate with a minimal energy load Indian Industry, CII Sohrabji In prescribing standards that
and meet their energy needs Godrej Green Business Centre. top the national benchmark, even

the ECBC 2017, the latest load and focusing on areas that “From the
building energy code, is can be impacted the most, such as perspective of
prioritising energy-efficiency. air-conditioning or daylighting,” occupants,
The ECBC 2017 sets the energy says Amit Khanna, Design net-zero
performance index at 180kWh/ Principal, AKDA. energy
m2/year as against the “If the building has a large buildings
100-150kWh/m2/year vertical surface area, the discussion offer in-
prevailing benchmark. will be around minimising heat creased daylighting and
gain through the envelope,” he better thermal comfort.”
Load-minimising design further explains. “However, if the
In fact, energy-efficiency building has a large roof area, the - Sampath Kumar Kabothu, Senior
starts from design. The right focus will be on insulating the Counsellor, Confederation of Indian
Industry, CII Sohrabji Godrej Green
design can lower the energy terrace and creating a microclimate
Business Centre
load significantly. “If the to reduce roof temperatures.”
architect’s mandate is to design a The ways to achieve energy
commercial building that uses efficiency are similar in a residential “It is up to
energy efficiently, the process will building but here, Khanna says, the architect
begin by studying the electrical “the focus shifts to choosing to integrate
materials that mitigate heat solar panels
transfer or by building deeply into the
shaded spaces.” design of the
building
rather than treat them as an
QUICK BYTES add-on to the terrace.”
• The buildings sector - Amit Khanna, Design Principal,
AKDA
needs more rapid
change to get on
“The thermal
track with the
insulation
net-zero emissions by provided by
2050 scenario. window, door
and façade
•R
evenue in India’s systems save
Energy Management on energy
segment is projected to costs while creating a
reach US$236.10 visual accent.”
million in 2023. - Pratik Doshi, National Manager,
Façade Business, Schueco
•R
evenue is expected to
show an annual growth Energy-saving façades and
rate (CAGR 2022-2027) fenestrations
of 6.54 per cent, Choosing heat-resistant façade
materials and highly insulated
Photo courtesy: Tata Projects
resulting in a projected
windows and doors goes a long
market volume of way in helping to make the building
US$304.20 million envelope more energy-efficient. For
by 2027. instance, the thermal insulation
provided by window, door and
July 2023 Construction World 43

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façade systems from Schueco save “The advan- Energy Efficiency. Therefore, there is
on energy costs while creating a tages of a need to prioritise solutions that
visual accent. “By means of integrating can help reduce this load.
expanded insulation zones, a an HVAC “Integrating the HVAC with an
continuous centre gasket, a special system with automation system incorporating
glazing rebate, Schueco’s HI (highly an automa- occupancy sensors and zonal
insulated) and SI (super insulated) controls can deliver 15-20 per cent
tion system
series achieve maximum air savings on energy through precise
far exceed the challenges of
tightness and Uf values of 0.7-1.9 control,” reckons Amitabha Sur,
W/m²K,” says Pratik Doshi, power quality.” Director, Operations, Aircon India
National Manager, Façade - Amitabha Sur, Director, Operations, Incorporated. “Recently, we
Business, Schueco. “With Aircon India Incorporated upgraded a conventional air-
appropriate triple glazing or a conditioning system in a hospital
leaf-enclosing infill panel, Ucw using modern devices and controls
values less than 1.0 W/m²K can “India needs for a chilled water system, and over
be achieved.” the effects of a period of one year’s operation we
The key is to have the right strategic ESG could see the energy savings.”
product for the application. For policies in the Beyond energy savings, an
example, Doshi recommends the real-estate intelligent HVAC ensures better
AWS 90.SI+GREEN for a passive sector to be indoor comfort and ease of use
house-certified system. The monitored through pre-commands.
headquarters of the Rural and calibrated to build The advantages of integrating an
Electrification Corporation in sustainable structures.” HVAC system with an automation
Gurugram use a Schueco unitised system far exceed the challenges of
- Anshuman Magazine, Chairman &
façade, sliding door and openable power quality, for starters, points
CEO - India, South-East Asia, Middle
door. Villa-S in Ahmedabad and East & Africa, CBRE out Sur. “Electronic hazards such as
many private residences across erratic voltages and surges can
India use a highly insulated lift and damage the sensors installed to
slide solution. than half of the total electricity monitor and control the HVAC
consumed in commercial or system. Of course, protective
Cutting down HVAC loads residential buildings, especially in devices exist to override this
HVAC systems account for more summer, according to the Bureau of challenge. Dampness and dust
deposits on power circuit boards
are another challenge, especially in
coastal and humid areas.”
Digital energy management

A digital energy management
solution plays a key role in
achieving energy-efficiency.
Digital technologies that help
manage energy perform multiple
functions. They collect data from
energy metering systems and
various sensors installed in the
Photo courtesy: GBCI
building. They analyse this data

and present it to help pinpoint
trends, reporting and further
analytics. They also control
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or chiller plants to optimise the use “Sustainabili- based variable flow system, by
of energy and enable the user to ty is a key replacing three-way chilled water
save peak power and stay within part of our valves with two-way valves and
the maximum demand limits. company’s installing variable frequency drives
For instance, ABBs Ability Energy purpose and (VFD) on the chilled water pumps
Manager can save up to 20 per of the value with a complete chiller plant
cent of the energy bill through manager. Essentially, the smart VFD
we create for
scheduling lighting in temporarily control has driven energy savings in
our customers, employees
occupied rooms and automatic the air-handling unit and dynamic
presence detection with brightness- and all our stakeholders.” chilled water balancing has
based control. Creating a time - Kiran Dutt, President, Electrification reduced the energy consumed by
schedule for cooling individual Business, ABB India the chilled water pumps, while a
rooms helps drive up to 10 per cent portal allows the installation to be
energy savings, while using remotely monitored.
“Energy-efficient measures
presence detection to cool those “As a result of such energy-
individual rooms helps drive up to
can save construction costs efficient measures, we can save
25 per cent energy. Using low up to 5 per cent, which can construction costs up to nearly
energy lighting (LED) can cut energy be increased once adoption 5 per cent, which can be increased
costs anywhere between 40 to is on a larger scale.” once the adoption is on a larger
90 per cent. ABBs Ability Building - Prashanth N, Director - Projects, scale,” says Prashanth N, Director
Manager tool can save up to 25 Hiranandani Group - Projects, Hiranandani Group.
per cent of the energy used. “Further, we will leverage
“The energy savings from technologies like artificial
implementing both these solutions A digital energy management intelligence (AI) and machine
in Disha (see box for more details), solution in Dr LH Hiranandani learning (ML) to constantly monitor,
ABB’s corporate office, range Hospital is designed to reduce the periodically improvise and
between 20 and 25 per cent, energy consumed by the HVAC effectively rectify errors. As a pilot
and peak at 30 per cent,” shares system by 20 per cent. The solution project, we are installing a similar
Kiran Dutt, President, involved converting the existing energy conservation system in our
Electrification Business, ABB India. constant flow system to a demand- eco-friendly hotels like Rodas – An
Ecotel and Meluha – The Fern. We
opted for an operating cost OPEX
(ESCO) model to explore newer
technologies and their effectiveness
without (an upfront) investment.”
For his part, Anshuman
Magazine, Chairman & CEO -
India, Southeast Asia,
Middle East & Africa, CBRE,
expects enabling technologies to
monitor and enhance the energy
performance of buildings to see
Photo courtesy: Hiranandani Group
greater adoption in future.
Tapping renewable energy

If a building is expected to
generate some or all of the energy
it will consume, Khanna points out
that while “solar panels are the
The excess power generated through solar energy during the day can be most common and practicable
fed back to the grid through a net metering arrangement.
renewable energy source for a

residential or commercial building,

it is up to the architect to integrate
the solar panels into the design of
the building rather than treat them
as an add-on to the terrace, and to
ensure that the electrical systems
are wired to allow the solar panels
to be integrated seamlessly.”
Further, “solar panels work
best when combined with a net
metering system that feeds
electricity back into the grid,” he
continues. “Onsite storage or
time-shifting power backup through
battery packs is an alternative, but
Photo courtesy: AKDA

still marginally inefficient.”
At Hiranandani Fortune City, the
370,000 units of solar power
generated by a 383.91 kWp
rooftop solar system on New
Interior view of a typical green building automated warehouse focusing on
Castle, a commercial building, is the right materials to mitigate heat transfer.
used for lifts and lighting in
common areas and water pumps.
The excess power generated during “We employ for opportunities to increase
the day is fed back to the grid various procurement from renewable
through a net metering strategies sources,” says Harleen Oberoi,
arrangement. In future, this will be like onsite SVP & Head - Project
expanded by an additional rooftop solar Management, Tata Realty &
80 kWp rooftop solar system to Infrastructure. “We employ various
panels and
power common areas of the strategies including onsite rooftop
solar light
main receiving substation. solar panels and solar light fittings
“Through this system, we saved fittings for outdoor areas.” for outdoor areas, as well as offsite
526,304.1 kg of CO2 emissions, - Harleen Oberoi, SVP & Head - wind and solar plants where we
the equivalent of planting 15,709 Project Management, have invested and signed long-term
trees,” shares Prashanth. Tata Realty & Infrastructure PPAs. Our flagship asset,
Whereas some buildings can Ramanujan Intellion Park,
install renewable energy sources Chennai, is the first IFC EDGE Zero
onsite to meet some or all of their “India’s Carbon certified campus in India
needs, where this is impractical, leadership with over 98 per cent energy
buildings must resort to importing position in procured through renewable
renewable energy from offsite to LEED Zero sources. Our operational properties
achieve the net-zero energy projects are IFC EDGE Advanced certified,
building criteria. Essentially, a reflects its meaning that our buildings use at
building that fully offsets the use of commitment least 40 per cent less energy than
grid energy through renewable to sustainability and green typical buildings.”
energy sources adheres to the building practices.” An existing building can also be
net-zero energy concept. retrofitted to become more energy-
“Our operational portfolio - Gopalakrishnan Padmanabhan, efficient by using only renewable
Managing Director, Southeast Asia and
procures over 60 per cent of our energy. For instance, the CII-Godrej
Middle East, Green Business
annual energy through renewable Certification Inc. (GBCI) India
Green Building Council office
energy and we are always looking underwent deep HVAC retrofits, the

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How can existing buildings be made energy-efficient?
When ABB sought to create a new corporate The various energy-saving functionalities built into
building within its Peenya campus in Bengaluru, named Disha include AHU scheduling, static pressure VFD
Disha, it decided to upcycle and repurpose an existing modulation, CO2 based VFD modulation, occupant
building instead of constructing anew. sensing and monitoring, schedulers and calendar
In using an existing building, “we significantly events, lux level controls, ambient temperature tuning,
reduced the environmental impact that a greenfield automated VRF controlling and duty standby controls.
project of this scale would have generated,” With all this, Disha has achieved around 30 per cent
explains Kiran Dutt, President, Electrification saving on the cost of energy, reckons Dutt.
Business, ABB India. Incidentally, all the energy Disha uses comes from
“Sustainability is a key part of our company’s renewable sources and, thus, the building adheres to
purpose and of the value we create for our customers, the net-zero operational carbon concept. “Ideally, we
employees and all our stakeholders,” continues Dutt. To would have preferred to establish our own renewable
take forward that thread, and minimise the carbon energy sources but the existing rooftop was occupied by
footprint of the corporate building, ABB decided to other utility installations,” explains Dutt. “So we are
“demonstrate what can be done to make buildings consuming grid energy from renewable sources.”
more efficient through the deployment of integrated Disha was designed to meet the LEED Gold criteria.
digital building automation and electrical technology.” So, in what other ways is Disha green?
Thus, more than 5,000 ABB products were • Intelligent fixtures reduce the building’s load on
integrated within Disha, and are being monitored and potable water by 55 per cent.
controlled with the help of ABB’s Aspect IBMS • With 98 per cent of its waste being recycled,
(Integrated Building Management Solutions) technology, Disha has almost reached its target of zero waste
a unified platform to remotely monitor and control to landfill.
multiple points enabled with sensors from lighting and • The 15-acre campus has a green cover of about
HVAC to security. This platform has been combined 30 per cent, which was preserved during the
with a cloud-based SaaS solution, ABB Ability Building construction process. Nearly 120 trees, some more
Ecosystem with Active Energy and Asset Manager, and than 60 years old, were saved from being axed.
an AI-enabled vehicle management and parking • A special recycled plastic mix of 6,000 kg,
system. Features and functionalities built into the Ability equivalent to 150,000 one-litre plastic bottles, was
platform are housed in the air circuit breakers. used to construct the footpath.

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million sq ft, up by about

46 per cent since 2018.”
Indeed, during the Net-Zero
Buildings Week (observed globally
from June 12 to 16), India was
declared the country with the most
LEED Zero green building projects.
A complement to LEED certification,
LEED Zero recognises projects that
have reached net-zero or net
positive status in the categories of
carbon, energy, water or waste.
India has 73 LEED Zero certified
projects, close to half of about 150
Photo courtesy: AKDA

LEED Zero certifications,
outperforming the US and China
with 47 (30 per cent) and 15 (10
per cent) certifications respectively.
Apt selection of heat-resistant façade materials and highly insulated “India’s leadership position in
windows and doors makes the building envelope more energy-efficient. LEED Zero projects reflects its
commitment to sustainability and
deployment of energy-efficiency efficient LED fittings, etc. the adoption of innovative green
measures and the installation of building practices,” says
bifacial solar PV modules to meet The green building premium Gopalakrishnan Padmanabhan,
all its energy requirements through As the demand for energy Managing Director, Southeast Asia
renewable energy and move as well as energy prices grow and Middle East, Green Business
towards becoming a net-zero globally, and government Certification Inc. (GBCI) India.
energy building. regulations tighten, ‘green’ is sure In India, DLF has the most
to grow as a concept. certifications (45), followed by the
The right products In fact, a recent APAC report by ITC Group (15). Haryana and Tamil
To maximise energy efficiency, it CBRE that examines whether the Nadu lead the way in certifications.
is vital to select the right products green premium exists indicates that What India now needs is for “the
and solutions. One way to evaluate reducing energy consumption and effects of strategic ESG policies in
products is to determine the LEED carbon emissions is the the real-estate sector to be
credit points related to energy and environmental, social and corporate monitored and calibrated
atmosphere that the products in governance (ESG) consideration gradually to build more sustainable
question can contribute to. most likely to impact property value. structures and for developers to look
For instance, ABB products and “Investors and occupiers are beyond profits and take action on a
solutions can contribute to six credit most often willing to pay a premium plan to protect the environment,”
points under Enhanced for buildings with onsite renewable says Magazine.
Commissioning, 18 credit points energy generation and/or smart We might add, developers that
under Optimised Energy technology to monitor and adjust are “focused on providing
Performance, and one credit point energy usage,” says Magazine. sustainable campuses to clients and
each under Advanced Energy “This is evident in India too, wherein bringing down the carbon
Metering and Enhanced Refrigerant major cities like Delhi-NCR, footprint”, despite the fact that “the
Management respectively. Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, Chennai cost savings from renewable sources
Other energy-efficient products and Kolkata boast a 34 per cent are reducing by the day due to
used in buildings could be EC certified stock of green buildings. In increased capital and operational
motors, highly efficient series 2022, the certified green buildings costs”, to quote Oberoi.
counterflow water cooled chillers, lift organised market size across the
- CHARU BAHRI
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FEATURE-TunnelLing & Trenching
Make in India, Please!

CW identifies gaps in the availability of tunnelling and trenching equipment.
Photo courtesy: Tractebel Engineering

India is seeing a surge in Raman Kapil, EVP - Metro, Tunnels
infrastructure development, QUICK BYTES & Environment, Tata Projects.
including tunnel and trench While he observes that this import
constructions. That said, tunnelling • India has more than trend has shifted from East Asia
in India is still a relatively new towards Europe in recent years,
development; hence, the potential 1,700 tunnels spanning inhouse competency building is yet
for advanced tunnelling equipment a length of over to see any daylight.
is limited, necessitating importing 3,600 km at various Deploying imported equipment
such equipment from various parts stages of development. brings its own challenges.
of the world, observes Rishabh For starters, the procurement
Gupta, Assistant Manager (Tunnel • Maharashtra accounts process for imported equipment is
Planning & Design) at RITES Ltd, more time-consuming and costly as
Ministry of Railways. for highest share in against equipment made locally,
total upcoming tunnel points out Gupta. “This financial
Make in India length at around burden makes it particularly difficult
India’s demand for tunnel boring 950 km, followed by for smaller companies to afford
machines (TBMs), trench cutters, such equipment.”
automated jumbos and ancillaries Arunachal Pradesh at He notes that the Government
like grout plants, rolling stock, 290 km and Uttrakhand has thus far shown no interest in
segment moulds, etc, is met at 180 km. providing financial assistance to
completely through imports,” agrees construction and utility companies

"Procurement
process for Tips to optimise the deployment
imported
equipment is of drilling and trenching equipment
more time- Most challenges and even failures that arise while operating drilling
consuming and trenching equipment are a direct result of improper drilling practices
and costly as or incorrect servicing and field strata conditions, observes Dheeraj Kumar
against locally made ones." Arora, Managing Director, Saraj Drilling Solutions. “Inspecting the drill
rig settings (percussion pressure, feed pressure and rotation pressure with
- Rishabh Gupta, Assistant Manager
optimum speed levels), flushing and lubrication, selecting proper rock
(Tunnel Planning & Design) at
RITES Ltd, Ministry of Railways drilling tools and, last but not least, focusing on machine/material
handling, including proper tool (drill bits) grinding, can help avoid
challenges and failures. These concerns should be looked into before
"India’s considering a product defect.”
demand for “Hole misalignment through poorly serviced rigs, bad collaring and
TBMs, trench wandering holes are the main factors contributing to stress in the drill
cutters, and tools string, which subsequently lead to the breakdown of drill rigs and
ancillaries is final production operations,” he adds. “Therefore, as far as possible,
met through reasonable measures should be taken to drill straighter holes.”
imports."
- Raman Kapil, EVP - Metro, Also, continuous tech support for maintaining an inventory of critical
Tunnels & Environment, Tata Projects the equipment’s functioning and spares and training schedules for
performance tends to be a greater technical and service staff, says
challenge for imported equipment. Dheeraj Kumar Arora, Managing
"Identifying Service providers aren’t focusing Director, Saraj Drilling Solutions.
existing as intently as needed on the active “OEMs are also missing asset
subsurface fleet of equipment at sites, in terms management agreements. Service
utilities of field services, workshops, must be included in every new
before
trenching in
urban areas
is essential, but is not being
given sufficient importance."
- Azhar Jamil, Senior Manager
(Geology), Tractebel Engineering
utilising such equipment.

Second, large machines
manufactured abroad must be
fragmented into smaller pieces prior
to being shipped and then
reassembled on site. “Reassembling
a machine and deploying it in an
Photo courtesy: RITES
urban area or a mountainous

region is associated with logistic
constraints, such as complex traffic
conditions and accessibility in
fragile environments,” notes
Geological complexities especially in hilly terrains remain the biggest
Animesh Sharma, Tunnel and
challenge in tunnelling in India.
Geotechnical Engineer.

Encourage contractors to use modern tunnelling and trenching methods

Better quality of inputs/information: Decisions on equipment leads to exorbitant cost overruns due to idle
the tunnelling method and associated equipment are machines.” The ecosystem for the operation of modern
largely influenced by the quality of inputs on geology, equipment with new-age technology – trained operators,
underlying utilities, traffic and urban space constraints spare parts, cutting tools, maintenance, assembly,
and, of course, the cost and time at hand, observes manoeuvrability and logistics, wait time, compatibility
Raman Kapil. If any of these inputs varies at any stage with other makes and materials – comes at a premium,
from conception through delivery, an undesirable making it capital-intensive, adds Kapil.
outcome may occur, demanding a midway rethink. More manageable equipment: Contractors may also
He points out that the occurrence of such situations be put off deploying large tunnelling and trenching
pushes “conservative decisions on equipment”. So, he equipment that presents manoeuvring challenges within
lists thorough due diligence of a project’s ground cramped spaces or uneven terrains, points out Gupta.
conditions, central agency for utility mapping and This aspect often complicates accessing job sites,
transparency in sharing those inputs during the design particularly in urban areas with limited space and in
stage as imperatives. Geological complexities, especially higher elevations. “Logistics in support of available
in the Himalayan terrain, remain the biggest challenge in modern equipment (for instance, battery-operated rolling
tunnelling in India and in the Himalayan belt and, stock) are constrained by limited surface area size
sometimes, even in trenching, observes Azhar Jamil. usability,” adds Kapil.
“Identifying existing subsurface utilities (water/sewer Safety guidelines: Worker safety is another issue that
pipelines, gas pipelines, electric lines) using GPR or contractors must navigate. Improper deployments and
other scanning equipment before trenching in urban other hazards can pose significant safety risks to workers,
areas is essential, but somehow is not being given causing severe injuries or even fatalities. Gupta cites
sufficient importance.” cavity collapses and over-breaking as potential dangers.
Easier approval process: “Obtaining environmental “What adds to the complexity is the fact that the
and other approvals from various departments and deployment of such equipment is made more challenging
additional stakeholders can become a challenging and by the absence of a safety handbook for tunnelling in
time-consuming process,” says Rishabh Gupta. India. So, individual companies must adopt international
“In some cases, approval issues may even require best practices as mentioned in their contract agreement.”
realigning the tunnel after the project has already been Skill development: Less investment in local R&D and
awarded. Failure to comply with regulations can result in a paucity of skills keep contractors from adopting modern
fines or other penalties.” “Any time loss in permits, tunnelling methods and/or lead them to outsource
clearances for projects, suboptimal productivity due to challenging work to foreign partners. “The lack of
varied reasons like shaft size, deferred arrival, challenges competent engineers, design consultancies and
in retrieval, etc, impact the RoI severely,” adds Kapil. construction companies with specialised skills and
“Owning the equipment is to date a risky proposition training hampers the growth of potential customers for
under those circumstances.” vendors, creating a challenging business environment,”
Faster delivery: The lead time for the design and opines Gupta. Jamil points out that experienced
fabrication of moving parts (like cutter heads), availability operators with awareness of equipment safety aspects are
of the OEM’s support team, contract terms and in short supply as are experienced mechanics. “Sufficient
conditions, etc, are also critical determinants of a knowledge of the support systems needed in tunnels after
machine’s availability for a given project, adds Kapil. each excavation and providing a supportive trench wall
Lower cost: Some prerequisites for a tunnelling depending on the depth of the excavation is also
project to deliver a healthy RoI are “careful preparation, missing,” he says. “Micro-level planning and engineering
extensive planning and sequencing, prior to deployment”, are also insufficient.”
to quote Gupta. “Only then can the project commence on While gaps exist, Kapil points out that from the last
schedule and the machinery be utilised in the proper decade, the industry is seeing traction in upskilling
sequence, ensuring profitability for the contractor. Else, manpower and relaxed regulations for OEMs to set up
the high expenses associated with the purchase, rental, facilities in India, which has improved equipment
operation and maintenance of tunnelling and trenching availability through local support.

"India needs
to expand
equipment
manufacturing
capabilities
for specialised
tunnelling and
trenching machines."
- Animesh Sharma, Tunnel and
Geotechnical Engineer
"Service must
be included in
every new
equipment
deal, whether
Photo courtesy: Animesh Sharma

it is drill and
blast rigs or
tunnel boring machines."
- Dheeraj Kumar Arora, Managing
Director, Saraj Drilling Solutions
As the tunnel is excavated, various support systems are implemented to
ensure stability and prevent collapses.
equipment deal, whether it is
drill and blast rigs or TBMs.
Regular audits and preventative With the Government initiating specialised equipment within
maintenance would help to increase numerous tunnelling projects in the India’s borders.
the competency of operators and past five years, Gupta is hopeful Sharma believes India needs to
boost machine productivity by up to that equipment manufacturing expand equipment manufacturing
10 per cent.” companies will start producing capabilities for general as well as
specialised tunnelling and trenching
machines (such as TBMs and their
ancillary or spare parts), and
develop and upgrade the technical
support rendered during their
operations by bringing in industrial
and academic research.
As long as the sources of
supply for new TBMs and
ancillaries are limited, Kapil points
out that the need gap is being
bridged to a large extent by
refurbishing or remanufacturing
Photo courtesy: Tata Projects
existing equipment.
Easing the access to tunnelling
and trenching equipment and
services is the need of the hour.
Tunnelling process being carried out at the Chennai Metro project. - CHARu Bahri
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Trade Talk
“Turkish contractors can collaborate with

Indian companies in Africa and Asia in
JVs, technology transfer, financing,
capacity building and market expansion.”
- Cüneyt Yavuzcan, Consul General of the Republic of Türkiye in Mumbai
Here’s a fact you may not know! services provided at international
In the list of The World's Top 250 standards, high client satisfaction,
International Contractors, published credibility in partnerships, vast
by Engineering News Record (ENR) international experience in a wide
magazine, Türkiye ranked second variety of projects, familiarity with
after China in August 2022. As business environments especially in
Cüneyt Yavuzcan, Consul General neighbouring regions, qualified
of the Republic of Türkiye in manpower and a calculated risk-
Mumbai, tells CW, this is a based approach to business.
testament to the country’s Turkish contracting companies
impressive track record in successfully operate across five
contracting and construction. A continents, offering affordable
career member of the Turkish services at high quality. They are
Diplomatic Service, Yavuzcan served open to enhancing international
as the Deputy Chief of Mission at partnerships not only in the field of
the Turkish Embassy in New Delhi contracting but also in construction
from November 2019 to December employing almost 1.5 million industry investments, ranging
2022, before arriving in Mumbai. people. With the direct and indirect from production of construction
This international relations graduate impacts on other sectors, the share materials to infrastructure, housing,
of the Middle East Technical of the construction sector in the industrial plants and tourism
University in Ankara has previously Turkish economy reaches 30 per projects in the African, Eurasian
served in various capacities in cent. What’s more, the global and Middle Eastern countries.
Turkish diplomatic, permanent or competitiveness of the Turkish Turkish contractors continue to
consular missions in Nairobi, contractors and construction increase their competitiveness with
Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Prague, materials producers is constantly extensive know-how and experience
Kabul, Plovdiv, Montreal and growing. From 1972 to 2022, gained in all kinds of challenging
Bratislava. He shares more about Turkish contractors have undertaken projects and in all forms of
Türkiye’s stellar reputation for 11.605 projects in 133 countries, business environments.
international contracting, the with a total value of $472 billion. Rich experience in diverse
reasons for its success, and the Meanwhile, Türkiye is among the markets, cost-effective service at
potential for Turkish companies to world's leading producers of international standards, ability to
work in and with India. construction materials. take initiative, willing to take risks
The country’s unique and extensive partnership experience
Please tell us more about Türkiye’s geographical location contributes are the key factors behind the
international constructing services. a great deal to the global success of Turkish contractors. In
The construction industry plays a competitiveness of its contracting addition, adaptation to social life in
crucial role in Türkiye’s economic services. Türkiye’s strength in the the countries where they operate
development, accounting for nearly field is not only due to its location with good communication skills,
5 per cent of the country’s GDP and but also due to the cost-effective providing added value to the country

and employment of local labour, and Turkish stakeholders are

have also created an advantage for involved in EPC contracts as
Turkish companies. engineers, technical consultants and
In the regional distribution of constructors. Some leading Turkish
international business volume, contracting companies have
Eurasian countries are well ahead of undertaken various railway and
others with a share of 45.9 per cent. metro projects in India, especially
Eurasia is followed by Middle East within the scope of the development
(24.7 per cent), Africa (17.7 per of the rail system infrastructure.
cent), Europe (7.9 per cent), South According to the disclosed
Asia and Far East (2.9 per cent), figures, as of 2021, 32 contracting
and North and South America projects worth $1.67 billion and
(0.9 per cent). 32 technical consultancy projects
worth $ 112.2 million were
What sectors are Turkish undertaken in India by
contractors active in? Turkish companies.
During the last 50 years, the A view of the Levent financial district
market, product and business Please share some in Istanbul.
diversification have gained noteworthy projects.
momentum in the sector and some For instance, Doğuş Group, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation's
contractors have specialised in a diversified conglomerate with Phase 3. In collaboration with an
certain project types like operations in various sectors, Indian partner, Gülermak has been
international airports, railways, including construction, automotive responsible for the construction of
metro and light rail systems. The and energy, worked in the several underground metro stations,
distribution of the international construction of the Delhi-Mumbai tunnels and associated infrastructure
activities of Turkish contractors by Industrial Corridor (DMIC). in Delhi. Additionally, it has
nature of work since 1972 is DMIC is a mega-infrastructure participated in the Lucknow Metro
housing with a share of 13.9 per project aimed at developing a Rail project, another major metro
cent, followed by roads/bridges/ high-tech industrial zone spanning rail initiative in India. It has
tunnels, commercial centres, six states in India. Doğuş Group contributed to the construction
industrial plants and others. Over was involved in the construction of of metro stations, underground
the years, the share of roads/ infrastructure and industrial facilities tunnels and related infrastructure
bridges/tunnels, power plants, within this corridor. in Lucknow.
industrial plants, airports and Within the scope of the Mumbai Turkish firm Yüksel Proje, a
railway projects has increased Metro Line 3 as the first leading engineering consultant
significantly. In fact, in the list of The underground metro line for globally, has been providing
World's Top 250 International Mumbai, Doğuş Construction of the consultancy services in India since
Contractors published by Group with its Indian partner is 2017. Over the years, it has been
Engineering News Record (ENR) carrying out the construction of a involved in assignments related to
magazine, one of the leading metro line with a total length of rail tunnels, road tunnels and metro
publications in the sector, Türkiye 5.05 km, including five stations and projects. Most of these tunnel-based
ranked second after China with a double tunnel with a length of projects are notable projects and of
42 companies in August 2022. 3.55 km. When Metro Line 3 is strategic national importance.
completed, it will connect some of Currently, the company is working
What projects can Turkish the city's most populated areas. on the preliminary designs for the
contractors realise in India? Another Turkish company tendering stage of an underground
So far, Turkish construction and Gülermak, with expertise in section of the Kolkata Metro. It is
engineering companies have been infrastructure and transportation also associated in the supervision
involved in several big construction projects, has been actively involved (project management) services for
projects in India. Many Turkish firms in the construction of metro rail two tunnels on the Mumbai side of
have structured their Indian business projects in India. One notable the eight-lane Mumbai-Nagpur
holdings as JVs with Indian firms project it has undertaken is the Samruddhi Expressway. Yuksel Proje

Trade Talk
companies in third countries?

India continues to be an
attractive market for the Turkish
construction industry, given the
rapidly growing economy and large
infrastructure investments. On the
other hand, Türkiye and India can
also cooperate in projects in third
countries. Africa and Asia come to
mind as geographies where
Türkiye and India can cooperate
in this context.
Since 1980, construction
companies from Türkiye have
emerged as a major force in the
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the inauguration of the Atal Tunnel Middle Eastern and North African
project, in which Turkish construction companies were also involved. markets. Turkish construction
companies have long had a big
has also been involved with some infrastructure projects in other footprint in North Africa and have
multilateral agency-funded projects countries and there are huge recently begun making inroads in
in India – one of them being an opportunities for them in India's new the continent's south.
ADB-funded road project. infrastructure and logistics projects. Turkish contractors have also
The Turkish construction industry expressed readiness to play a
has also been involved in the Atal What can renowned Turkish role in the rebuilding of Ukraine,
Tunnel project in India, which was construction companies a country that is already an
completed in 2021. Tech firm do together with Indian important market.
Savronik was responsible for the
electromechanical work in the
construction of the 9-km-long Renowned Turkish contractors can
Manali-Leh tunnel. The
electromechanical systems, software collaborate with Indian companies in Africa
and completion of the technological
infrastructure of the tunnel were
and Asia in various ways, such as:
carried out by the company. • JVs: Turkish and Indian companies can form JVs to undertake
Indeed, Turkish companies have construction projects. This will allow them to combine their expertise,
showcased their expertise in resources and networks to bid for and execute large-scale projects.
construction and infrastructure • Technology transfer: Turkish companies can share their knowledge
development through their and expertise with Indian companies in areas such as project
involvement in projects in India. management, engineering and construction techniques. This will
Their contributions have helped enable Indian companies to improve their capabilities and
enhance transportation competitiveness in the global market.
infrastructure and promote • Financing: Turkish and Indian companies can collaborate to secure
economic growth in the country. financing for construction projects. This will enable them to
The construction sector in undertake large-scale projects that require significant investment.
Türkiye is expected to grow, • Capacity building: Turkish and Indian companies can collaborate to
with the main contributors being build the capacity of local contractors and workers. This will enable
ongoing road and railway them to transfer skills and knowledge to local communities and
infrastructure projects, residential contribute to the development of local economies.
housing, office and warehouse • Market expansion: Collaboration between Turkish and Indian
construction. Turkish construction companies will enable them to expand their market reach and
companies have successfully increase their competitiveness in the global market.
undertaken many construction and
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Feature-Gensets
Gen(set)Next!
Photo courtesy: Sobha

CW identifies today’s in-demand genset features and tomorrow’s potential must-haves.
Estimated at `77.22 billion in Gensets for construction sites unlimited surges effectively.
2022, the Indian diesel generator “When purchasing gensets for Additionally, assessing repair and
market is expected to touch construction sites, we consider the maintenance costs helps in efficient
`151.58 billion by 2030, expanding capacity at various levels to budget planning. The availability of
at a CAGR of 8.8 per cent, accommodate the site’s fluctuating spares and a reliable service centre
according to P&S Intelligence. power needs,” says Raman Sapru, network are also key factors.”
Within this market, the commercial Director, Design and Engineering, “For gensets deployed on
segment is expected to achieve a K Raheja Corp. “We also take into construction sites, we look for
CAGR of 10 per cent, on the back account fuel economy and cost fuel-efficiency, portability and
of construction activity and the along with silent enclosures to durability, and we also evaluate the
growing need for reliable power minimise noise pollution and look power output and noise levels,” says
supply. That said, residential for mobility provisions such as PV Shesha Reddy, Director, Admin,
buildings account for the largest wheels or trailer attachments for Mana Projects.
share of the market by revenue. easy transportation. The genset “As DG sets on construction sites
CW spoke to a few real-estate should comply with Chief Fire run continuously, we look for
developers to identify their preferred Officer guidelines, including the heavy-duty prime continuous-rated
technologies for construction sites as provision of a maximum day tank models,” says Sudhir Himatsingka,
well as finished buildings, and capacity. Engine performance AVP, Contracts & Procurements,
further value additions they would ensures the genset can handle peak Ambuja Neotia. “We also evaluate
like to see. loads, non-peak loads and the starting load acceptance of the

Feature-Gensets
Electrical and HVAC, Sobha Ltd. "The genset

QUICK BYTES “As construction happens both should comply
through the day and night, the with Chief
genset must meet the need for
• India's use of diesel lighting. And as construction is a
Fire Officer
gensets has expanded guidelines,
long-drawn process, we look for
including the
due to the country's fuel-efficiency, dependability and
excellent services to ensure the provision of a
growing energy demand maximum day tank capacity."
turnaround time is minimal.
and inconsistent
Construction sites are usually in - Raman Sapru, Director, Design and
power supply. the midst of cities, so the gensets Engineering, K Raheja Corp
should emit less noise and
• India's diesel industry emissions, in addition to being able
will grow with a to take the surge load.” "We look for
CAGR of 8.20 per cent Portability is another fuel-efficiency,
desirable feature as a single portability
from 2022 to 2030.
genset may not be able to power an and
entire construction site, which is durability,
• Indian diesel genset
typically spread over several and evaluate
market is expected to thousand million sq ft, he adds. the power
reach `228.14 billion “Therefore, we use portable gensets
output and noise levels."
by 2030 as compared of different wattages across the
construction site. Inbuilt automatic - PV Shesha Reddy, Director,
to `121.46 billion Admin, Mana Projects
mains failure is another must-have
in 2022. feature, to automatically power on
the machine when the power fails
engine and prefer engines and save time.” "As DG sets on
that can sustain the continuous construction
supply of power needed when Gensets for buildings sites run
heavy-duty motors of various Some desirable inbuilt features continuously,
construction equipment are started. for gensets provided in completed we look for
The engine should also be projects are easy and seamless heavy-duty
capable of withstanding fluctuating synchronisation, the ability to prime
load and block load, and offer an digitally monitor and control the continuous-rated models."
efficient governor response time genset from anywhere and
during the operation of various compactness in size, says Devaraja. - Sudhir Himatsingka,
AVP, Contracts & Procurements,
construction equipment. We prefer “For real-estate buildings, we
Ambuja Neotia
engines that deliver better fuel- prioritise size, capacity, the
efficiency at variable loads, availability of an automatic transfer
especially when the load is low, cost switch, the type of fuel that the operated only when the grid power
less to maintain, and comply with machine uses, noise levels and fails and hence, for those, we look
the latest Central Pollution Control maintenance requirements,” for engines that are either standby
Board (CPCB) norms.” says Reddy. “Our selection process or prime-rated,” adds Himatsingka.
“We first make sure the genset is entirely based on the quality of “Better fuel-efficiency at variable
conforms to the norms set by the the product and its adherence to loads, especially at low loads, is
CPCB and then, on construction various codes and standards, another must-have feature. We look
sites, we look for a wide range of including those set by the Bureau for compact sets that offer a
ratings to cater to diverse equipment of Indian Standards, as well constant output voltage/frequency,
such as hand drills, chain saws, as environmental and with digital automatic voltage
battery chargers, electrical welders, eco-friendly considerations.” regulators in the alternator for a
etc,” says Devaraja TH, Executive “DG sets installed for backup better and faster response when
Vice President and HOD, M&E, power supply in real estate are needed and automatic start during

Feature-Gensets
power failure. Modbus connectivity "We look for for easy assembly onsite, are
helps ensure that the set can be fuel-efficiency, often favoured. Although cost is a
properly monitored/controlled from dependability factor, compact size and on-site
a remote/centralised location when and excellent assembly capability are considered
it is integrated with the BMS. We services to more important.”
also want engines that cost less to ensure the “For real-estate buildings, we
maintain and comply with the latest prioritise features to ensure
turnaround
CPCB norms.” customer satisfaction,” says Sapru.
time is minimal."
“While brands like Kirloskar and “We provide solutions with the
Cummins are known for their - Devaraja TH, Executive Vice capacity to carry heavy loads for
reliability and efficiency in terms of President and HOD, M&E, Electrical long durations, to ensure that the
voltage, power factors and overall and HVAC, Sobha Ltd. power requirements of various
performance, the most crucial factor appliances and equipment are
is the size of the genset,” says handled without any hurdles.
"We prioritise
Abhishek M Garodia, Managing Additionally, we prioritise solutions
Director, Garodia Group. “Given technologies that can quickly take up the full
the limited space available in most that enhance load, allowing for seamless and
projects, compact generators are sustainability, efficient power supply as soon as
highly preferred. The ability to reliability and it’s required. We also consider fuel
provision the same output in a operational economy and the cost of the unit. To
smaller footprint is essential. flexibility for ensure continuous backup with
Additionally, smaller gensets are our real-estate projects." maximum power at a variable load
easier to transport to the installation for longer duration, we use prime-
- Abhishek M Garodia, Managing
site. Suppliers who offer gensets in Director, Garodia Group rated gensets. We create silent
a knockdown condition, allowing enclosures for the least disturbance;
pay attention to repair and
maintenance costs; check on the
availability of spares and a robust
service centre network. Our aim is
to provide user-friendly solutions
that enable convenient power
connectivity and operation,
simplifying the overall experience
for our customers.”
New technologies
Several new genset technologies
developed in recent years offer
advantages over traditional gensets,
says Reddy. “These include hybrid
power systems, variable speed
gensets, remote monitoring and
control, power management
systems and low-emission engines.
Photo courtesy: Ambuja Neotia
As a future-forward brand, we have

incorporated these new technologies
and look forward to new features
that offer better efficiency, less
emissions and improved reliability.”
“We find advanced fuel-efficiency
The availability of spares and a reliable service centre network plays a key
and emissions reduction systems to
role in gensets for construcrion sites.
be highly valuable,” adds Garodia.

Feature-Gensets
“Features like smart load

management, remote monitoring,
seamless integration with renewable
energy sources and automatic
load management are essential
for efficient operations. Ultimately,
we prioritise technologies that
enhance sustainability, reliability
and operational flexibility for
our projects.”
“We’re using CPCB-II standard
DG sets with engines governed
mechanically or electronically
(based on the rating/capacity of the
set) for better protection and fuel
efficiency,” shares Himatsingka.
“Several advancements are
showing promise in enhancing
performance, efficiency, reliability
and sustainability,” says Sapru. “For
instance, IoT-driven fuel systems can
optimise fuel consumption through
real-time monitoring, reducing
Photo courtesy: Mana Projects

wastage. AI-powered engines can
analyse data to predict and prevent
breakdowns, which leads to
minimising downtime. Gensets with
combined engine cooling systems
can ensure optimal performances in
adverse weather conditions. The DG sets installed for backup power supply in real estate are operated only
least Cost of Energy and Net Present when the grid power fails.
Cost models optimise cost-
effectiveness. Engines with reduced “We would like to see lower particular genset; for instance, the
carbon emissions contribute to the rating/capacity DG sets driven by consumption per kilo watt or the
sustainability of our environment.” bio diesel or natural gas without power generated per litre. Whether
compromising the emission one uses diesel, petrol or gas, it is
User’s wishlist standard and the operating cost,” important that these fuels give
“When the CPCB-IV standard is he adds. “Higher rating/capacity optimum mileage for efficient
implemented in the near future, we sets powered by hydrogen gas to performance, and we can apply it
expect both the upfront and reduce emissions and optimise the across all our projects in India.”
operational cost of DG sets to operating cost have been designed/ “We look forward to new
considerably increase,” says introduced by a few OEMs (Force innovations in hydrogen fuel
Himatsingka. “The engine design MTU) but commercial production is combustion systems, which
will be revised to a fully electronic- still a couple of years away.” will offer a cleaner energy
governed CRDI high-pressure fuel “Given the increasing demand solution and reduce carbon
system, which is less fuel-efficient for gensets across sites, attempts emissions,” says Sapru.
than the present standard and, so, must be made to improvise on the Hopefully, technology
the quality of the fuel will become use of fuel used to power a genset, enhancements will drive the next
the most important factor driving especially to use less polluting fuels wave of expansion in the
performance. CPCB-IV standard with no loss of efficiency,” adds genset market.
DG sets will also have a urea Devaraja. “The efficiency here
- CHARu Bahri
distillation system.” depends on the mileage of the

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SPECIAL PROJECT
A Mountainous Achievement
The Siyom Bridge in Arunachal Pradesh enhances speed of troop deployment and
transportation of heavy equipment and mechanised vehicles to forward areas along the LAC.
Construction of bridges in the

Northeast has always been a great
challenge for construction agencies
owing to the terrain and weather
vagaries. With over 900 bridges
constructed by the Border Roads
Organisation (BRO) along the
border areas in Northeastern states
in the past six decades, the
organisation and its men have
gained significant experience in
building bridges in these
challenging high-altitude areas of
the great Himalayas.
Recently, in 2022, one such
signature bridge was constructed
in Arunachal Pradesh, which was
inaugurated on January 3, 2023 by
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
Majestic location
Pangin, situated approximately
60 km from Pasighat, is a small
town and the district headquarters
of Siang district in Arunachal
Pradesh. It holds a significant
position as it stands at the
confluence of the Siyom River
and Siang River, which is a part of
the mighty Brahmaputra River
system. This charming settlement
is also the ancestral home of the
Adi tribe. Spanning approximately 170 km, suspension bridge of load
Its journey begins near the the Siyom River traverses diverse class18R, which was temporarily
Tibetan border and initially flows terrains and landscapes. erected at the site after the
southward before meandering accidental collapse of the existing
through the picturesque landscapes Dazzling crossover bridge caused by an overloaded
of the west Siang district. Among Anyone travelling on the vehicle attempting to cross.
its numerous tributaries, the Saje Along-Yingkiong road has to cross The existing bridge was unfit
River holds prominence. Continuing Siyom River. Therefore, it is for the movement of heavily
its course, it passes through the important to have a suitable loaded vehicles carrying
district capital Aalo and eventually crossing place on the river to reach construction material, heavy
merges with the Brahmaputra River, the areas ahead of Pangin. In 2021, machines, artillery guns and other
50 km upstream from Pasighat. BRO constructed a 300 ft Bailey operational equipment of security

SPECIAL PROJECT
The construction of such a complex bridge structure in a remote area under adverse weather and difficult site
conditions has brought out many lessons for the Karmayogis of BRO.
forces. Thus, the local perennially heavy rainfall, which on the downstream. This bridge
administration and local army persists from April to October; the was a lifeline for the people
formations proposed the annual rainfall in the region is and troops to the areas ahead
construction of a robust and a about 3,200 mm. To overcome of the bridge. Therefore,
permanent bridge that could allow the challenges posed by incessant construction had to be speeded up
the passage of vehicles carrying rains, construction work was to keep the communication on this
heavier loads. Therefore, BRO executed using tarpaulin sheets strategic road open.
commenced the construction of this and huts of CGI sheets.
arch bridge over Siyom River, which Stage forwarding of logistics A success story
was completed in December 2022 was another challenge because It has been a great success story
and opened for traffic on the existing bridge did not allow and the study of its features by
January 3, 2023. the movement of heavy loaded interested engineers will provide
vehicles. The approach roads them great insight into bridge
Design components leading to the bridge site passed construction and design.
This is the first steel arch bridge through landslide-prone areas, The completion of bridges
built by BRO on the Siyom with a which further led to poor traffic accrues many advantages to locals,
load classification of 70R. It has a conditions. Formation cutting and tourists and armed forces alike. The
total length of 100 m and consists road-widening works, which were forward areas in upper Siang
of steel superstructure (deck type) necessary, only worsened the Valley ahead of Siyom River are
on open foundation and 200 mm conditions owing to the soft soil. known for their scenic beauty and
deck slab along with 75-mm The new bridge site was boast rich flora and fauna. These
wearing coat. very close to the existing places remained unexplored by
The deck level has a total width old Bailey suspension bridge tourists and travellers in the
of 8.9 m with a 7.8 m wide absence of good connectivity.
carriageway. The deck level has With the completion of required
been provided with crash barriers FACT FILE infrastructure, these virgin areas
for protection and drainage spout are explored by the adventure
Project: Siyom Bridge
for faster drainage of water. The seekers. In addition, the higher
Location: Arunachal Pradesh
abutment has been supported on load classification of this bridge
open foundation and steel arch Year of completion: January 2023 facilitates the speedy induction of
has been supported on an Superstructure length: 100 m men, material, equipment and
anchor foundation. Developer: Border Roads vehicles including heavy
Organisation (BRO) equipment, thereby assisting in the
Weathering different storms Contractor: Project Brahmank, BRO rapid buildup of forces in case of
The bridge construction was Material used: Steel any escalation along India’s
executed at a location with northern borders.

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Startup Innovation
Empowering Operators,
Transforming Projects
Maximising project performance in the mining and construction sectors, Cognecto has
emerged as a gamechanger with its AI-enabled IoT devices and 360° platform.
The mining sector has
experienced a significant
transformation through the
adoption of technology, which has
revolutionised operations and
increased efficiency across the
industry. Advanced technologies
such as artificial intelligence (AI),
machine learning and automation
have enabled mining companies to
improve safety, optimise resource
extraction and enhance overall
productivity. These technologies
have allowed for the utilisation of
remote-controlled machinery,
autonomous vehicles and real-time
data analytics, resulting in reduced
human involvement in hazardous
environments and improved
decision-making processes.
Enter Cognecto, a company
that has leveraged AI-enabled
Internet of Things (IoT) devices to
transform the sector, has had a investing firm IPV. With its suite of disconnect between operators and
funding of `40 million through the cutting-edge products and features, equipment, the company ultimately
it has been addressing industry aims to revolutionise the
challenges and revolutionising construction industry with a 360°
asset-centric data management. construction platform.
Divyani Singh, Chief Product The founding team at Cognecto
Officer, shares more about brings together professionals from
Cognecto’s journey, its products diverse backgrounds, including
and use cases, and a glimpse into those who have worked at
the company’s future plans. renowned companies like Coal
India. Their extensive expertise in
How it started mining and construction provided
Cognecto was inspired by them with a unique perspective on
a team with a cumulative the industry’s pain points. Singh
experience of over 60 years in the shares that during their time in
Divyani Singh mining and construction industries. these fields, they noticed a
Chief Product Officer, Cognecto
With a vision to bridge the significant gap between equipment

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operators and the machinery they

worked with. Operators, often
overlooked in the ecosystem, were
not fully connected to the tools and
technology at their disposal. “The
idea came from there, wherein we
could connect them and complete
the entire ecosystem to create a
360° construction platform,” she
says. This pivotal realisation led the
team to explore ways to empower
operators by establishing a
seamless connection between them
and the equipment they operated.
Cognecto embarked on an
intensive R&D journey, testing With a suite of cutting-edge products and features, Cognecto addresses
various devices and IoT industry challenges and revolutionises asset-centric data management.
technologies. The road to success
was not without its obstacles as the The remote locations of mining introduce a more efficient and
team faced numerous failures along areas, coupled with underdeveloped streamlined approach.” While
the way. However, they persevered. infrastructure, presented logistical explaining the benefits and
The breakthrough came during challenges for the company’s value of their solution to
the challenging times of the service engineers. Singh highlights potential clients took time, it
COVID-19 pandemic. It was during this issue, saying, “Our service was not an insurmountable
this period that one of their devices engineers who are on the ground challenge for the team.
successfully passed the rigorous go to the mining areas where
testing phase. there’s no network, roads are not The power of AI
built, and somehow they have to Cognecto has introduced a range
Overcoming the challenges reach there.” Overcoming these of AI-enabled IoT devices that are
One of the primary challenges hurdles required meticulous transforming the way operators and
that Cognecto encountered was the planning and resourcefulness, businesses manage their assets.
timing of its inception. Singh reflects ensuring the engineers’ safety while Singh shares insights into
on the initial phase, stating, “First, it enabling them to install the devices Cognecto’s product offerings,
was during the COVID time, so amidst a potentially hazardous stating, “We have a suite of devices,
getting people was a challenge.” construction site. “This industry is including load sensors, GPS sensors
The pandemic presented unique very raw, so you have to be very and tyre-pressure monitoring
obstacles, making it difficult to careful; the foremost thing is safety.” sensors, which are complemented
assemble a skilled team. Prioritising safety during installations by our web application platform.”
Another significant challenge the and device setups is a constant One of the key strengths of
startup faced was the rigorous challenge the company addresses Cognecto’s platform is the ability to
testing of its hardware solutions. with diligence. convert asset-centric metrics into
Being deeply rooted in the mining When it comes to the adoption business-centric metrics. “We
and construction sector, where of Cognecto’s platform, the convert the data we collect from
harsh conditions prevail, the devices challenges were different in nature. sensors into business data, such as
had to undergo extensive testing to “We didn’t really have adoption production metrics, mining volume,
ensure reliability and durability. As challenges because the main vehicle performance, fuel pilferage
she acknowledges, “Testing the problem we were trying to solve and maintenance,” she elaborates.
hardware, which is an ongoing was excellence and recordkeeping,” This transformation of raw data into
process, is a challenge.” explains Singh. “The industry’s actionable insights empowers
The nature of the mining and reliance on traditional paper-based businesses to make informed
construction industry itself posed recordkeeping systems presented decisions, optimise productivity and
additional obstacles for Cognecto. an opportunity for the company to improve operational efficiency.

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process, we take great care to

protect the devices, ensuring they
are well-packaged and shielded
against rough roads and harsh
weather conditions.”
To ensure seamless device
performance and address potential
issues, Cognecto relies on an alert
mechanism and comprehensive
dashboard. Singh describes its
proactive approach, saying,
“We continuously receive data from
the devices and if any disruptions or
reporting discrepancies occur, our
alert system immediately notifies us.
The devices have GPS and GPRS connectivity through satellites and ensure We promptly investigate and
real-time data availability and seamless communication. dispatch our onsite service
engineers to resolve any problems.
Cognecto’s commitment to Cognecto’s products. “Our devices When intervention is necessary,
providing user-friendly solutions is have GPS and GPRS connectivity our service engineers visit the
evident in its approach to product through satellites,” explains Singh. site, identify issues and restore
development. Singh acknowledges “Data is captured and pushed to the optimal functionality.”
the importance of simplicity, stating, Cloud when the device is in network
“Our thought process was that we coverage or even for a brief What’s next
can’t impose our technology on moment.” This ensures real-time As Cognecto looks ahead,
them. It should be a one-pager, data availability and seamless Singh elaborates on its expansion
simple and cater to their own communication between the devices strategy, saying, “While we plan to
requirements.” By listening to and the central platform. explore the logistics market in the
customers’ needs and concerns, the Additionally, Cognecto’s devices future, our core markets will
firm ensures that its products align feature dual SIM profiles, enabling continue to be mining, construction
with the capabilities and preferences them to switch networks automatically and planning. We strive to provide
of the end-users. This user-centric for uninterrupted connectivity, even tailored solutions and drive
approach has been instrumental in in remote mining areas. innovation within these industries.”
fostering adoption and driving “We aim to expand our
customer satisfaction. Operations and maintenance operations across Europe and
The proprietary AI engine Cognecto distinguishes itself the UAE market,” she shares.
developed by Cognecto plays a by prioritising exceptional service “Additionally, we intend to
pivotal role in its product offerings. and ongoing support for its penetrate the eastern regions of
Singh highlights its capabilities, IoT devices. “At Cognecto, we India. Given our successful projects
stating, “Our AI engine converts believe true value lies in our with the Central Government, we
sensor data into business analytics dedication to service,” asserts Singh. see potential in tapping into the
data, enabling the tracking of key “We don’t just stop at device defence sector.”
performance indicators (KPIs) such deployment; we go above and Addressing concerns about the
as mining reclaims, vehicle trips, beyond by monitoring performance, construction and mining sectors’
tyre pressure management and load transforming asset-centric data limited technology adoption, Singh
weighing.” These KPIs address into actionable insights, and acknowledges the industry’s
critical pain points in the industry, consistently adding value to our traditional practices. “The efforts
such as tyre lifespan and vehicle clients’ operations.” Highlighting the taken by the Government have led
queue management, resulting in significance of reliable operations to increased technology adoption in
cost reductions and increased and maintenance, especially in sectors like construction, mining and
operational efficiency for their clients. challenging environments, she even smart cities,” she concludes
Connectivity is a crucial aspect of explains, “During the installation with optimism.
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“Our current order book is

over `100 billion.”
- Sandeep Garg, Managing Director, Welspun Enterprises Ltd.
Sandeep Garg, Managing commenced resource mobilisation

Director, Welspun Enterprises Ltd, for construction at project site. Once
in a candid interaction with Pratap completed, this will be India’s first
Padode, Editor-in-Chief, CW, and world’s second multi-tier Waste
shares the importance of the Actis Water Treatment Facility, with
deal on his company’s roaring state-of-the art technology and
results, as he sits on an order book low footprint.
worth more than `100 billion, with We have also made significant
an expected topline of `36 billion in progress in the rural water supply
FY24. Excerpts from the interview: project in Uttar Pradesh for the
Government of India’s Jal Jeevan
Welspun Enterprises has achieved Mission, where we are developing
a good set of numbers in FY23. end-to-end infrastructure for supply
Can you highlight the significant of water to over 2,500 villages in
achievements? Also, what has the state. During the year, we have
been the impact of the Actis deal also deployed leading-edge digital
closure on your portfolio? initiatives to further strengthen
I believe that this is just the project management, ensure faster
beginning of our growth journey Certificate (PCOD-II) for Mukarba execution and reduce costing.
and we expect to see healthy growth Chowk-Panipat Road Project The Actis deal closure at an
in future as well. Some of our (MCPRP), where we have completed enterprise value of `60 billion was
significant achievements during the 97 per cent of total project length. an important facet for us to remain
year include receiving Completion We have also secured an true to our asset light model. It
Certificates for three of our projects additional contract of `16+ billion, allowed us to capture the entire
– Amravati-Akola (AM2), as part of Varanasi-Aurangabad value chain of successfully winning,
Chutmalpur-Ganeshpur (CGRG) Road Project (VARP). In the Dharavi constructing, stabilising and
and Chikhali-Tarsod Highway Road Wastewater Treatment project, we monetising road assets. Until we
Project (CTHPL), in addition to have completed design, engineering had the Actis deal, we demonstrated
securing Provisional Completion and planning works and have our ability to acquire the business
Ongoing projects list of WEL

Project Name Type Contract Type Authority/ Client Status
Aunta-Simaria Road HAM NHAI Under execution
Sattanathapuram-Nagapattinam Road HAM NHAI Under execution
Varanasi Aurangabad NH2 Project Road EPC SIVAPTL Under execution
Mukarba Chowk-Panipat Road BOT (Toll) NHAI PCOD-II achieved w.e.f. 28 March
2023 (~97 per cent of project length)
UP State Water and Sanitation Mission Water EPC SWSM Under execution
Dharavi Wastewater Treatment Facility Water DBO BMC Under execution
Dewas Water Water BOT MPSIDC Operational

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and deliver it to the satisfaction

of the client.
Hence, the deal was important
for us from the point of churning the
capital further as it proves our
complete end-to-end model. Rather
than monetising individual projects,
we created a platform so that we
could engage with companies of
substance. Our business and
cultural synergies were very similar
to Actis, which significantly
contributed towards the success The Dewas water supply project in A glimpse of the Delhi-Meerut
of the deal. Madhya Pradesh is on BOT basis. expressway.
Based on our thought process of
being prudent, we were more witnessed before. This is leading to In terms of skill deficit at senior to
focused on creating value during a significant shortage of skilled mid-level project management,
the monetisation phase rather than manpower. The talent pool for the where would we get the pool of
the construction phase. However, we infrastructure sector is limited hence, skilled people?
now know the value at which assets the scarcity of talent will be Skill is a difficult aspect to
can be sold, which will allow the observed in the foreseeable future. develop and takes a long time. I
board to book the right levels of Further, given the long term believe that the impetus on
profit in the constructing phase as nature of contracts that are being infrastructure will continue for a
well as exit phase, as required. We undertaken, I believe that there substantial period, allowing us
still have `30 billion portfolio in should be provisions which will significant time to deploy our full
our hand. allow the Government to take efforts to develop manpower, right
proactive decisions when the from workers to engineers, and
What plans have you outlined for desired actions do not take place. In bridge the gap. Moreover, we must
the current fiscal to go past the such situations, there must be also impart skills that are required
previous fiscal numbers? flexibility which allows the relevant to adapt to new technologies, apart
For FY24, our internal target on authorities to modify the existing from conventional skills, which will
an annualised basis is to reach an model to deal with difficult situation enable companies and industries to
average of `3 billion turnover per in light with the ever-changing move with the times.
month, which leads to a ballpark external scenarios.
figure of Rs 36 billion in the fiscal. Moreover, while there are Are you looking to go
However, the quarter-on-quarter significant steps being taken for international?
basis would not be the same, as Q1 long term funding of infrastructure I genuinely believe that there is
and Q2 would be expectedly slow projects, a lot more effort is substantial work coming up in India.
owing to the unprecedented climatic required so that infrastructure To my mind, the time is now for
conditions. By and large, given our development can take place at a India and I want to bring in the best
current order book of over Rs 100 faster pace. things to India rather than take from
billion and diversified offering Finally, in BOT (toll) projects, India. The right approach to
comprising HAM, BOT and EPC there is a significant risk about business is to create better
projects, we are reasonably cost escalations, especially due to standards in India, and try and
confident to achieve this mark. commodity prices, which are create the differentiation within the
currently not considered, as country so that we have the
As an enterprise, what are the compared to HAM and EPC infrastructure that will enable our
major challenges you face in the projects. A model change on future generations to live happily.
roads sector? this front will help more developers Having said that, we are well-
We need to acknowledge the fact to bid efficiently and at the equipped to expand the business
that the amount of work happening same time, ensure there is a internationally, should we come
in India right now has never been healthy participation. across suitable opportunities.
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Modern & Modular

The Indian modular kitchen prioritises functionality, aesthetics, and customisation,
transforming the space into a multifunctional hub.
The modular kitchen market in compound annual growth rate kitchen as a standalone unit but
India is experiencing remarkable (CAGR) of 24.36 per cent. In recent rather as a multifunctional space for
growth. According to recent reports, years, the Indian kitchen market has socialising, relaxation, and creativity.
the market is projected to expand emphasised modern designs and So, what would make for a perfect
from US$ 3.67 billion in 2023 to comfort. It is important to note that design process when creating
US$ 10.91 billion by 2028, with a customers no longer perceive the modular kitchens?

Also, efficient planning is essential

to maximise the available space.
This involves careful analysis of the
kitchen’s dimensions, layout, and
structural constraints.” He points out
to creating a mood board as a
helpful tool in the design process.
“This allows you to visualise the
desired look and feel of the space
by collecting images, colour
swatches, material samples, and
inspirational references.
Courtesy: Open Atelier | Project: Up in the Air | Photo courtesy: Prashant Bhat
Furthermore, it is crucial to consider
the home’s overall theme when
designing a modular kitchen. The
kitchen should complement the
surrounding spaces’ style, colour
palette, and ambience for a
cohesive and harmonious design.
On her part, Meghana
Nimmagadda, Founder & CEO,
Designtales, says, “When crafting
modular kitchens, one must
carefully deliberate on space
optimisation, ergonomics, lighting,
ventilation, material selection, and
maintenance. Meticulous attention
must also be paid to electrical and
plumbing arrangements.”
QUICK BYTES Functionality, efficiency,
and aesthetic appeal are what
• Modular kitchen market: Ritu Goregaoker, Design Director,
GA Design, keeps in mind.
To expand from $3.67 “Planning the space, keeping in
billion in 2023 to $10.91 mind the work triangle, and
billion by 2028 with a optimising storage with smart
CAGR of 24.36%. solutions like pull-out racks, corner
units, and vertical dividers,” she
Approaching the design process adds, saying that lighting plays a
The core part of designing • The
kitchens are easier vital role in creating a functional
modular kitchens lies in planning. to install and require and inviting kitchen – task lighting
Highlighting the factors that less on-site work, saving under cabinets and above work
should be considered while areas for focused lighting during
designing a modular kitchen, time and labour costs. food preparation are important.
Rahul Mistri, Founder & Principal Also important is proper cross-
Designer, Open Atelier Mumbai, •N
eed to deliberate on ventilation with windows or vents to
points out to functionality as vital. space optimisation, promote fresh air circulation.
He adds, “A well-designed layout To ensure optimal functionality
should maximise efficiency by ergonomics, lighting, and user experience, Sukriti
strategically placing appliances, ventilation, material Sharrma, Partner, Plüsch, mentions
work surfaces, and storage units. selection, and that it is crucial to thoroughly
This ensures easy access and maintenance. understand the client’s specific
smooth movement within the space. requirements for their kitchen

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space. “This involves identifying the “It is crucial components, enabling flexibility and
desired appliances to incorporate to consider making it easier to add or remove
and consider the individual needs of the home’s elements as needed.”
the entire family, including their overall theme Nimmagadda adds, “Their
storage and design preferences.” when intelligently designed modules
Her approach involves analysing designing a maximise storage space and ensure
how our clients currently utilise their modular efficient organisation. Moreover, the
existing kitchens to enhance their seamless integration of sleek
kitchen.”
experience in a new home.” finishes, elegant materials, and
Listing factors to ensure optimal - Rahul Mistri, Founder & Principal customisable elements creates a
functionality and user experience, Designer, Open Atelier Mumbai visually appealing and harmonious
Anjali Shah, Kitchen Stylist, culinary space.”
Furniture & Industrial Designer & Agreeing that modular kitchens
“Lighting
Founder, The Kitchen Artisan, offer a perfect blend of functionality
plays a vital
mentions: “Number of members in and aesthetics, Mistri says, “On the
the family; who uses the kitchen; is
role in functional side, they provide precise
the kitchen mostly dependent on creating a and customised options, efficient
housekeepers, or is the owner the functional workflow, ample storage solutions,
end user; the height of the cabinets and inviting and easy maintenance, ensuring a
to ensure everyone can reach them; kitchen.” practical and organised kitchen
and zone-wise division of sinks, - Ritu Goregaoker, Design Director, space. In terms of aesthetics,
and cabinets.” GA Design modular kitchens offer design
flexibility, a sleek and contemporary
Functionality and aesthetics appearance that matches the
Modular kitchens offer a variety cooktop, and refrigerator. This home’s overall theme, and the
of designs and finishes, allowing arrangement minimises unnecessary ability to upgrade or change
homeowners to get a kitchen suited movements and enhances efficiency components easily.” This
to their taste and preferences. They while working in the kitchen. combination of functionality and
are typically designed based on the Goregaoker says, “They also aesthetics makes modular kitchens
work triangle principle, ensuring a allow for easy upgrades and highly desirable as they enhance
smooth workflow between the sink, replacements of individual both the kitchen’s usability and
visual appeal, catering to
homeowners’ unique preferences
and needs.
Modular kitchens are easier to
install and require less on-site work,
saving time and labour costs.
However, given the unique character
of every new kitchen, it can be
challenging to articulate its essence.
Sharrma shares, "Our approach
strives to achieve a balance
between aesthetics and practicality
Photo courtesy: Furnish Your Dream
by employing various strategies. For

instance, we prioritise both
functionality and visual appeal by
concealing chimneys so that the
appliances blend seamlessly into
the overall design. Even when
incorporating freestanding
By following manufacturer guidelines, regular cleaning, and addressing elements, we use creative
repairs promptly, the lifespan of a modular kitchen can be extended, techniques to enhance their visual
keeping it in good condition over time.
appeal, resulting in a functional yet

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aesthetically pleasing kitchen “Modular maintained, and updated while

space.” When it comes to finishes, kitchens enhancing the value and appeal
Plüsch offers a wide range of significantly of homes.
options that combine practicality enhance the
with visual aesthetics, allowing for value The lifespan
beautiful kitchen spaces without The lifespan of modular
proposition
compromising functionality. kitchens can vary depending on
of a property,
On her part, Shah says, “Zones factors such as the quality of
in kitchens are split in a way that
attracting potential buyers materials used, maintenance, and
they are both aesthetically or tenants.” usage patterns.
pleasing and functional.” - Ashok Singh Jaunapuria, “High-quality materials like
Depending on the zones, different Managing Director & CEO, solid wood, stainless steel, or
factors are given importance. For SS Group India engineered stone countertops tend
example, when installing a fridge to be more durable than lower-
and hob, practicality is crucial. Dry grade materials,” says Goregaoker.
“Zones in
areas such as pantry storage or She adds, “The construction of
countertops for keeping cutlery
kitchens modular kitchens, the material
can prioritise aesthetics. To are split in a used for the carcass, durable
improve the overall aesthetics of way that they finishes, and appropriate
the kitchen, several colour palettes are both hardware, also contributes to
are utilised instead of monotonous aesthetically their durability.”
wooden laminates and pastels, pleasing and Generally, a well-constructed
offering solid colours. functional.” modular kitchen with durable
All-in-all, modular kitchens - Anjali Shah, Kitchen Stylist,
materials can last anywhere from
provide functional and Furniture & Industrial Designer & 10 to 20 years or more, says
aesthetically pleasing spaces that Founder, The Kitchen Artisan Nimmagadda. “Regular upkeep,
can be customised, easily proper cleaning, and addressing
any repairs or replacements in a
timely manner can help prolong
Meeting User Needs and Preferences its lifespan.”
Want to create a well-designed and functional modular kitchen that On his part, Mistri shares that a
meets the needs and preferences of the users? Kushagra Awasthi, well-built modular kitchen can last
Founder, Furnish Your Dream, offers a step-by-step approach with 5 to 10 years with proper care and
key considerations: maintenance. “However, with good
detailing, planning, and
• Space analysis: Understand the dimensions and limitations of the maintenance practices suited to
kitchen area. Indian households, one can extend
• Functionality and workflow: Design based on the work triangle the lifespan of modular kitchens.”
principle for efficient movement. Agreeing that modular kitchen
• Ergonomics: Ensure comfortable use with proper countertop height can last for approximately 10
and easy access. years or more, Kushagra Awasthi,
• Storage optimisation: Design cabinets, drawers, and shelves for Founder of Furnish Your Dream,
efficient storage. highlights their durability and
• Material selection: Choose durable and easy-to-clean materials. maintenance. “Modular kitchens
• Appliance integration: Consider sizes, power requirements, and are built with high-quality
placement. materials like solid wood,
• Lighting and ventilation: Incorporate ample lighting and proper laminates, and durable hardware,
ventilation. ensuring their longevity. They are
• Electrical and plumbing considerations: Plan outlets, switches, also easy to maintain, as the
and connections. materials are resistant to stains,
• Safety measures: Include grounding, circuit protection, and spacing. heat, and moisture. By following
• Aesthetics and style: Choose a design theme and coordinate finishes. manufacturer guidelines, regular
cleaning, and addressing repairs

promptly, the lifespan of a modular

kitchen can be extended, keeping it
in good condition over time.”
Cost-saving strategies
The costs of incorporating
modular kitchens into building
projects compared to traditional
semi-modular kitchens can vary.
Sharrma from Plüsch, mentions
that the cost of a kitchen can range
from `10 lakh to `50 lakh or more,
depending on factors such as
internal cabinetry design intricacy,
the extent of cabinetry required, and
Photo courtesy: GA Design

the choice of front finish. Shah of
The Kitchen Artisan explains that the
price range for modular kitchens
varies from `6-6.5 lakh to `25 lakh,
considering factors like brand and
materials used. Modular kitchens offer a wide range of options for cabinet styles, finishes,
“While modular kitchens materials, and accessories, enabling clients to meet their specific preferences
have greater initial expenses due and requirements.
to their pre-fabricated units and
customisation possibilities, the “A well- Nimmagadda emphasises
long-term cost advantages must be constructed that a tasteful pairing of oak
considered,” says Ashok Singh modular finish and solid-coloured laminates
Jaunapuria, Managing Director & kitchen with can create a visually appealing and
CEO, SS Group India. “They save durable harmonious culinary space without
time and manpower during materials can relying on expensive materials like
installation, leading to lower last anywhere lacquered shutters.
construction costs.” Additionally, Goregaoker suggests that
from 10 to 20 years or more.”
their optimised space utilisation and modular kitchens, based on
built-in storage solutions can - Meghana Nimmagadda, standardised module sizes, can
eliminate the need for extra Founder & CEO, Designtales save costs on customisations
cabinetry or renovations, resulting or alterations. By choosing
in cost savings over time. materials wisely, homeowners
“It is crucial
Awasthi suggests several cost- can balance cost and quality,
to understand
saving strategies for designing opting for more budget-friendly
modular kitchens. “It begins with the client’s alternatives that offer similar
setting a realistic budget and specific aesthetics and functionality.
prioritising key elements or features. requirements Mistri emphasises careful
Efficient space planning and for their planning and design as crucial
selecting standardised module sizes kitchen factors in cost optimisation
help avoid unnecessary expenses. space.” for modular kitchens. Optimising
Wise material selection, considering - Sukriti Sharrma, Partner, Plüsch the layout, minimising wasted
both cost and quality, is essential, space, and accurately cutting
along with value engineering to and fitting modular units can
identify cost-saving opportunities the long run. Considering reduce material and construction
without compromising functionality long-term benefits and durability, costs. Collaborating with trusted
or aesthetics. Energy-efficient investing in quality items can brands can provide cost-saving
lighting solutions and fixtures lead to lower maintenance and advantages through competitive
can reduce energy costs in replacement costs.” pricing and access to special offers

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on materials, appliances, and

accessories. Modular Kitchens: Enhancing
Sharrma explains that factors
like cabinet configuration and Property Value
the selection of appliances,
countertops, and sink taps also Modular kitchens contribute to the value proposition of a property by
contribute to the total expenditure. enhancing its aesthetic appeal, offering practicality and functionality, and
By working closely with clients and ensuring long-lasting quality, which attracts potential buyers or tenants.
providing expert guidance tailored Ashok Singh Jaunapuria, Managing Director & CEO, SS Group India,
to their unique needs, Plüsch shares more on contributing to the overall value proposition of property
ensures the best outcome for their and attracting potential buyers or tenants. “Modular kitchens significantly
kitchen investments. enhance the value proposition of a property, attracting potential buyers
On her part, Shah explains or tenants. They offer an elegant and attractive interior with sleek
that modular kitchens offer designs, sophisticated finishes, and customisation options, creating a
flexibility in dismantling, changing, positive first impression. These kitchens provide practicality and
repairing, and shipping to a new functionality through effective storage solutions and optimised layouts,
site. The price range varies catering to the needs of buyers or tenants who prioritise efficiency.
depending on the types of brands Moreover, their long-lasting functionality and durability, achieved through
and materials utilised. “Cost-saving high-quality materials and skilled craftsmanship, appeal to those
measures include investing more in considering the property's long-term value and maintenance costs.
hardware and civil work rather than Overall, modular kitchens contribute to the overall appeal and
finishes, such as using shutters with desirability of a property.”
a soft closing mechanism and
durable countertops. Opting for
laminates for shutter finishes What’s trending! living areas blending. Kitchen
provides a good look without Modular kitchens are becoming islands with seating, breakfast bars,
high expenditure.” more social, with the kitchen and and open-plan layouts encourage
interaction and create a welcoming
atmosphere for family and guests.
Nimmagadda highlights the
trend of open kitchens with open
shelves or glass cabinets to
showcase decorative elements,
adding elegance and personal
style. “This design approach
creates a sense of openness
and accessibility while avoiding
a boxy look.”
Awasthi introduces innovative
design trends and unique features
for modular kitchens. He lists, “This
includes integrating smart
appliances and technology, hidden
Photo courtesy: The Kitchen Artisan
storage solutions, multi-functional

workspaces, and unique lighting
concepts.” These features enhance
convenience, maximise storage
capacity, and elevate the
functionality and aesthetics of
modular kitchens.
Modular kitchens offer flexibility in dismantling, changing, repairing, and Goregaoker emphasises the
shipping to a new site, and the price range depends on the brands and integration of smart technology,
materials utilised. mixing and matching different

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“Modular
kitchens are
built with
materials
like solid
wood,
laminates,
and durable hardware,
ensuring their longevity.”
- Kushagra Awasthi,
Founder of Furnish Your Dream
materials for visual interest, and
Photo courtesy: Design Tales

promoting sustainability through
eco-friendly materials and energy-
efficient appliances. “Encouraging
natural elements such as indoor
herb gardens is also a practice
promoted by their designs.” When crafting modular kitchens, meticulous attention must also be paid
Mistri discusses the incorporation to electrical and plumbing arrangements.
of warmer drawers, built-in bars,
island cookstoves, custom-built kitchen and living areas, mixing modular kitchen design.”
cooking and dining trios, and materials and textures, and On her part, Sharrma
smart appliances in modular promoting sustainability are highlights the level of innovation
kitchen projects. “The blending of additional trends observed in tailored to clients' budgets, including
hidden cooktops, movable
countertops, and bar counters, and
advanced technologies for
automation. “Their approach
ensures a harmonious blend of
functionality, aesthetics, and
cutting-edge innovation.”
Shah mentions emerging
technologies such as concealed
Courtesy: Open Atelier | Project: Maison | Photo courtesy: Prashant Bhat
hobs and downdraft ventilation

chimneys, along with fixtures like
pocket doors to enhance the user
experience. And Jaunapuria
identifies design preferences and
trends among homebuyers, such as
open-concept layouts, sleek and
minimalist designs, and smart
storage solutions.
The focus on sustainability and
eco-friendly design has influenced
modular kitchen trends to a great
extent. It also reflects a growing
awareness of environmental
responsibility in kitchen design.
In terms of aesthetics, modular kitchens offer design flexibility, a sleek and
contemporary appearance that matches the home’s overall theme, and
the ability to upgrade or change components easily. - SHRIYAL SETHUMADHAVAN

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Special Focus
A Tale of Two Cities

Internationally renowned urban planner and architect Dikshu Kukreja travelled across
the globe to shed light on tangible, and intangible, linkages between cities and nations by
interacting with leaders from various countries for a special series on TV channel WION.
In the last of a series, CW presents excerpts from his conversation with Lord Mayor of
Hannover Belit Onay as they find the common threads between the city and Bhopal, as well
as his interaction with Deputy Mayor of Washington DC John Falcicchio as they discuss
how the US capital and our capital, Delhi, both bastions of democracy that are finding
similar solutions to shared problems.
HANNOVER & BHOPAL

Dikshu Kukreja (DK): Hannover,
the state capital of Lower Saxony, is
considered one of the greenest in
Germany. Similarly, despite being
one of the largest urban centres in
India, Bhopal is one of the greenest.
Unlike many urban centres that
have completely consumed rich
natural resources on which they
were built, Hannover and Bhopal
show us that cities can indeed be
commercially and culturally
important yet have a synergistic
relationship with nature. I am
excited to discuss with Lord Mayor Dikshu Kukreja in conversation with Belit Onay, Lord Mayor of Hannover.
of Hannover Belit Onay. Hannover,
known as ‘City of Music’, is listed in DK: Bhopal, in fact, is unique as concepts. So, we can use, for
UNESCO's list of most creative it has a harmonious balance of both example in different streets, some
cities. So, in terms of city planning the built and the green. Perhaps its assistance with digital solutions
and other public policies, how do proximity to the world's oldest to manage resources better,
these aspects come together? Buddhist stupa has brought about a especially water. We are trying to
Lord Mayor Belit Onay (BO): We fundamental affinity with balance. bring more greenery in urban
are a creative city, we’re a cultural Hannover, too, sits beautifully amid areas; and people support us
city, the city of music, and that nature. Tell us more about this because they see how important a
makes us quite special when it approach of balancing the built green city can be, especially in times
comes to planning the environment and the pressures of a of climate change.
transformation of the city. After growing city, with nature. DK: From being a city made for
World War 2 and the huge BO: It’s very important to keep cars, you are trying to go in the
destruction by bombing, we built a this balance. We have one of the opposite direction. How do you
city for cars, in the 1950s and ’60s biggest forests within the city in manage that?
with a completely different view on Europe. We see a lot of green parks BO: There’s a lot of discussion
the world and economics. Now, we in the district, the historical gardens on this. Cars are not just a means
see that construction is causing of Herrenhausen. Then there’s the of mobility; they are also somehow
problems. We are trying to bring the urban areas like city centre or a part of German culture. But when
different creativities in our city to districts where there is need for it comes to city planning, everyone
create a new city for the people. more digitalisation and smart sees this is a problem. So, we try to

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Hannover and Bhopal are considered to be one of the greenest cities in their respective countries.
create a car-free city centre and everyone together and find a you see some of the masjids,
open the streets and other areas, structure. We call it the participation palaces and other public
like parking areas, for sports and plan in the political system of our architecture there, you see it really
social or cultural activities. This city, bringing more people into our shines through.
being the City of Music, we can use city parliament with different roots. BO: Bhopal is actually very
these areas to create a new This is something that strengthens similar to our city, when it comes to
atmosphere in a very urban area. our community and policy on both parks, rivers and lakes. I look
We’re also trying to strengthen sides. When we talk about forward to seeing it!
public transport. We are focusing on architecture, I was very interested in In conclusion, Dikshu Kukreja
bike lanes. Hannover is a very flat the state parliament project you says, “We discovered that the arts
city and ideal for bike lanes. realised in Bhopal. What was your are a major part of the intangible
DK: We certainly need to move challenge in a city with such a cultural heritage of both Hannover
away from private vehicles and magnificent cultural heritage? and Bhopal. Despite being the
traditional means of energy…. DK: When we were invited to commercial and creative hubs of
BO: Due to the war in design the state parliament for their respective countries, their
Ukraine, energy prices are going Madhya Pradesh, where Bhopal is architecture and scale are
up. We still have one coal plant in the capital, it was a very natural appropriately balanced. Not only
Hannover which we plan to phase outcome of our design process, are they both considered among the
out by 2026 to move forward to which is about contextual design. greenest urban areas of their
renewable energy. We’re moving You take these layers of history, countries, there are similarities even
toward far-distance heating with culture, society and climate and you in their topographies. In the past,
renewable energies. overlay them. From there, I think the Hannover was developed as a city
DK: You have handled very design has emerged demonstrating for cars with broad avenues.
interesting portfolios, be it your India's vibrant democracy. Perched However, it is setting yet another
involvement in shaping social on a hilltop, it beckons the city and example by taking cars off the
policies, your role in electing the citizens to celebrate the idea of street; instead, public transport and
president of Germany in 2022, democracy. In terms of material biking are being promoted.
community service in a hospital selection and sustainable design, it
right after high school and was about bringing in as much WASHINGTON DC &
advocacy for diversity in cities. What natural light, reducing energy loads NEW DELHI
can you say about diversity as a and embracing nature and the Dikshu Kukreja (DK):
strength of a city? landscape. So that was our Washington DC and New Delhi are
BO: Hannover is a very diverse approach to the design of what is both capital cities. As a result, both
city with people coming from known as Vallabh Bhawan. Bhopal have a strong presence of
different countries. We see this as is also very culturally vibrant with government buildings and
an enormous value for our city and many iconic institutions that institutions; a mix of different ethnic
society, and we are trying to bring celebrate culture and the arts. When and cultural groups; and a wide

range of cultural attractions and

events. Both are centres of
education and research. The British
Empire moved the capital from
Calcutta to New Delhi in 1911.
However, Delhi has been around for
a millennium and was a preeminent
city long before the Mughals or
British set foot here. Meanwhile,
Washington DC is a fairly young city
with historical traces going back
only as far as 1790. However, both
cities also share the tenets of urban
planning. They have a central civic Dikshu Kukreja conversing with DC John Falcicchio, Deputy Mayor, Washington.
space, now known as the Central
Vista in New Delhi, and the design vocabulary of regional Potomac and Anacostia, that flow
National Mall in Washington DC, modern architecture, which through Washington DC. But we've
both of which form the nucleus of celebrated simplicity and dismissed seen a lot of interior flooding
major governmental operations and ostentation. He designed some of because rain has come on quicker
infrastructure. In fact, the original the most iconic buildings in New than in the past and been more
hexagonal layout of New Delhi, Delhi, like the India Habitat Centre, severe. The city has embarked on
along Raisina Hill, drew inspiration the India International Centre, and ‘Our Clean Rivers Project’, which
from the National Mall in many more. There is, in fact, an creates new tunnels under the city to
Washington DC. To discover more, entire neighbourhood in New Delhi capture rainwater so that our
I’m thrilled to have this dialogue named after him, popularly known systems aren't overrun by water and
with Deputy Mayor of Washington as Steinabad. Being a political we can actually treat water before it
DC John Falcicchio. What can you figure in the national capital and a flows back into rivers. All that sewer
tell us about the distinctive urban prominent advocate of urban water can actually be captured; this
character of your city? planning, please tell us how the is a one-of-a-kind project. Also, we
Deputy Mayor John Falcicchio urban revolution has taken place in don't have a lot of industry in
(JF): When people think of Washington DC. Washington DC; our economy is
Washington DC, they think of the JF: International influence is more professional service. We put in
US Capitol, the Washington so important to our culture, place the highest standards to make
Monument, the White House. What's design and rich diversity. In fact, sure our buildings are as energy-
unique about our city is that growth Pierre L’Enfant is known as the efficient as possible. Underneath all
is bound by the Height (of Buildings) designer of Washington DC. He the great monuments and
Act, which says buildings can only was commissioned by the US architecture, there is a commitment
rise so tall. That creates a vista that government to design a capital city to climate change with how we build
allows people from around the city, and the street grid you see with our and retrofit our buildings.
and the region, to view some of wide boulevards and ordered streets DK: This is the era of re-
these iconic buildings. is designed by him. In current times, evaluating past patterns of growth
DK: Many prominent figures we work with our partners in the and retracing a trajectory that
from America have found the federal government to find adheres to a vision of sustainable
splendours of India to be the underutilised land and to put it back habitats of the future. Delhi has
wellspring of their own wisdom and to productive use. For instance, the proved itself as a city that takes this
philosophies. For instance, architect wharf. It is the kind of revitalised relearning process quite seriously.
Joseph Allen Stein, born in the neighbourhood that any city would The metro system is one of the
American Midwest, was drawn to want to have. largest and most efficient in the
India because of Mahatma Gandhi DK: Another aspect cities must world. It also has one of the largest
and Rabindranath Tagore, and come to grip with is climate change. networks of zero emission buses.
spent 45 years of his life in New What are the steps you are taking? The construction of mega structures
Delhi. He popularised his unique JF: We have two great rivers, the is ongoing to better integrate the

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city; transport-oriented development JF: One thing we talked about at 160 ft; a little more could
(TOD) projects commissioned in the earlier is the unique architecture create more housing and transit-
city are a fine example. What sort of of Washington DC. Tell me about oriented development.
urban sustainable transformations the vista I would see if I walked out DK: We have a lot of impetus on
are taking place in Washington DC? of your studio and looked out on affordable housing because in the
JF: We have a subway system the city. past there has been an anomaly
similar to New York City and also a DK: Delhi differs a bit because where you have housing for the
robust bus system. We want to make the pressures of land have been so affluent sitting right next to people
sure that as many people as immense and the value of real living in shanties or slums. That is
possible can access the transit we've estate has gone through the going through a major
invested so much in. We're right roof over the last few decades. transformation with the Indian
now electrifying our buses. In Now, we are seeing a changing Government’s policies like ‘Housing
addition to our metro system, which skyline. From the low-rise buildings for All’ and emphasis on the
is a regional system with the District Delhi was typically known for, you're importance of public spaces. In
of Columbia, the state of Maryland seeing more high-rise buildings and Washington DC, you are working
and the Commonwealth of Virginia, a more vertical skyline emerging. on revitalising cityscapes or streets;
we have a local bus system and And with the planning principles we we are doing the same in Delhi.
we're trying to electrify those buses talked about, you see high-density, JF: So, we have some of the
through renewable energy as much high-rise development taking same challenges and opportunities
as possible. Transportation is an shape. The city is in a state of and we can continue to learn from
exciting opportunity for us to fight transformation. Most important, one another.
back on climate change. One thing whichever direction this urban In conclusion, Dikshu Kukreja
we're doing in our planning form or architectural character says, this series of conversations has
processes is trying to put people takes, it must maintain the ethos come a long way to substantiate the
closer to job centres. of sustainability. theory that we are closer than we
DK: So, both cities are JF: There’s a lot of pressure think. We have learned that Bogota's
experimenting with TOD. For India, on us to build more housing and urban integration models found their
this will be a breakthrough in the one way to address that is by reinterpretations in Ahmedabad;
way development will take shape in adjusting or tinkering with our Tirana and Panaji adhere to similar
our cities in the future, because Height Act. It was passed in 1899 codes of honour; Melbourne was
Delhi is one of the first cities to and updated in 1910 but hasn't discovered by a ship named
experiment with TOD. Similarly, been changed since. We think Calcutta; Rotterdam and Kochi are
when you talk about sustainable there's an opportunity to adjust age-old allies facing a similar
urban transport, both cities are it so we can have a little more climate crisis due to the proximity to
finding the right solutions. height. Right now, we're capped the sea; San Marino and Auroville
are compact, self-sufficient micro-
communities; Mexico City and
Mumbai are mega cities that are
sinking; Hannover and Bhopal value
culture and arts in a similar way;
and Washington DC and New Delhi
form the microcosms of their
respective countries and embody the
spirit of democracy. Vasudhaiva
Kutumbakam is an old Sanskrit
phrase that means ‘the world is
one family’. Indeed, no matter what
your geographical whereabouts, in
a world that is becoming
increasingly complex, the need of
Washington, DC, capital of the United States of America, is home to many the hour is to share knowledge and
government buildings, just like New Delhi.
find shared solutions.
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“Nishika Elysium will have 5,100 sq ft

carpet area for each flat.”
- Nishant Agarwal, Managing Director, Avighna Group
Avighna Group is one of planning, perfect execution and

Mumbai’s leading real estate timely delivery.
developers having delivered
world-class projects in the financial How does Avighna Group engage
capital of the country. One Avighna with the communities in which it
Park was the recipient of more than develops projects, and ensure that
41 national and international the needs and desires of residents
awards. Adopting the one-great- are taken into account?
project-at-a-time philosophy, For us at Avighna, real estate
Avighna Group has been development goes beyond
consistently reliable. Nishant constructing spaces and unlocking
Agarwal, Managing Director, the value of the real estate; it is
Avighna Group shares more on about creating value for all
Avighna’s approach, current stakeholders – be it erstwhile
projects in hand, and what sets occupants or areas that are being
them apart in the business. developed for sale or lease. When
Read more... we took up Mumbai’s first cluster
redevelopment project, New Islam
How does Avighna Group Mills Compound, there were several
approach its real estate projects? includes luxury residential high- dilapidated buildings housing
Avighna Group is Mumbai’s rises, office towers and high-end erstwhile mill workers, and several
premier real estate development mixed-use developments. godowns and warehouses. We took
firm that takes up select projects in When analysing an opportunity, up this redevelopment project and
premium areas of the city. We have we run our numbers assuming zero developed Avighna Estate, a
executed landmark projects that sales till project completion - large-scale development having
have defined the skyline of Mumbai, although conservative, this seven towers that are occupied by
and our portfolio of projects approach ensures that none of our more than 600 families, and ~400
projects are delayed due to cash homes have been handed over to
flow issues. Real estate development the government free of cost. The 4.5
in Mumbai is complex and being million sq ft development includes
well-versed with these challenges, two towers of 61 storeys, one tower
For us real estate development such an approach allows us the of 38 storeys, a retail complex and
goes beyond constructing desired flexibility and autonomy. a grandiose temple.
Furthermore, the issues faced in In order to deliver this project, we
spaces and unlocking the development lead to uncertainty in engaged deeply with the local
value of the real estate; it is cash flows, and therefore, we have communities and the erstwhile
about creating value for all decided to be a totally debt-free residents. Today, the erstwhile
stakeholders – be it erstwhile company. This allows us to be occupants have moved from
occupants or areas that are completely focused on project dilapidated structures to future-
development work, rather than ready buildings with Swiss elevators,
being developed.
being preoccupied with funding, as French windows, excellent fire-
is evident in Avighna’s projects that fighting systems, sufficient parking,
have a tradition of excellent etc. The local community got

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significantly wider roads with not like the typical real estate
lesser traffic and much-improved FACT FILE developers; we are conservative,
quality of life. transparent and approachable.
Year of establishment: 1999 Long before RERA came into force,
Which have been the most Top management: Kailash we had developed our own internal
notable projects of the Agarwal, Chairman; and Nishant checks and balances which were
Agarwal, Managing Director
Avighna group? even more stringent. We enjoy
We enjoy working on and Ongoing projects: Avighna House working that way. We do not intend
and Avighna Square
delivering landmark projects such to become overly ambitious and
as the boutique high-end Nishika Upcoming projects: Nishika unduly aggressive. We have always
Elysium and Avighna Marquee
Terraces on Worli Sea Face, the been transparent and candid with
twin 61 storey One Avighna Park all stakeholders, from contractors to
towers and the high-end offices in arrival experiences or amenities. buyers, for all aspects, be it quality,
Avighna House. The most notable We cater products for the timelines, etc.
one is Nishika Terraces, given its markets they are being developed And most importantly we have
all-duplex layout, superb location in large homes in Mumbai work been approachable and constantly
and exclusivity. and function very differently to communicating. This has been
large homes in the west. For possible because we work on select
What are the factors that made instance, the functioning of an projects and therefore have a
these projects successful? Indian kitchen is very different and limited number of clientele.
The design and planning is so are the users. It is important to
immaculate. We live and breathe design from the end-user’s In what ways has the pandemic
these spaces and imagine every perspective, rather than just ensure affected the real estate industry,
possible scenario before we begin that the building looks good. and how has Avighna Group
construction. We have a clear focus adapted to these changes?
on function rather than form. We How does Avighna Group The pandemic was a big eye-
invest immense thought and approach real estate development, opener for everybody. If anything,
resources in planning every aspect and what sets your company apart real estate was one of the
of a project, be it internal from others in the industry? beneficiaries of the pandemic in a
circulation, back-of-house services, I have often been told that we are way. People realised the importance
of owning a house, and the need
for larger homes.
Can you speak about some of

the challenges or obstacles that
Avighna Group has faced in its
development projects, and how
you overcame them?
Land acquisition is certainly one
of the biggest challenges as
Mumbai is a peninsula with
restricted open space compared to
other cities. There is limited
availability of land, and
redevelopment has emerged as the
way forward. At Avighna, we are
choosy about the redevelopment
projects we take up. We have a strict
set of guidelines based on which we
select projects. It is not our intention
Sustainability, eco-friendliness, and eco-consciousness are deeply ingrained to take on as many projects as we
in every project developed by Avighna. can; we take up selective work and

do a good job of it. Since we Can you discuss the two

primarily work in high-end areas, ultra-luxury residential
sometimes we have to execute towers in Worli that
projects in extremely congested Avighna Group is
spaces. The material logistics and working on, and what
site challenges in such restricted can we expect?
areas become a daunting task. Both these boutique
Depending upon the magnitude towers are in the prime
of the project, onboarding skilled parts of Worli and
labour also becomes crucial. For are therefore offering
instance, when we were developing very spacious and
the 61-storey One Avighna Park, luxurious experiences.
labours with certain specialised skill Nishika Elysium on Worli
sets were required and we had even Sea Face will be an
flown down skilled personnel from 18-storey building with only
abroad to execute certain works. But 12 five-bedroom residences
for the projects being executed with panoramic views of the
today, getting skilled labour has Arabian Sea as well as the
become relatively easier. We Mahalaxmi Race Course.
consciously try not to overcomplicate Each flat will be approx.
our construction process. We get the 5,100 sq ft carpet.
basics right to deliver high-end Avighna Marquee, a
quality products. While this is 30-storey residential
challenging, it is equally fulfilling. building will only have
around 35 residences.
Do you look out for These are not compact flats Even after six years, One Avighna Park still
innovative technologies and by any stretch of the recycles 10 lakh litres of water every day.
construction materials like steel imagination. A 3-bed
in your projects? configuration will be approx. 2,300 consciousness are deeply
Although we have explored the sq ft carpet area and the 4-bed will ingrained in us. Even our rehab
option, we are sometime away from be approx. 3,100 sq ft carpet area. buildings are green. At One
thinking of steel buildings. We Avighna Park, even after six years,
understand that there are enough Who form the part of the design we still recycle 10 lakh litres of
skilled labours or steel suppliers to team for these buildings? water every day.
give us that kind of support. For these two iconic
Although it will save us a huge developments, we have appointed How do you see the policy
amount of time, which in our renowned architects and designers changes or revisions in the real
business is everything, there is still a Zubin Malao and Reva Kakar from estate market?
learning curve that the industry will Design Centric Studios. The Government is very proactive
have to go through. And once we and responsive in bringing about
get there, there will be a lot of How does Avighna Group changes that are suggested by real
benefits for the developers. prioritise sustainability and estate bodies such as CREDAI-
We make use of innovative environmental responsibility in its MCHI, NAREDCO, etc. By and
technologies for our in-house developments? large, these changes are for the
processes especially when it Even before the existing green betterment of the industry and the
comes to designing and norms kicked in, sustainability home buyers.
engineering the building. Using the has been at the core of our Given the long gestation period
3D modelling software, we can operations. Honestly, it is surprising for real estate projects, it would be
understand the challenges in that it took as long as it did for better for smoother transition
advance. We use modelling for the domestic market to pick up on policies to be put in place, therefore
the integration of structure, these aspects. Sustainability, not disrupting the on-going projects
architecture, MEP, etc. eco-friendliness and eco- which can lead to delays.
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NATIONAL
Mumbai-Pune expressway to have Chennai Metro phase II to
world's widest tunnels be completed by 2027
India's inaugural The completion of the 4 km elevated stretch
Expressway, which between St. Thomas Mount and Adambakkam in
was established the Chennai Metro Rail (CMRL) phase II project is
twenty years ago, anticipated in 2027. This stretch is part of
is undergoing corridor 5, one of the three corridors in the
enhancements to project, which aims to enhance transportation
provide a more across the city. CMRL officials emphasise the
seamless importance of promptly finishing this stretch since
experience for it will serve a large number of people in the area.
hundreds of thousands of motorists traveling between However, constructing this short stretch poses
Mumbai and Pune. The highly anticipated Missing Link, challenges due to narrow and congested roads,
designed to bypass the treacherous and winding ghat as well as the presence of structures in close
section of the Expressway, is nearing completion and is proximity to the alignment.
slated to be unveiled by July 2024.
Contact: Chennai Metro Rail
Contact: Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation Tel: 044 2437 8000
Tel: 022 23685909 Email: chennaimetrorail@cmrl.in
Website: www.msrdc.in Website: www.chennaimetrorail.org
UP seeks bids for Gadkari NHAI launches

58 EV charging inaugurates 11 platform for
stations flyovers on NH-44 inclusive
The Uttar Pradesh Power Travelling from Delhi to
development of NHs
Corporation (UPPCL) has Chandigarh and beyond The National Highways
announced that bids are being Authority of India (NHAI) has
has become seamless with
invited to establish and operate launched Knowledge Sharing
the inauguration of 11
58 electric vehicle (EV) Platform for inclusive
charging stations in various flyovers on Delhi-Panipat
stretch of NH-44. The travel development of National
locations including Noida,
time has now reduced by Highways. This initiative will
Greater Noida, Ghaziabad,
one hour for the straight help the authority to collaborate
Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra,
going traffic as the main with experts and citizens who
Mathura, Varanasi, Ayodhya,
eight-lane corridor has want to share knowledge and
and Gorakhpur district areas.
insights related to topics such as
The charging stations will be been completed.
set up at all the 33/11 kV road design, construction, road
Inaugurating the flyovers,
substations and DISCOMs in safety, environment sustainability
Union Road Transport and
these regions. It has been and related fields. The platform
Highways Minister Nitin will encourage sharing of best
stated that the deadline for Gadkari said, “This project
submitting the bids online is practices from around the world
faced several challenges. and will contribute towards
July 24, 2023, and the
First, the highway developer, holistic development of the
opening of the bids will also
which had bagged the National Highway infrastructure
take place on the same date.
project, failed. in the country.
Contact: Uttar Pradesh Power
Corporation Contact: National Highways Contact: National Highways Authority
Tel: 0522 2287525 Authority of India of India
Website: www.uppcl.org Website: www.morth.nic.in Website: www.morth.nic.in

Project Update
ASSAM GUJARAT
Brahmaputra Micron to invest $800 million plus
tunnel to speed up for chip facility in India
troops’ movement Following the recent
to LAC approval of Micron's plan for
a new semiconductor unit in
The Indian government has India, the US chipmaker has
approved the construction of a officially announced its
strategic tunnel under the investment of up to $825
Brahmaputra River to facilitate million to establish a chip
the movement of troops to the testing and packaging
Line of Actual Control (LAC) with facility in the country. This
China. The tunnel aims to facility, located in Gujarat,
expedite the deployment of will be Micron's first in India.
soldiers and ensure the rapid The total investment is estimated to be $2.75 billion.
development of the region while Contact: Micron
minimizing environmental Website: www.micron.com
disruption. Himanta Biswa
Sarma, the Chief Minister of
Assam, announced that the HIMACHAL PRADESH
technical bids for the preparation Mandi four-lane project gets forest
of the detailed project report will
be opened in July. The proposed clearance
corridor will stretch 35 km The Union Ministry of Environment and Forest has given approval
between Gohpur and for the 20 km long second phase of the Pathankot-Mandi highway
Numaligarh. The estimated cost four-lane project between 32 miles and Rajol village in Kangra
for constructing separate tunnels district. The construction under this phase has been hanging fire
for road and train for the past one year in the absence of forest clearance as over
communication is `60 billion. 7.28 hectare forestland was involved. The NHAI will soon take up
construction work. Basit said land had already been acquired for
the second phase of the project. The decision of the Centre to
grant environment clearance would ensure the early completion of
K A R N ATA K A the `8,000 crore highway project.
Brigade to invest Contact: The Union Ministry of Environment and Forest
`3,000 crore on Website: www.moef.gov.in
construction
Realty firm Brigade Enterprises is KERALA
set to launch 10 housing projects Vizhinjam Port to commission in May
in Bengaluru and Chennai during
the current fiscal year, with an 2024 under Adani’s management
estimated construction cost of According to Kerala Minister for Ports Ahammed Devarkovil, the
`30 billion. The company aims to Vizhinjam Port, managed by the Adani Group, is nearing completion
capitalise on the increasing and is expected to be commercially commissioned in May 2024. The
demand for residential properties construction work for the port is 90 per cent complete, and the first
in these cities. Brigade Enterprises' ship from China, carrying cranes for the port, will arrive at Vizhinjam
Managing Director, Pavitra in September as a special gift for the people of Kerala during the
Shankar, expressed optimism Onam festival. Devarkovil mentioned that the port will have an
about the residential market 800 m berth, with 400 m already finished. This berth size will allow
in India. large ships from around the world to dock comfortably.
Contact: Brigade Enterprises Contact: Vizhinjam Port
Tel: 080 41379200 Tel: 471 2328616
Email: salesenquiry@brigadegroup.com Email: mail@vizhinjamport.in
Website: www.brigadegroup.com Website: www.vizhinjamport.in

M A H A R A SHTRA NEW DELHI

TKMS signs Construction of 4.8km elevated corridor
submarine between outer Delhi and Haryana
construction pact The Public Works
with Indian shipyard Department (PWD) in
Delhi has submitted a
German submarine builder proposal to the Unified
ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems has Traffic and Transportation
signed an agreement with Indian Infrastructure (Planning &
shipyard Mazagon Dock Engineering) Centre
Shipbuilders Ltd. to ensure local (UTTIPEC) for the
manufacturing if the Indian Navy construction of a 4.8km
chooses TKMS for new submarines. elevated corridor between
TKMS clarified that its role would outer Delhi and Haryana.
primarily involve providing This project is part of a larger plan to address traffic congestion at
engineering, design, and various hotspots in the city.
consultancy services, while
Contact: Public Works Department
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Website: www.pwddelhi.gov.in
would handle the manufacturing
and delivery.
Contact: ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems ODISHA
Website: www.thyssenkrupp-
marinesystems.com
Odisha approves 15 key rural projects
The Odisha Cabinet approved 15 proposals, including
TA M I L N AD U “Mukhyamantri Sampoorna Pushti Yojana (MSPY)” which is aimed at
NHAI to build new transforming nutrition outcomes of adolescent girls, pregnant women
and lactating mothers and severely underweight children of under six
wider bridges at years of age. The meeting, Chaired by Chief Minister Naveen
Tambaram Patnaik, gave its stamp of approval for the MSPY to transform
nutrition outcomes across the state over a period of five years from
The National Highways Authority
2023-24 with a projected cost of `33.54 billion. This was stated at a
of India (NHAI) will soon be
press meet addressed by ST & SC Development Department and Law
dismantling the existing narrow
Jagannath Saraka and Chief Secretary P K Jena. Under MSPY,
road over bridge (ROBs) at
nutritional support such as eggs, ladoos, and nutrition supplement
Tambaram and build a wider new
will be provisioned for all adolescent girls in the age group of 15 -19
bridge at a cost of `25.7 crore.
years across the state.
The existing structure, which
literally acts as the city’s southern
gateway, has only four lanes on
both sides. But on an average, 1.5 T ELANGANA
lakh vehicles use this stretch of the India's largest private rail coach plant
Chennai-Trichy highway (NH-45)
Road every day. To facilitate this inaugurated in Telangana
traffic, the NHAI had proposed to
build eight-lane bridge on both Chief Minister of Telangana, K. Chandrasekhar Rao, inaugurated
sides. The bridge, which will be India's largest private rail coach plant in Kondakal hamlet. The plant
built across the railway lines was constructed through a joint venture between Medha Servo Drives
connecting Tambaram and Pvt Ltd and Stadler Rail, specialising in the production of electrical
Perungalathur stations, has been and electronic railway products. Rao expressed delight at Mumbai's
designed in such a way allowing approval of Medha Servo Drives for building monorails, emphasising
vehicles to travel at 65 kmph. the state's satisfaction in receiving train coaches from local company.
Contact: National Highways Authority of Contact: Medha Servo Drives Pvt Ltd
India Tel: 040-67237000
Website: www.morth.nic.in Website: www.medha.com

Project Update
U T TA R P R A D E S H
Ayodhya's airport Phase-I construction to be completed by August
The initial phase of constructing pilgrims worldwide, especially as
the Maryada Purushottam the construction of the Ram Temple
Shri Ram International Airport in in the city nears its conclusion.
Ayodhya is anticipated to reach Rajeev Kulshrestha, GM Project EIC
completion by August of this year. at AAI, mentioned that the first
As preparations are made by phase of the project will incur an
Indian airlines to operate flights to approximate cost of `3.30 billion.
Ayodhya, the airport is set to The initial phase primarily caters to
become a crucial transit hub for domestic operations.
U T TA R A K H A N D WEST BENGAL
Better infrastructure needed Kolkata Metro takes steps
for burdened cities towards solar power
Keeping in mind the increasing burden on urban Indian Railways is actively committed to
areas, especially major cities of Uttarakhand like reducing its carbon footprint and aims to
Dehradun, Haridwar and Nainital, the achieve 'net-zero' carbon emissions by 2030.
government said "much-needed special efforts As part of this endeavour, the Kolkata Metro
are underway for better planning and execution has recently taken steps to install solar power
of projects. Parliamentary affairs minister Prem plants on the rooftops of various locations
Chand Aggarwal, while reading out the budget, within its network. The metro is generating
said, "In view of the increasing pressure on the 2189.50 Kwp of solar power. 657 Kwp solar
cities, the need for well-planned preparation and power plants have been installed along
necessary infrastructure is being felt. So, our North-South Corridor, 1519 Kwp along
government has come up with a new scheme East-West Corridor, and 13.5 Kwp at Tapan
related to urban development." Focus areas Sinha Memorial Hospital of Metro Railway.
include preparation of master plans of various Contact: Kolkata Metro
cities, establishment and construction of green E-mail: md@kmrc.in
field/brown field cities. Website: www.kmrc.in
INTERNATIONAL
New rail link between Vikram Solar JV to invest in new
India and Bangladesh to US factories
boost trade, tourism A new venture backed by solar panel maker Vikram Solar
said it will invest up to $1.5 billion in the US solar energy
The railway lines linking Tripura, India,
supply chain, beginning with a factory in Colorado next
and Bangladesh are now being built,
year. The newly formed company, VSK Energy, aims to
and the Railway Ministry has committed
leverage India's extensive solar manufacturing know-how
`1.54 billion for their construction, which
is a significant infrastructural in the US push to build a clean energy manufacturing
improvement. By the end of the year or sector to compete with China. VSK is a joint venture
early the following year, the `8.63 billion between Kolkata-based Vikram and two New York-based
Agartala-Akhaura (Bangladesh) railway partners - sustainability-focused private equity firm Phalanx
project is anticipated to be operational. Impact Partners and Das & Co, an investment and
development company with solar holdings in US and India.
Contact: The Ministry of DONER
Tel: 011-23062709 Contact: Vikram Solar
Website: www.mdoner.gov.in Website: www.vikramsolar.com

TRANSPORT Update
AIRPORTS Environment
Bagdogra Airport expansion set to Ministry approves
begin soon Sabarimala
airport TOR
The expansion of
Bagdogra Airport is The proposal for developing
scheduled to commence a greenfield Sabarimala
soon as the Bagdogra international airport in Kottayam
Airport authority has district, with a budget of Rs
been handed over the 34.11 billion, has received
remaining land by the a positive response from the
Air Force. In a positive Union Environment Ministry
development, it was panel. They recommended the
announced by the Central received. He further added that grant of Standard Terms of
after formulating a master plan Reference for airports. It was
government that the sanctioned
the Expert Appraisal Committee
amount for the project has been for the project, they would initiate
of ministry that made this
increased from Rs 18 billion to the tender process in the following
recommendation during their
Rs 30 billion. Ravi Sarkar, Joint month. A total of 104 acre of
meeting in last month.
General Manager, Bagdogra land has been finalised for the
Airport Authority, stated that expansion project. Contact: Kerala State Industrial
Development Corporation (KSIDC)
they had been eagerly awaiting Contact: Bagdogra Airport authority Tel: 471-2318922
the handover of the entire Tel: 0353-2698431 Email: enquiry@ksidcmail.org
land, which they have finally Webiste: www.aai.aero Website: www.ksidc.org
UP explores RapidX NIAL reports Chennai Airport

Corridor for Delhi- completion of 47 Goes 100 per cent
Noida Airport per cent of work on Renewable
connectivity
The Uttar Pradesh state
Noida airport The city airport, which serves
around 20 million passengers
government is currently The construction work of annually, is now entirely powered
exploring possibilities to Noida International Greenfield by renewable energy. It makes
establish a RapidX corridor Airport project at Jewar is 47 use of a combination of power
connecting Delhi with the per cent complete and of the produced by rooftop solar
upcoming Noida International Rs 57 billion earmarked for plants, solar energy acquired
Airport in Jewar. This plan phase 1 of the project, 56 per from businesses, and power
was officially discussed cent has been spent so far, purchased from Tangedco under
during a meeting chaired by Noida International Airport a green tariff. Even the runway
Chief Secretary D S Mishra Limited (NIAL) officials said. and taxiway lighting are powered
in Lucknow. Additionally, The Yamuna International by solar energy. Of the electrical
officials have been instructed Airport, a special purpose body energy utilized by Chennai
to develop a design for a formed by the Swiss company Airport, 59 per cent is solar
monorail system linking the Zurich International AG, which energy being procured through
airport to Delhi. The initiative is overseeing the construction, third party power purchase, 3
informed officials about the per cent is being met through the
to connect Noida Airport with
“progress” during the 16th in house 1.5MWp roof top solar
New Delhi railway station
board meeting held in Lucknow. plant and remaining 38 per cent
follows a similar approach to
Delhi’s Express line. Contact: Noida International Airport is being procured from Tangedco
Limited under green tariff.
Contact: The Uttar Pradesh state Tel: 0120 2395151
government Email: info@nialjewar.com Contact: Airports Authority of India
Website: www.up.gov.in Website: www.nialjewar.com Website: www.aai.aero

TRANSPORT Update
PORTS Nicobar Port project Sonowal announces
Reliance resumes worth `410 billion Dhubri port's
vessel operations awaits review infrastructure
at Sikka Port approval upgrade
after cyclone It has been indicated that the Sarbananda Sonowal, Union
According to industry sources, high-powered committee (HPC) Minister of Ports, Shipping &
Reliance Industries, the that was established to examine Waterways, stated that they
operator of the world’s largest would consider the establishment
the environmental clearance
of a new warehouse and a
refining complex in India, (EC) granted to the Centre’s
new road for the benefit of
has recommenced vessel ambitious Great Nicobar
stakeholders from Bhutan and
operations at the port of Sikka transshipment port project is
Bangladesh at the Dhubri
in Jamnagar, Gujarat. This likely to provide its approval
port. Sonowal took part in a
development comes as the for the proposed project. The
Stakeholders Meeting held in
coastline recovers from the project has been on hold since
order to unlock the Export Import
impact of cyclone Biparjoy. April. On April 3, the Kolkata
trade potential of the Dhubri
Sources who received a notice Bench of the National Green port. The meeting, organised by
from the company stated that Tribunal (NGT) imposed a the Inland Waterways Authority
any vessel entering the Gulf two-month halt on any further of India, was attended by senior
of Kutch can now call the work in relation to the EC that officials of IWAI, including
Sikka Ports & Terminals (STPL). was granted for the project. The Chairman, and representatives
The company had previously order stated that the Rs 410 from the Inland Waterways
imposed restrictions on vessel billion project would remain Transport of the Government of
entry at the port due to the on hold until the committee Assam, as well as stakeholders
unavailability of anchorage appointed by the NGT and business groups from
positions. scrutinises the green approval Bangladesh and Bhutan.
given by the Centre.
Contact: Reliance Industries Contact: Inland Waterways Authority
Tel: 022-3555-5000 Contact: National Green Tribunal of India
Email: info@ril.com Tel: 011-23043528 Tel: 0120-2544036
Website: www.ril.com Website: www.greentribunal.gov.in Website: www.iwai.nic.in
Cochin port Sonowal flags off India's first international

renovation: Govt cruise vessel
unveils `750 The Union Minister of Ports,
billion project Shipping & Waterways
and Ayush, Sarbananda
The Union government
Sonowal, inaugurated a
announced that a significant
significant milestone in
infrastructure development India’s tourism industry as
plan had been launched at he flagged off the maiden
Cochin Port. The plan, which international cruise vessel,
aims to modernise fishing MV Empress, from Chennai
and sea harbours, is part of to Sri Lanka. The event
Rs 75 billion initiative. The marked the commencement
funding for this project comes of operations at the international cruise terminal in Chennai, constructed
partly from the Pradhan at a cost of Rs 172.1 million, symbolising the dawn of a new era in cruise
Mantri Matsya Sampada tourism and maritime trade within the country. During the event, the Union
Yojana-Blue Revolution Minister emphasised the government’s commitment, under the dynamic
program. leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to develop cruise tourism
and enhance maritime trade opportunities in India. With the country’s rich
Contact: Cochin Port
Tel: 484 2582006 coastal heritage and cultural diversity, India holds immense potential in the
Website: www.cochinport.gov.in cruise tourism sector.

rail w a y s Telangana CM
PM sets ground for Bengaluru Cantonment announces
Railway Station redevelopment extension of
On June 20, 2022, Hyderabad Metro
Prime Minister Narendra Chief Minister K Chandrashekar
Modi inaugurated Rao announced that the
the commencement Hyderabad Metro Rail
of the Bengaluru network would be extended
Cantonment Railway further to more areas in the
station’s redevelopment capital region. Launching
project. This significant the Haritha Haram Phase 9
station is undergoing at Tumuluru village in Ranga
a transformation into Reddy, he said the extension of
a world-class building, Hyderabad Metro Rail up to the
with an estimated cost of `4.8 billion. As part of the redevelopment Shamshabad airport would be
process, preliminary work is currently underway. This includes the a reality soon and it would be
demolition of existing service buildings to construct a 24 m diversion extended further to Kandukur
road. The purpose of this road is to create additional space in front in Maheshwaram constituency.
of the station building and expand the circulating area, ensuring Inclusion of the Shamshabad
smoother traffic movement. airport in initial phases of Metro
Contact: South Western Railway Rail line was minimum expected
Email: www.swr.indianrailways.gov.in of planners.
Chennai Metro Indian railways MMRDA seeks

phase II to be adopts PPP & EPC additional land,
completed by 2027 for station tenders coaches
The completion of the 4 km redevelopment for Metro Line 6
elevated stretch between Indian Railway announced The Mumbai Metropolitan
St. Thomas Mount and that a combination of Public- Region Development Authority
Adambakkam in the Chennai Private Partnership (PPP) and (MMRDA) has made a request
Metro Rail (CMRL) phase II Engineering Procurement and for an additional 5-7 hectares
project is anticipated in 2027. of land at the Kanjurmarg
Construction (EPC) modes
This stretch is part of corridor 5, depot site for the Swami
would be permitted for the
one of the three corridors in the Samarth Nagar-Vikhroli
project, which aims to enhance redevelopment of stations.
(Eastern Express Highway)
transportation across the city. According to the official
Metro Line 6. This request is
CMRL officials emphasise the statement, it was stated that in addition to the 15 hectares
importance of promptly finishing Coimbatore and Vijayawada of land already allocated by
this stretch since it will serve a stations might be the first ones the state government for the
large number of people in the to undergo PPP redevelopment, depot’s construction. MMRDA
area. However, constructing this whereas Delhi and CST has initiated tender process to
short stretch poses challenges were scheduled for EPC procure 108 coaches for future
due to narrow and congested redevelopment. Moreover, they use on this metro line. Senior
roads, as well as the presence mentioned that the approval officials have confirmed their
of structures in close proximity to for the redevelopment of these request for more land within
the alignment. stations would be sought within the Kanjurmarg depot area.
Contact: Chennai Metro Rail the next two months. Contact: The Mumbai Metropolitan
Tel: 044 2437 8000 Region Development Authority
Email: chennaimetrorail@cmrl.in Contact: Indian railways Website: www.mmrda.
Website: www.chennaimetrorail.org Website: www.indianrail.gov.in maharashtra.gov.in

TRANSPORT Update
ROADWAYS NHAI launches
NHAI to build new wider bridges platform for
at Tambaram inclusive
development
The National Highways
Authority of India (NHAI) The National Highways
will soon be dismantling Authority of India (NHAI)
the existing narrow road has launched Knowledge
over bridge (ROBs) at Sharing Platform for inclusive
development of National
Tambaram and build a
Highways. This initiative
wider new bridge at a
will help the authority to
cost of `25.7 crore. The
collaborate with experts and
existing structure, which
citizens who want to share
literally acts as the city’s knowledge and insights related
southern gateway, has to topics such as road design,
only four lanes on both sides. But on an average, 1.5 lakh vehicles use construction, road safety,
this stretch of the Chennai-Trichy highway (NH-45) Road every day. To environment sustainability and
facilitate this traffic, NHAI had proposed to build eight-lane bridge on related fields
both sides. The bridge has been designed to travel at 65 kmph.
Contact: The National Highways
Contact: The National Highways Authority of India Authority of India
Tel: 011-25074100 Tel: 011-25074100
Website: www.nhai.gov.in Website: www.nhai.gov.in
Nitin Gadkari PWD plans `345 crore Trimbak

mandates A/C elevated corridor ropeway project up
driver cabins for on Shivaji Marg for grabs
all trucks The Public Works Department The National Highway
Nitin Gadkari, The Minister for (PWD) is planning an elevated Logistics Management
Road Transport and Highways, corridor on the 2.2 km long Limited (NHLML) has floated
announced that all trucks Shivaji Marg to address the the tender for the proposed
would now be required to traffic congestion caused Anjaneri-Brahmagiri ropeway
have air-conditioned driver due to parking on roads and
project. The NHLML, a special
compartments. He made this encroachment, and to provide
seamless connectivity between purpose vehicle (SPV) formed
statement during an event by the National Highways
organised by Mahindra Logistics West, Central and New Delhi.
According to senior PWD Authority of India (NHAI), took
to recognise the contributions of
officials, the department has the decision after completing
the drivers’ community. Gadkari
decided to conduct a feasibility the feasibility test and detailed
stated that he had wanted to
study to construct a flyover project report. “The 5.7-km-
introduce air conditioners in
on this stretch and turn the long ropeway connecting the
truck driver compartments
area between Zakhira and two places will be constructed
ever since he became Minister.
Karampura flyovers into a at a cost of `345 crore. The
However, there were concerns
signal-free corridor. Officials tenders have been floated and
raised about increased costs. said Shivaji Marg is one of the
He had signed the file that applications will be accepted
key stretches connecting West
mandated installation of air till July 31,” Nashik MP
Delhi areas such as Janakpuri
conditioning in truck driver to Central Delhi Hemant Godse said.
compartments. Contact: The National Highway
Contact: The Public Works
Contact: The Minister for Road Department (PWD) Logistics Management Limited
Transport and Highways Website: www.pwd.maharashtra. Tel: 011-25074100
Website: www.morth.nic.in gov.in Website: www.nhlm.in

power Update
MNRE extends timeline for ultra mega NTPC subsidiary

solar park program reissues tender
for solar projects
The 'Development of
Solar Parks and Ultra in Gujarat
Mega Solar Power NTPC Renewable Energy, a
Projects' programme wholly-owned subsidiary of
now has a deadline of NTPC, has reissued the
March 31, 2026 (FY tender for the supply of
2026), as opposed to battery energy storage
the former deadline of systems (BESS) for solar
FY 2024, according to power projects at the Khavda
the Ministry of New Renewable Energy Park in the
and Renewable Energy Kutch region of Gujarat. The
(MNRE). There are no tender was previously issued
financial consequences and an additional eight halfway
in November last year. NTPC
to the longer schedule. It occurs installed, with a combined
Renewable Energy has
at a time when the construction of capacity of 10,117 MW. modified the bid submission
the solar power park has been Contact: Ministry of New and date, security amount, and
extremely slow, with only nine of Renewable Energy eligibility criteria in the new
the 57 permitted solar parks Tel: 0124-2579207 issue. The last date to submit
completed as of February 2023 Website: www.mnre.gov.in the bids is July 27, 2023.
Bids will be opened on the
same day. havda Renewable
Union ministry Kolkata Metro Energy Park.
extends scheme for takes steps towards Contact: NTPC Renewable Energy
Email: ntpcrel@ntpc.co.in
solar parks, mega solar power Website: www.ntpcrel.co.in
projects until FY26 generation
The scheme for 'Development Indian Railways is actively
of Solar Parks and Ultra Mega committed to reducing its carbon UP seeks bids for
Solar Park Projects' has been footprint and aims to achieve 'net
extended by the union ministry zero' carbon emissions by 2030. 58 EV charging
of new and renewable energy As part of this endeavour, the stations
until FY26. According to a Kolkata Metro has recently taken
notification from the ministry, steps to install solar power plants The Uttar Pradesh Power
this extension will not result in on the rooftops of various Corporation (UPPCL) has
any additional financial locations within its network. At announced that bids are
implications. The original present, the Metro Railway is being invited to establish
schedule had set the scheme generating 2189.50 Kwp of solar and operate 58 electric
to end in March 2024. The power. Specifically, 657 Kwp vehicle (EV) charging
scheme aims to assist states solar power plants have been stations in various locations
and union territories in installed along the North-South including Noida, Greater
establishing solar parks across Corridor, 1519 Kwp solar power Noida, Ghaziabad,
the country, providing the plants along the East-West Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra,
necessary infrastructure for Corridor, and 13.5 Kwp solar Mathura, Varanasi,
solar power projects. A solar plants at Tapan Sinha Memorial Ayodhya, and Gorakhpur
park is a large area of land Hospital of Metro Railway. Solar district areas. The charging
developed with shared power plants have been stations will be set up at all
infrastructure facilities such as successfully installed at seven the 33/11 kV substations
transmission infrastructure, metro stations, namely Noapara, and DISCOMs in these
roads, water, drainage, and Dum Dum, Mahanayak Uttam regions.
communication networks, Kumar, Kavi Subhash, Salt Lake Contact: Uttar Pradesh Power
along with all the required Sector V, Central Park Station, Corporation
statutory clearances. and Central Park Depot. Website: www.uppclonline.com

Real estate Update
Saya Group to develop India's tallest mall HP cabinet approves

final draft of Shimla
Saya Group, a real development plan
estate firm based
in Delhi-NCR, has The final draught of the
announced its plans Shimla Development Plan,
to develop “India’s which includes new guidelines
tallest mall,” known for the number of floors,
as Saya Status. habitable attic and garage in
Situated in Sector a structure, was approved by
129 on the Noida- the Himachal Pradesh cabinet.
Greater Noida The draught plan given
Expressway, the by the urban development
mall will reach an department was approved
impressive height Status will span nine floors and by the cabinet at a meeting
of 150 feet. The company intends offer an array of luxury brands and presided over by Chief Minister
to invest over `20 billion in the amenities to visitors. Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. After
project, which encompasses a total the meeting, Industries Minister
Contact: Saya Group Harsvardhan Chauhan gave a
built-up area of 1.4 million square Tel: 079-40307433
press briefing and noted that
feet, with 1.1 million square feet Email: contact@sayagroup.com
there are different guidelines
dedicated to leasable space. Saya Website: www.sayagroup.com
for different regions. He said
that one level with attic would
be permitted in green areas
Skyscrapers on rise but fire departments and two floors and attic in
can't reach beyond key districts.
Contact: National Green Tribunal
The Nagpur Municipal Corpo- which can aid in combating fires Tel: 011-23043544
ration (NMC) has approved 46 in structures up to 42 metres tall, Website: www.greentribunal.gov.in
high-rise projects that will stand is severely hampered by this. One
above 40 metres tall, despite the of the fundamental needs of his
fact that its fire-fighting team can department, according to chief fire Development
only climb as high as 42 metres. officer B Chandankhede, is the hy-
According to a senior official in draulic platform required to handle charges to increase
the NMC’s town planning division, emergencies in high-rise buildings. by 15-20 times in
the city is currently experiencing a Contact: Nagpur Municipal Corporation Ahmedabad
vertical growth that is restricted to Tel: 0712 2567035
100 metres. The NMC’s fire and Email: mconagpur@gov.in The recent implementation
emergency services department, Website: www.nmcnagpur.gov.in of new jantri rates in April is
expected to directly impact
the cost of new real estate
projects. Ahmedabad Urban
Draft Master Plan 2040 includes 3 Development Authority
special development zones has decided to increase
development charges by 15-20
The draft master plan for 2040 will accommodate public projects times the existing rates. Experts
includes the establishment of outlined in the master plan or predict that the combination of
Special Development Zones (SDZ) other significant projects of higher jantri rates and AUDA’s
aimed at planned development importance to the corporation or proposed hike in development
in specific areas, accounting for government. charges will lead to a rise in
approximately 1.5 per cent of the property prices.
Contact: Thiruvananthapuram Medical
proposed land use. Within this
College Contact: AUDA
plan, three special zones, namely Email: principal@tmc.kerala.gov.in Tel: 079-27545051
A, B, and C, have been designated Tel: 471 -2528386 Email: info-auda@gujarat.gov.in
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Andhra CM to India takes the lead in LEED Zero

hand over 8,912 projects globally
more Tidco houses According to the U S Green
Chief Minister YS Jagan Building Council (USGBC) and
Mohan Reddy will inaugurate Green Business Certification
Tidco housing colony and Inc (GBCI), it was stated that
hand over the flats to the India had emerged as a leading
beneficiaries in Gudivada country in LEED Zero green
town of Krishna district. About building projects, surpassing
8,912 flats were constructed the United States and China.
in the last four years at an It was mentioned by the rating
estimated cost of `1.78 agencies that India had 73 LEED Zero certified projects, which accounted
billion. The Tidco colony for 45 per cent of the total of over 150 certifications. Haryana and Tamil
was spread over nearly 77 Nadu were leading the way in certifications within India.
acres of land in the town. Contact: Green Business Certification Inc (GBCI)
Construction of another 4,500 Website: www.gbci.org
houses adjacent to the Tidco
colony is under progress. The
government has granted as Mohali development body to hold draw for
many as 7,728 house plots
in an extent of nearly 178.63
numbering of plots
acres under Pedalanadiki The IT City plot numbers will be January 8, 2022. Plot sizes of
Illu Navarathnalu scheme determined by a draw by the 150 square yards, 256.66 square
from which construction of Greater Mohali Area Development yards, 300, 400, and 500 square
nearly 45,000 are nearing Authority (Gmada) under the 750 yards, as well as plots in industrial
completion. plot, land-pooling, 753 plot, and schemes spanning 500 square
IT 200 industry plot schemes. As yards, will be included in the draw
of January 8, 2022, the authorities for group plot numbers.
K Raheja’s project have also granted respite to those
Contact: Greater Mohali Area
who were assigned to the IT city.
sells `11 billion According to the notification, the
Development Authority
Tel: 172-2215202
properties in modification will be in effect for Email: helpdesk@gmada.gov.in
90 days locations assigned before Website: www.gmada.gov.in
Real estate firm K Raheja

Corp announced that
its housing division has
Govt grants preliminary approval for
successfully sold properties two new townships in Uttarakhand
worth `11 billion in a luxury
The preliminary approval has been billion to the Central government,
residential project situated
granted by the Union government seeking support for developing
in South Mumbai during
for the establishment of two new these two townships, one in
the March quarter. K Raheja
townships in Uttarakhand. These Kumaon and the other in Garhwal.
Corp Homes, the residential projects consist of an industrial The aim is to transform Parag Farm
business segment of the township in the Parag Farm area into a prominent industrial hub,
K Raheja Corp group, of Udham Singh Nagar and an attracting an estimated investment
achieved an extraordinary integrated township in Doiwala, of `100 billion and generating
feat by generating a situated on the outskirts of employment opportunities for
record-breaking revenue Dehradun. A delegation from the the local residents. Additionally,
of `11 billion prior to the Central government is expected to the idea of an integrated aero
formal launch. visit both locations in the future to township has been proposed for
Contact: K Raheja Corp conduct an on-site assessment. The Doiwala, taking advantage of
Tel: 022-26564000 state government had previously its proximity to the airport and
Website: www.krahejacorp.com submitted a proposal worth `11 convenient location.

smart cities UPDATE
ITI joins TCIL and
Ludhiana to get smart traffic lights! C-DOT for smart
municipal corporation city product
officials, a technical development
committee has also been
formed to come up with State-owned telecommunications
suggestions and guidelines to firm ITI Ltd said it has signed a
implement the project which is memorandum of understanding
being taken up at a cost of (MoU) with Centre for
Development of Telematics
`90 million. The project was
(C-DOT) and Telecommunications
approved by the MC's Finance
Consultants India (TCIL) to
and Contract Committee
produce new products and
The initiative to install intelligent (F&CC) in January of this year
services for smart cities. This aims
traffic control systems at 42 as a solution to the city's growing
at establishing a framework for
crossroads in Ludhiana in Punjab, traffic issue. The project has been
cooperation between the three in
which has remained dormant for a pending for more than seven creating and delivering of
number of years, has gained years. The duration of the traffic innovative telecommunication
momentum as the local authority signals is modified by the adaptive products and related services
prepares to issue tenders for the traffic control system according to for smart cities. Each project
project in a week. As per the the volume of traffic. will be administered under a
separate project agreement, in
which TCIL will be the lead
partner, C-DOT will be the
T-Hub partners Extension technology partner and ITI will be
with Urbanco to granted to Kochi the manufacturing partner.
advance smart cities smart city project Contact: ITI Ltd
in the Maldives until June 2024 Website: www.itiltd.in
T-Hub, a major player in the The Kochi Smart City project

start-up ecosystem, has recently has received approval from Dehradun’s smart
entered into a partnership the Union government for an
with Urbanco, an urban extension until June 2024.
city deadline
development corporation based This decision has been extended again by
in the Maldives. The primary hailed as positive news one year
objective of this collaboration is because, without the
to foster innovation and extension, several initiatives The deadline for the Smart City
contribute to the advancement initiated by the Cochin Smart Mission has been extended
of smart and sustainable cities by the Union Housing and
Mission (CSML) would have
within the archipelagic nation. Urban Affairs Ministry,
been at risk. Officials have
According to Mahankali causing concern among
stated that the additional
residents of Dehradun. Many
Srinivas Rao, the CEO of T-Hub, time provided will allow the
citizens in Dehradun have
the aim is to provide support for CSML to focus on expressed their disappointment
Urbanco's plan of transforming implementing numerous over the "inefficient
Maldivian cities into intelligent ongoing ideas. MP Hibi Eden implementation" of the Smart
and sustainable urban centers. played a significant role in City projects. Dehradun was
Leveraging its extensive network advocating for the project's included in the Smart City
of start-ups and expertise, expansion by raising the scheme during the second
T-Hub will work towards issue with Rajiv Ranjan phase of the project in 2017,
customising and implementing Singh, the chairman of with a substantial budget of
innovative solutions that align the Parliament's urban over `1,400 crore and a
with the unique ecosystem of affairs committee. deadline set for this month.
the Maldives.
Contact: Kochi Smart City Contact: Dehradun’s smart city
Contact: T-Hub Tel: 0484 668 9800 Website: www.smartcitydehradun.
Website: www.t-hub.co Website: www.smartcity-kochi.in uk.gov.in

Equipment Update
Develon launches DX1000LC-7, its largest Engcon unveils

excavator enhanced S60
Develon, formerly known coupler for 12-19
as Doosan Infracore, has tonne excavators
introduced its largest
Engcon have introduced an
excavator, the
updated S60 quick coupler
DX1000LC-7, which
designed for excavators
weighs 100 metric tonne weighing between 12 to 19
and is specifically tonne. This new coupler allows
designed for heavy-duty operators to connect and
construction and quarry disconnect hydraulic tools,
work. The excavator is such as tiltrotators, without
designed to enhance trucks at a 180-degree angle, the needing to leave the cab. The
productivity. It enables the operator operator would give priority to S60 is made of welded
to prioritise either boom or swing swing action. high-strength steel that has
action, depending on the task at Contact: Develon been reinforced both laterally
hand, in order to accelerate cycle Tel: +39 0444 276203 and in the digging direction.
times. For instance, when loading Website: www.develon.com
Contact: Engcon
Tel: +46 670 650 400
Email: international@engcon.com
Website: www.engcon.com
CASE CE appoints Dynapac unveils
Shalabh Chaturvedi enhanced
as MD for India & CC2200 VI asphalt Volvo Penta and
SAARC roller with seismic FTMH join forces
CASE Construction Equipment, technology for electrification
a brand of CNH Industrial, has Dynapac introduces its latest of forklifts
appointed Shalabh Chaturvedi breakthrough in asphalt
as Managing Director for India compaction with the launch
and the SAARC region, with of the CC2200 VI, an
effect from June 01, 2023. 8 metric tonne tandem-drum
Chaturvedi has been with CNH vibratory compactor. The
Industrial for over a decade, new-generation roller
having held a variety of features Dynapac's
leadership positions across the innovative Seismic Volvo Penta, the marine unit of
commercial, industrial and technology, previously found Volvo, has entered into a
R&D functions within the only in its soil compactors. strategic partnership with FTMH
Construction Equipment Seismic technology (Fantuzzi Team Material
segment of the company. Most automatically adapts Handling), an Italian heavy
recently, he served as a Global vibration frequency to equipment manufacturer, to
Quality & Reliability Director, optimise compaction collaborate on the development
where he was responsible for efficiency on both drums, of a comprehensive lineup of
current and new product dynamically adjusting to electric forklifts. The joint effort
quality, reliability and changing surface conditions. aims to create a range of electric-
validation methods, covering This intelligent system not powered forklifts capable of
all construction equipment only enhances compaction lifting weights up to 52 tonnes.
manufactured in plants spread results but also contributes to With robust infrastructure and
across the world. fuel savings, reduced clearly defined duty cycles, a
vibrations, and minimized smooth transformation within the
Contact: CASE CE industry is anticipated.
cab noise.
Tel: 011-6654-4151
Email: caseindia@cnhind.com Contact: Dynapac Contact: Volvo Penta
Website: www.casece.com Website: www.dynapac.com Website: www.volvopenta.com

cement Update
Cement prices may decrease 1-3 per cent Shree Cement

despite strong demand plans `60 billion
investment for
had been steadily increasing over capacity boost
the past four years, with a
Shree Cement has announced
compound annual growth rate
its plans to expand its
(CAGR) of 4 per cent. This led to
production capacity and
a record high price of `391 per
establish a new grinding facility
50 kg bag in the previous fiscal
in Bengal. The company aims
year. The report emphasised the
to achieve a production
growing competitiveness within
capacity of 80 MT by 2030.
the industry. Since the beginning
It has decided to undertake
Crisil report suggests that the of 2023, there has been a
four projects, which collectively
cement prices may witness a decline moderation in cement prices, which
add up to 10.5 MT of cement
of 1-3 per cent in the current fiscal can be attributed to the gradual
capacity. The investments
year, despite the presence of a decrease in energy costs and the
required for these projects
strong demand. The report also efforts of manufacturers to capture
are estimated to be around
mentioned that the prices of cement a larger market share.
`55 to 60 billion. The new
plants will be located in Uttar
Pradesh, Punjab, Karnataka,
Kesoram Industries JK Lakshmi and Bengal. Shree Cement has
aims at scaling up Cement to lead already applied for government
clearances for acquiring land
operations `80 billion capex in these locations.
Kesoram Industries Ltd, a maker for growth Contact: Shree Cement
of cement, is still fighting to get JK Lakshmi Cement has Tel: 033-22309601
out of trouble and plans to announced its plans to invest Website: www.shreecement.com
expand operations and refinance approximately `80 billion
its expensive debt in order to turn over a span of six years.
a profit. As part of its plan to
raise money by selling non-core
Their goal is to increase their JSW Cement
capacity to 30 million tpa
assets, the B K Birla Group (tonnes per annum) from the raises $50 million
company, which has since projected 18 million tpa by the green debt
demerged its tyre and rayon end of FY24. The company
businesses to focus solely on aims to achieve this target by JSW Cement, a subsidiary
cement, was looking to sell 21 2030. In order to expand their of the $23 billion JSW Group,
acres of land to Hindustan Heavy immediate capacity, the announced the signing of a
Chemicals in West Bengal's company is currently in the Sustainability Linked Loan
Khardaha for 600 million this process of increasing capacity (SLL) deal with BNP Paribas
fiscal. It reported a net loss of at their subsidiary, Udaipur Singapore to raise `4 billion.
`1150 million in FY23 and Cement Works in Rajasthan, JSW Cement has raised its
`1300 million in FY22. Kesoram's by 2.5 million tpa. This second green debt capital in a
full-time director Radhakrishnan expansion involves both year, bringing its SLL-based
stated that the firm was focusing clinker and cement-making green investment to `8 billion.
its efforts on scaling up capacities of 1.5 million tpa In October of last year, the
operations and that it planned to and 2.5 million tpa respectively, business struck another
sell 8 million tonnes of cement in requiring an estimated `4 billion SLL arrangement
the current fiscal year, up from capital expenditure of with Japan's Mitsubishi UFJ
7.02 million tonnes in FY23. `16.50 billion. Financial Group (MUFG).
Contact: Kesoram Industries Contact: JK Lakshmi Cement Contact: JSW Cement
Tel: 033 2210 9455 Tel: 011-66001112 Tel: 022-42861000
Email: corporate@kesoram.com Email: jklc.customercare@jkmail.com Email: info@jswcement.in
Website: www.kesocorp.com Website: www.jklakshmicement.com Website: www.jswcement.in

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UPCOMING PROJECTS
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AIRPORTS
1 Airports Authority Proposals to construct a new airport 2,400 Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan, Safdarjung Conceptual
of India (AAI) terminal building at Vishakhapatnam of Airport, New Delhi-110003, Delhi.
the size of the old one at the city airport T: 011-24632950
are sent to the Airports Authority of India.
CEMENT
2 Wonder Cement Project of Wonder Cement inlcudes 18,000 17, Old Fatehpura,Near Seva Conceptual
integrated cement plant which will have Mandir, Udaipur-313004,
a capacity of 25 MTPA cement and can Rajasthan. T: 0294-2777777,
generate 40 MW. It can employ 825 headoffice@wondercement.com
people.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE
3 Mahindra & Global development institution IFC will 6,000 Mahindra Towers, 1st Floor, Conceptual
Mahindra invest in a new last-mile mobility (LMM) Dr. G. M. Bhosale Marg, Worli,
company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mumbai 400018. T: 022-24931449,
Mahindra & Mahindra that will be newly F: 24915890
incorporated (NewCo).
4 Ministry of Heavy India's public sector undertaking oil 8,000 Shri Rama Kant Singh, Director, Conceptual
Industries companies will soon be setting up 7,432 Room No. 176, Udyog Bhawan,
electric vehicle (EV) charging stations New Delhi, Delhi. T: 011-23061862/
with the support of a subsidy transfer by 23063598/23061339,
the Ministry of Heavy Industries. singh.ramakant59@nic.in
5 Goyal Aluminium Goyal Aluminiums plans to invest to set 2,000 2814/6, Chunamandi, Paharganj, Conceptual
up an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing New Delhi-110055, Delhi.
plant in Uttar Pradesh. The company has T: 011-49536409,
been allotted 4,000 sq m land from the info@goyalaluminiums.com,
Greater Noida Industrial Development www.goyalaluminiums.com
Authority (GNIDA) for the project.
6 LG Electronics LG Electronics India has invested on 3,000 Plot Number- 51, Surajpur Kasna Conceptual
India components for air-conditioners, Road, Greater Noida-201310, Uttar
including Rs 100o million for Pradesh
manufacturing of compressors, as part of
the production linked incentive (PLI)
programme of the government.

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HOUSING
7 DLF Realty major DLF will invest around Rs 35,000 Divya Puri, AVP (Corporate Conceptual
3,500 crore over the next four years to Communications & Brand)
construct a new luxury housing project in Management , DLF Centre, 9th
Gurugram as its seeks to tap strong Floor, Sansad Marg, New
demand for residential properties. Delhi-110001. T: 011-42102030,
M: 9899323869, puri-divya@dlf.in,
(Mohit Gujral, CEO)
8 Maharashtra In the budget presented by the 58,000 Vaishali Gadpale, Chief Public Conceptual
Housing and Area Maharashtra Housing and Area Relation Officer, MHADA,
Development Development Authority (MHADA), it has Grihanirman Bhavan Kalanagar,
Authority been proposed to construct 12,724 flats Bandra (E), Mumbai 400051,
(MHADA) in Maharashtra, of which 2,152 will be in Maharashtra. T: 022-26590911,
Mumbai, and 5,614 in Virar, Thane and 66405077, vsandansing1318@
Mira Road during 2023-24. mhada.gov.in (Uday Samant,
President, presidentmhada.
udaysamant@gmail.com)
9 Hiranandani Hiranandani Communities plans to spend 10,000 Niranjan Hiranandani, Founder & Conceptual
Communities Rs 1,000 crore on developing a premium MD, Olympia, Central Avenue,
residential project consisting of three Hiranandani Business Park, Powai,
towers at Panvel. The project will be Mumbai - 400076. T: 022-25763600,
launched this week and is expected to be F: 25706444, sales@hiranandani.net
completed within three years.
INFRASTRUCTURE
10 Government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi roll out 85,000 Sanjiv Shyam, Chief Engineer, PWD Conceptual
Assam, Public various projects, including an AIIMS and (Roads), Public Works (Roads)
Works four other hospitals, a bridge over Department, Office of the Chief
Department Brahmaputra and one methanol plant, Engineer, PWD (Roads) Chandmari,
in Assam. Guwahati 781003, Assam.
T: 0361-2660079, as-guw2@nic.in
11 Government of Ramsharan Yadav, Mayor, Bilaspur, tabled 10,247.20 Office of CHiPS Civil Lines, Conceptual
Chhattisgarh a budget which pushed for conservation Raipur-492001, Chhattisgarh.
of Arpa river- the lifeline of Bilaspur, T: 0771-4014158, ceochips@nic.in
construction of two barrages, cleaning of
ponds using advanced machines and
new auditorium construction.
12 Gurugram The Gurugram Metropolitan 320 Suresh Kumar Chahal, Joint Chief Conceptual
Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has Executive Officer, Plot No. 3, Sector
Development rejuvenated a water body at Sikanderpur 44, Near HUDA City Centre Metro
Authority (GMDA) village, which was earlier filled with Station, Gurugram,
sewage and plastic. Haryana-122003. M: 9896136700,
e.gmda@gov.in

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13 National Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the 113,000 N N Giri, Project Manager, G-5&6, Conceptual
Highways foundation stone and dedicated to the Sector-10, Dwarka, New
Authority of India nation various projects related to Delhi-110075. T: 011-25074100 - 200,
(NHAI) railways, road connectivity and health 25093507, 25093514,
infrastructure development. F: 011-25093507-14
14 Government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the 17,800 Suresh Pratap Singh, Chief Engineer Conceptual
Uttar Pradesh, foundation stone and dedicated Civil (Level-1), Public Works
Public Works development projects in Varanasi. Department. T: 2334295,
Department M: 9415211407,
cepwdgorakhpur@gmail.com
15 Mondelez India Mondelez India is set to pump funds 40,000 Unit No. 2001, 20th Floor, Tower-3 Conceptual
between 2023 and 2026 to meet the (Wing C), Indiabulls Finance Centre,
growing demand for its products. The Parel, Mumbai-400013,
maker of Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolates Maharashtra.
will make investments in manufacturing
to expand reach.
OIL AND GAS
16 Hindustan Gujarat’s HPCL is planning to set up its 10,000 Rakesh Misri, Director (Marketing), Conceptual
Petroleum third Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) 3rd floor, Petroleum House, 17,
Corporation cavern or underground storage facility in Jamshedji Tata Road,
(HPCL) India. The facility will be set up in Mumbai-400020, Maharashtra.
Vadodara with a capacity to store 60,000 T: 022-22845158, 22863315,
tonne of LPG. 22863243
17 ExxonMobil ExxonMobil is investing to build a 9,000 22777 Springwoods Village Pkwy Conceptual
lubricant manufacturing plant at the Parkway Spring, TX 77389, United
Maharashtra Industrial Development States.
Corporation’s Isambe Industrial Area in
Raigad.
18 Indian Oil India's top oil company IOC will invest Rs 610,770 Ranjan Kumar Mohapatra, Conceptual
Corporation (IOC) 61,077 crore in building a petrochemical IOCL’s Director (Human Resources),
complex at Paradip in Odisha, its largest 3079/3, Sadiq nagar, New
ever investment at a single location as it Delhi-110049, Delhi.
doubles down on its transition plan. T: 011-26260142
POWER
19 Tata Power Tata Power has proposed setting up of a 10,000 Shalini Singh, Head - Corporate Conceptual
high voltage 400 KV line corridor for Communications, Bombay House,
Mumbai, to the state government and 24, Homi Mody Street, Mumbai 400
the state regulatory authority. 001, Maharashtra. T: 022-66658282,
67171682, shalinis@tatapower.com
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PRODUCT PARADE
CUTTING-EDGE BOARD
The BOILO BWP HDF Board, also known as "Boiling
Waterproof High-Density Fiberboard", is a product from
Action Tesa. A creative method and cutting-edge
technology are used to create the BOILO board. It has
undergone flame treatment to reduce the risk of fire
accidents in residence or business. The Boilo board's
fire resistance lowers flammability and lessens the
chance that a spark or igniter would burn down the
furniture or other woodwork.
Contact: Action Tesa
Website: www.actiontesa.com
TRULY WORLD-CLASS
Prince Pipes and
HIGH TENSILE CAPACITY
Fittings launched and The Fischer group of companies
unveiled its new has introduced the FAZ II
collection of luxury Plus bolt anchor. The new
faucets and extension has a higher
sanitaryware. The new tensile load-bearing
range entails a capability. Because cleaning
complete portfolio of the drill hole is no longer
world class faucets. The range goes by the names necessary, the setting process
Aurum, Titanio, Platina, Tiara, and Marquise. (M8-M24) becomes faster and easier. Features
Matchless in style and design they have been like an assessed suitability for dynamic applications
carefully curated following exhaustive industry and a service life of 120 years enable the
research. Argento, Meta, Kristal and Palladium powerful anchor to be employed for additional
complete the Prince bathware line. high-demand applications.
Contact: Prince Pipes and Fittings Limited Contact: Fischer
Mob: 9167491627 Website: www.fischer.in
Website: www.princepipes.com
TRANQUIL SUMMER FLOORING

Span Floors provides a tranquil line of summer flooring named
the Serene Summer collection. These flooring combine
wonderfully to create a unique space with their adaptable palette
of gentle natural tones. The collection includes calm, balanced
light colours that contribute to the casual, uncomplicated Nordic
look. The engineered and laminate decors in the summer
collection by Span Floors have been chosen for their beauty,
usefulness, and strength. The range comes in a variety of
shapes, including planks, herringbone, and chevron patterns,
making the flooring suited for various types of interior design.
Contact: Span Floors
Website: www.spanfloors.com
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Communication Feature
Aao Kartavya Nibhaye, Chalo Desh Banaye

Tata Hitachi Construction Machinery launches a new, distinctive communication
reminding us that building the India of tomorrow is not just a mere goal, but a duty we
must fulfil with dedication and passion.
Tata Hitachi
Construction
Machinery - a joint
venture between Tata
Motors Limited (40 per
cent) and Hitachi
Construction
Machinery Limited (60
per cent), has been an
integral part of India's
growth story for more
than six decades. The
organization’s
unwavering
commitment to
manufacturing high- SCAN TO WATCH
OUR NEW BRAND FILM
quality construction
equipment, has played
a crucial role in several This new creative takes a Hitachi's belief that every individual
significant infrastructure and mining warm, personal, and engaging has a role to play in building a
projects all across the country. approach, showcasing the act of brighter future for India.
Actively partnering the building the India of tomorrow as a "Aao Kartavya Nibhaye, Chalo
Government of India's 'Make in duty that each citizen must fulfil. Desh Banaye" is not only a
India' initiative, Tata Hitachi The creative expression of celebration of pride but also a call
manufactures a wide range of "kartavya" becomes the seamless to action. Tata Hitachi firmly
construction equipment in the bridge where the performance of believes that through one’s
plants at Dharwad and Kharagpur. one's duty and the purpose of strength, commitment, and
A commitment that has building the nation are interlinked. passion one can move the country
solidified the organizations The creative emphasizes the to reach new heights. The
position as a reliable solutions importance of growing up with communication reinforces the
provider for customers, delivering dreams and aspirations for both thought that it is the moral duty of
superior quality products and oneself and the nation, through the an individual to build a better
contributing to the nation’s innocent banter between siblings. tomorrow for the future generation.
economic development. Leveraging the conversation The new communication
The concept of the new between the two kids gives a very reflects the brand's deep-rooted
campaign originates from the real, emotive and micro vision of commitment to the country's
brand theme of Chalo Desh Banye how children are aware and ready growth and urges individuals
which is a clarion call to build the to contribute to building India. The to fulfil their responsibilities
nation. The new communication father validates their vision and is and actively contribute to the
takes a leap to showcase that as much a metaphor as he is proof nation's progress.
nation building is a duty which we of the multitudes who are building
all must fulfil with dedication, pride India every day, in their own way. (Communication by the
and passion. Capturing the essence of Tata management of the company)

Mumbai - The City of the Supertube

Geberit India celebrates 100 high-rise in Mumbai city equipped with its innovative
SuperTube technology.
Geberit in India has every mark in over 100 of these high-rise encountered, emphasizing the
reason to celebrate, as over 100 towers with its innovative transformative role played by the
high-rises in the sixth largest SuperTube technology, which was Geberit Sales and Marketing Team
metropolis in the world are launched in 2019. together with its partners in shifting
equipped with Geberit SuperTube. You can sense the excitement in the mindset towards SuperTube.
What Mumbai has accomplished Marketing Head, Manohar GM’s
has set a remarkable example that voice. “This is a big achievement A new slogan
is poised to be replicated in other for Geberit India – and the reason Managing Director, Abubaker
Indian cities. for a new campaign”, he says. No Koya confidently states, "The
Mumbai's skyline is truly wonder: It's the first time in the system has caught on with us."
impressive and is home to over 20 history of Geberit SuperTube; over Consequently, the new campaign
million people. Of the 17 tallest 100 installations in one single city. slogan becomes, "If it's high-rise, it
buildings in India, an astounding 16 The major success in Mumbai must be Geberit" - firmly
proudly stand in Mumbai, including heralds a new era for SuperTube in establishing Geberit SuperTube as
the top five. Geberit has made its India. A grand event, attended by synonymous with high-rise
Geberit representatives and buildings. Moving forward, Geberit
over 150 customers, in India recognizes the need to
celebrated the 100-plus continue promoting the SuperTube
SuperTube projects. During solution with concrete facts.
the event, Managing With the successful
Director Abubaker Koya campaign underway and
highlighted the crucial feedback from enthusiastic
factors that contributed to customers, the company now sets
this remarkable feat. A its sights on the next major cities:
specialized group, led by Hyderabad and Delhi, which are
Head of Technical Services destined to become the new
and Product Management SuperTube hotspots.
Andreas Mosebach,
discussed the initial (Communication by the
challenges they management of the company)

Electrotherm makes first homegrown

EV bikes
YoBykes is India’s first electric vehicle brand to start a new era in the Indian
automobile industry.
Transportation has become
very important in each stage of (VRLA/Lithium)
human civilization. If the present
means of transportation were not
developed, the situation of the
world would be totally different.
Transportation has contributed
much to the development of
economic, social, political, and
cultural fields and uplifting their
condition. Speedy industrialization
is impossible without development
of transportation.
Our Managing Director, Shailesh Drift DX
Bhandari had the vision to bring
hassle free transport to Indian
consumers and most importantly, to
make mobility easy and affordable.
Dependence of fossil fuel and
pollution from automobiles is
something that has been a great
concern for him for a long time.
Being an entrepreneur who thinks
ahead of time, he is the first to
launch EV to Indian market.
YoBykes, the conceptual
company was launched back in While there was very Our future plans
2000. We started our research to little awareness We want to activate all our
establish the EV concept. We hired When we started our journey, dealers by bringing in newer
stalwarts from the industry and affordability for the masses was the technology and are continuously
started the state-of-the-art facility in center point of our attention. investing in R&D. We have set up a
India in 2006. This was the launch Keeping that in mind, we then state-of-the-art R&D center. We will
of a new era in the Indian rolled out the base plan that one soon be launching newer models in
automobile industry. rupee can take you five miles. high-speed scooter category and
We ran several awareness Battery operated vehicles were motor cycles. We have been invited
campaigns to educate the masses. indeed very affordable and gives to set up and play a lead role to
Our business mantra is “If you more mileage. As trendsetters, we develop EV business in the African
are Omnipresent, you are are proud to say today that after subcontinent. We have completed
Omnipotent”. We set up a pan India 17 years, the big names are still all orders before time.
distribution network to ensure struggling to achieve the kind of
timely service, availability of parts market penetration that we did (Communication by the
and trained technicians. almost two decades ago. management of the company)

Industry 4.0 is transforming the businesses

Brij Bhushan Agarwal, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Shyam Metalics &
Energy Limited shares his insights on trends in the metal and mining sectors.
Shyam Metalics & supply and poor a circular economy, Shyam Metalics
Energy Limited, an infrastructure further & Energy Limited is committed to
Indian integrated complicate minimize its environmental impact.
metal-producing operations for The company strives to reduce
company, has emerged manufacturing specific direct net CO2 emissions
as a leading player in companies. To and meet its energy requirements
the steel industry with overcome these through captive power while
manufacturing plants in challenges, it is minimizing wastage by using
West Bengal and essential to provide alternative sources of raw materials
Odisha. Shyam Metalics regular training, without compromising product
& Energy Limited has a reward staff for quality. Water efficiency is prioritized,
strong focus on Long meeting long-term and measures are taken to minimize
Steel Products and safety goals, wastewater, recharge groundwater
Ferro Alloys, the company made its adopting the latest technological sources, maintain zero-effluent
debut on the stock exchanges in advancements, ensure proper discharge, and significantly reduce
2021 with a turnover of more than equipment and machinery, and noise and dust pollution. Shyam
12,000 crores. Boasting a four- maintain plant safety and efficiency. Metalics & Energy Limited also
decade-long journey in the Iron and upholds its vision to empower
Steel industry, Shyam Metalics & Industry 4.0 is a revolution communities with sustainable
Energy Limited has consistently The emergence of Industry 4.0 is livelihoods, actively engaging in
demonstrated its growth potential, expected to revolutionize the steel initiatives related to rural healthcare
maintaining a positive EBITDA since industry, offering tremendous and education, social infrastructure
its inception in 2005. benefits, opportunities, and development, and awareness and
Under the capable leadership of challenges. By incorporating skill development.
Brij Bhushan Agarwal, the Vice technologies like the Internet of
Chairman and Managing Director, Things (IoT), cloud computing and The emerging trends
Shyam Metalics & Energy Limited analytics, and AI and machine The mining and metals sector is
strives to deliver unmatched quality learning, manufacturers can undergoing fundamental shifts in
through customized value-added transform their production business and operating models. New
solutions to meet the unique processes. This transformation will business models offer opportunities
requirements of its customers. The make the steel industry more for miners to reposition themselves
company has combined capacity of dynamic, adaptable, efficient, for a changing future, with a focus
12.73 MTPA for intermediary and environmentally sustainable, and on strategies to rationalize, grow,
final products across all its inclusive. It will also lead to a and transform. Miners are exploring
manufacturing units. reduction in material resources innovative and sophisticated
and energy consumption and the approaches to mitigate supply chain
Significant challenges faced launch of new product designs that risks, including stronger relationships
However, the industry faces optimize the use of advanced with suppliers and collaborative
significant challenges that impede its materials and nanomaterials, contracting. The COVID-19
full potential. Low labour productivity shorten transport routes, and reduce pandemic has exposed
and high coking coal costs hinder transaction costs. Recognizing the vulnerabilities in the "just-in-time"
India, despite being one of the potential of this latest industrial model, leading to a balanced
world's largest Iron and Steel revolution, Shyam Metalics & Energy mix of "just-in-case" and
manufacturers. The country relies Limited is investing its resources, "just-in-time" supply strategies as
heavily on coal imports from time, and attention to fully leverage miners prioritize supply chain
Australia, subjecting it to price Industry 4.0. resilience alongside costs.
fluctuations and supply disruptions
due to weather-related factors. Committed to sustainability (Communication by the
Moreover, inconsistent electricity In the pursuit of sustainability and management of the company)

DIARY
Exhibitions, Conferences and Seminars
SL No. Event Date Organiser Location
JULY 2023
1 Construction Technology Summit 14 July 2023 CW / Asapp InFo Global New Delhi
AUGUST 2023
2 North East Infrastructure Summit 4 August 2023 IT / Asapp InFo Global Guwahati
3 Intex South Asia - Sri Lanka 09-11 August Colombo Sri Lanka
4 18th Construction World Architect 25 August 2023 CW / Asapp InFo Global Mumbai
& Builder Awards
SEPTEMBER 2023
5 GSSE 14-16 September 2023 Virgo Communications Bombay Exhibition Centre
6 IMEX 2023 1-3 September 2023 Bombay Exhibition Centre Mumbai
7 Techtextil India 12-14 September 2023 Bombay Exhibition Centre Mumbai
8 Electronica India 13-15 September 2023 Bengaluru Bengaluru
9 GujCONEX 21-23 September Helipad Exhibition Centre Gujarat

Gandhinagar
10 Expo Paint & Coatings 23-25 September 2023 Toredo Fairs India Dhaka, Bangladesh
OCTOBER 2023
11 Fire India 2023 5 - 7 October 2023 Services International Bombay Exhibition
Centre, NESCO,
Goregaon, Mumbai
12 World of Concrete Expo 18-20 October 2023 Informa Markets Bombay Exhibition
Centre, NESCO,
Goregaon, Mumbai
13 Cable & Wire Fair 2023 06-08 October Pragati Maidan New-Delhi
14 Road INFRATECH Expo 10-12 Oct 2023 Pragati Maidan New-Delhi
15 13 India Roads Conference

th
13 October 2023 Infrastructure Today / Delhi
Asapp InFo Global
16 11th Equipment India Awards 13 October 2023 EI / Asapp InFo Global Delhi
17 International Railway Equipment 12-14 October, 2023 Pragati Maidan Delhi

Exhibition
18 ACETECH 6-8 October, 2023 BIEC - Bangalore Interna- Bangalore

tional Exhibition Center
19 21st Construction World Global 13 October 2023 CW / Asapp InFo Global Delhi
Awards
November 2023
20 IME 2023 19-23 November 2023 Tafcons Projects Kolkata
21 25th Green Building Congress 23-25 November 2023 Chennai Trade Center Chennai
(IGBC - CII)

EMD/ SUBMISSION/
SL TENDER DOCUMENT
ORGANISATION LOCATION DOCUMENT OPENING
No. VALUE (`) SALE DATE
COST (`) DATE
POWER
1 Madhya Pradesh Power Generation Gandhisagar, 3900000000 10000000 / 50000 12/09/2023 12/09/2023 /
Company Madhya Pradesh 12/09/2023
Details: Tenders are invited for design, engineering including reverse engineering, Contact: Chief Engineer(OandM) Hydel Shed No. 15, Vidyut
manufacturing, supply, erection, testing and commissioning for renovation and Nagar, Rampur, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. T: 0761-2664746,
modernisation of 5x23 MW units of Gandhisagar Hydel Power Station. cehydeljabalpur@gmail.com
TENDERS
RAILWAY
2 South East Central Railway Raipur, Chhattisgarh 2578400000 12892000 / NA 11/09/2023 11/09/2023 /
11/09/2023
Details: Tenders are invited for construction of 4th railway B.G. line in between Contact: Deputy Chief Engineer (Con), Raipur-492009
Rajnandgaon-Dongargarh stations in the state of Chhattisgarh in South East Central Chhattisgarh
Railway on Engineering. Procurement & Construction (EPC) mode.
CONSTRUCTION
3 National Highways Authority of India Tajpur, Bihar 1145752265 11458000 / 20000 05/07/2023 05/07/2023 /
06/07/2023
Details: Tenders are invited for construction of VUP at Tajpur Junction (Existing Contact: Awadhesh Kumar, G-5&6, Sector-10, Dwarka,
chainage 565.550), Mushrigharari Junction (Existing Chainage 574.550 and Dalsingh New Delhi-110075, Delhi. T: 011-25074100/200
Sarai Junction (At Existing Chainage 539.660) on EPC Mode in the state of Bihar. (Extn.1161/3341)
Coal
4 South Eastern Coalfields Chirimiri, 4277452800 5000000 / NA 03/07/2023 03/07/2023 /
Chhattisgarh 05/07/2023
Details: Tenders are invited for introduction of one set of low height continuous miner Contact: GM(CMC), SECL Bhawan, Seepat Road,
package for winning coal without blasting in Vijay West UG project of Chirimiri Area of Bilaspur-495006, Chattisgarh. M: 09425531784/
SECL on hiring basis with min guaranteed production per annum for 1st to 8th 9425531548/ 9425531210, gmcivilhod.secl@gmail.com
July 2023
production year as 0.50 MTY.
PORT
5 Military Engineer Services Mumbai, 2200000 44000 / 500 03/07/2023 03/07/2023 /
Maharashtra 10/07/2023
Construction World
Details: Tenders are invited for consultancy services for upgradation and augmentation Contact: Brig Pankaj Yadav, CE, LBS Marg, Lion Gate, Mumbai,
of Duncan and Bombay Docks at Naval Dockyard Maharashtra. (Shri Mahesh Chander, Director (Contracts),
151
T: 022-22661139, M: 08594033681, maheshc110-cgo@nic.in
CONTRACTS AWARDED
BAGGED IT!
Titagarh Wagons Chennai Metro Rail Va Tech Wabag

Contract value: `96,000 mn Contract value: `85,000 mn Contract value: `44,000 mn
Particulars: Railway Particulars: Metro Particulars: Water
Company has been awarded a Aarvee Associates Architects Company secured a Design, Build,
contract by Indian Railways to Engineers and Consultants were Operate (DBO) order from Chennai
deliver 80 sleeper class Vande granted the contract as consultants Metropolitan Water Supply and
Bharat trains. to develop the Detailed Project Sewerage Board (CMWSSB) to
Report (DPR) for the Madurai mass construct a 400 MLD SWRO
rapid transit. desalination plant.
Ashoka Buildcon Vibrant Energy SIPL Group

Contract value: `22,850 mn Contract value: `22,000 mn Contract value: `19,470.6 mn
Particulars: Power Particulars: Renewable Energy Particulars: Construction
Infrastructure company has received Company has secured project Received contract for Engineering
Letter of Award (LoA) from the from Power Finance Corporation Procurement Construction (EPC)
Maharashtra State Electricity (PFC) to develop 300 MW of testing, commissioning, trial run,
Distribution Company (MSEDCL). wind-solar hybrid power projects operation, and maintenance of
in Madhya Pradesh and Rewa Bansagar MVS district Rewa in
Karnataka. single package on turnkey basis.
HFCL Reliance Industries Chennai Radha

Contract value: `1,238.4 mn Contract value: `7,326.3 mn Engineering works
Particulars: Telecom Particulars: Oil and Gas Contract value: `2,239 mn
Received the purchase orders from Company awarded contract for Particulars: Coal
Reliance Projects & Property 1911ns-high speed diesel oil (hsd) Awarded contract for operation and
Management Services for supply of conforming to IS: 1460 (latest maintenance of mechanised coal
optical fibre cables. Revision). handling plant.

PROPERTY RATES
RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
MUMBAI
South Mumbai Residential Commercial Central Suburbs Residential Commercial

*`/sq ft *`/sq ft *`/sq ft *`/sq ft
Churchgate 46,114-49,658 25,938-28,649 Chembur 15,032-20,725 15,515-21,688
Cuffe Parade 48,055-57,371 23,556-27,759 Ghatkopar (West) 16,168-17,860 14,953-17,363
Colaba 41,618-50,078 28,120-33,385 Kurla 10,948-14,509 8,261-12,261
Dadar 36,423-41,203 28,547-36,976 Sion (West) 17,468-23,099 15,878-23,526
Prabhadevi 32,696-40,480 28,882-38,293 Wadala 19,422-21,961 18,400-20,429
Nariman Point 56,929-88,679 31,409-33,737 Residential Commercial

Navi Mumbai
*`/sq ft *`/sq ft
Napean Sea Road 58,544-79,843 31,932-47,904
Airoli 7,555-8,862 3,777-5,779
Western Suburbs Residential Commercial
*`/sq ft *`/sq ft CBD Belapur 8,496-10,555 4,247-8,445
Andheri (E/W) 21,084-29,948 17,571-24,188 Kharghar 6,925-9,366 5,520-6,802
Andheri (East) 14,352-18,809 13,839-16,268 Nerul 15,038-17,938 6,684-9,644
Bandra (E/W) 32,879-42,263 24,908-35,220 Panvel 7,710-9,762 3,085-6,183

Borivali (E/W) 11,189-14,129 9,139-10,643
Vashi 15,631-20,033 6,652-10,014
Kandivali (E/W) 13,614-18,218 13,614-18,739
Kamothe 8,434-8,752 6,366-12,503
Khar (E/W) 34,455-39,990 18,795-25,634
Kalamboli 5,020-6,526 2,510-4,217
Mahim (E/W) 25,487-34,665 15,292-22,430
Sanpada 10,806-14,998 8,928-14,239
Malad 13,499-18,687 12,699-14,648
Goregaon (E/W) 15,288-21,169 13,104-16,284 Juinagar 8,978-11,157 5,612-11,157
Vile Parle (E/W) 27,313-32,296 18,383-25,004 Koperkhairane 1,1687-13,800 5,565-6,924
Contact: Bhavin Kanabar, Space Realtors (India), Mumbai. Tel: 022-4299 9999. Mobile: (0) 99677 80009. Website: www.spacerealtors.in
Neeraj Agarwal, Sunny Real Estate Consultants, Navi Mumbai. Mobile: (0) 97027 33333. Website: www.sunnyconsultants.com
* The rates are subject to change based on the market fluctuations.

PROPERTY RATES
RESIDENTIAL
AND COMMERCIAL
The ultimate Advertising
platform for SMEs! KOLKATA
Kolkata Residential Commercial
*`/sq ft *`/sq ft
Excellent Opportunity ! Alipore 13,410-17,250 15,087-16,147
 Ensure High Visibility AJC Bose Road 14,932-19,038 13,864-16,393
 Generate Maximum Leads Ballygunge 10,713-12,436 9,854-12,330
 Grow Your Business Behala 4,348-4,811 6,730-8,366

Bhawanipore 11,015-12,310 10,997-13,494
Belvedere Road (Alipore) 12,001-18,151 9,230-9,983
Garcha Road 10,326-13,191 5,733-6,883
Kaikhali VIP Road 3,855-5,195 6,571-7,214
Lake Town 5,548-5,901 4,424-5,372
Naktala Road 4,235-5,221 7,998-9,240
New Alipore 7,606-9,716 14,539-18,075
Park Street 16,767-23,945 16,767-23,311
Prince Anwar Shah Rd 13,123-14,292 8,158-11,434
Salt Lake (Sec V) 7,262-8,677 3,928-5,303
New Town (Rajarhat) 5,921-7,059 4,955-7,005
A premium section for SMEs to Shakespeare Sarani 15,732-19,560 15,732-20,061
make an impactful presence among Thakurpukur 3,784-4,189 6,072-7,142
Decision Makers. Baguihati 2,727-2,904 6,488-7,286

Sealdah 9,194-10,457 6,303-7,354
Park Circus Connector 6,956-10,796 11,250-15,497
It is equipped with: Garia 5,926-7,384 5,457-7,594
 Project data and contacts which is Shyambazar 8,978-11,413 10,034-14,525
of high referral value
Contact: Pioneer Property Management, Kolkata.
 Building Material rates Tel: 033-4002 5555, 4018 5555. Mobile: (0) 98300 56308.
 Contract Awarded Website: www.pioneerproperty.in
 Product Launches
 Upcoming Events * The rates are subject to change based on the market fluctuations.
 High OTS (Opportunity To See) Value
FOR ADVERTISING
Mumbai - 022-2419 3000
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chennai DELHI
Chennai Residential Commercial Delhi Residential Commercial
*`/sq ft *`/sq ft *`/sq yard *`/sq ft
Alwarpet 13,970-22,363 16,438-19,779 Connaught Place 30,702-36,974 19,340-47,009
Anna Nagar 9,216-14,375 7,766-10,782 Chanakyapuri 21,017-29,695 32,298-60,127
Ashok Nagar 8,137-14,159 12,076-13,139 Defence Colony 18,154-24,185 27,909-47,417
Besant Nagar 11,250-17,698 9,478-12,302 Dwarka 4,044-17,537 7,583-24,962
Egmore 11,708-16,117 16,715-18,272 Greater Kailash 16,014-21,368 27,242-47,324
Kilpauk 9,182-15,485 15,614-20,445 Hauz Khas 21,652-31,214 21,154-36,437
Guindy 10,894-15,789 13,533-16,433 Janpath 25,629-41,013 24,297-42,345
Kodambakkam 13,760-19,112 13,760-19,112 Kalkaji 8,613-10,798 12,639-17,532
Lloyds Road 14,237-16,297 14,668-16,724 Karol Bagh 17,238-21,418 14,545-37,482
Mylapore 12,648-22,354 22,770-26,777 Rajendra Nagar 2,868-3,233 14,082-28,904
Mogappair 5,364-8,365 10,449-16,416 Saket 11,877-14,799 22,166-41,636
Perungudi 6,047-8,267 7,544-9,423 Vasant Vihar 14,015-17,656 19,894-36,784
Nungambakkam 15,749-20,204 17,501-20,667
Anna Salai 17,727-18,859 18,711-20,311 NCR
Thanikachalam Nagar 12,230-15,726 12,230-15,726
Tambaram 4,100-5,224 4,850-7,129 Lajpat Nagar-Ghaziabad 3,058-4,510 4,626-6,672
Thiruvanmiyur 8,275-10,596 8,403-11,136 New Gurgaon 6,221-7,515 7,434-6,2049
Velachery 11,604-14,795 11,701-15,471 Greater Noida West 3,733-4,253 4,542-39,104
Contact: Prabhu B, Atlas Estates. Tel: 044-4861 6554. Ashwani Singh Virk, Jagson Realtors.
Mobile: (0) 99419 45554. Website: www.atlasestates.in Tel: 011-4175 1117. Mobile: (0) 98101 94724.
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CEMENT
(Unit: 1 metric tonne; price in `)
Mumbai Delhi Chennai Pune Hyderabad Bengaluru Ahmedabad Kolkata
ACC
Grade 43 9,302 9,943 9,258 8,200 8,170 9,791 9,085 8,349
Grade 53 9,806 9,273 9,087 9,043 8,689 9,239 8,577 8,335
PPC 9,050 10,019 9,181 8,566 8,490 10,065 9,245 8,268
Ambuja
Grade 43 9,233 9,867 9,187 8,139 8,107 9,719 9,016 8,286
Grade 53 9,790 9,147 8,964 8,921 8,675 9,101 8,459 8,221
PPC 9,062 9,933 9,194 8,576 8,501 9,963 9,258 8,198
Ultratech
Grade 43 9,233 9,892 9,212 8,139 8,107 9,719 9,256 8,286
Grade 53 9,795 9,175 9,208 9,165 8,681 9,106 8,465 8,226
PPC 9,021 9,913 9,175 8,538 8,463 9,917 9,239 8,161
Birla Super
Grade 53 9,224 9,160 9,258 9,308 9,273 10,872 9,285 8,302
White Cement
Birla 36,947 29,487 28,622 24,106 23,896 28,712 25,296 28,761
JK 39,337 27,115 28,969 28,517 25,773 265,319 29,483 28,711
Coromandel Cement
Grade 43 9,745 NA 8,720 8,593 8,673 9,707 8,526 8,336
Grade 53 9,058 NA 9,269 8,231 8,200 10,539 8,801 8,312
PPC 9,621 NA 8,717 8,675 9,045 9,614 8,356 8,121
Vasavadatta Cement
Grade 43 9,951 NA 8,731 8,595 8,720 NA 9,055 8,817
Grade 53 9,198 NA 9,209 8,289 8,167 10,206 NA 8,730
PPC 9,857 NA 8,758 8,630 9,052 9,428 NA NA
GST 28 per cent included for all cities.

Mumbai: Tejas J Vora, Recons Group of Companies. Tel: 022-6169 1000, 2617 3045. Mobile: (0) 98336 73045. Shekhar, Neelesh Industrial Agency. Tel: 022-2408 2121.
Mobile: (0) 93247 16192. Kirti Shah, Paras Sales Corporation. Mobile: (0) 92241 87800. Delhi: Girish Agarwal, Mahabir Building Material Store. Tel: 011-2664 2348.
Mobile: (0) 98100 62315. Chennai: C Vijay, Chendur Murugan Cements. Mobile: (0) 96001 67888. Pune: Ravindra, Kamal Distributors. Mobile: (0) 98224 28574.
Hyderabad: Ramesh, Sai Ram Steel Traders. Mobile: (0) 93934 57676, 93927 47575. Bengaluru: A Vinod, Sri Kodikrupa Enterprises. Mobile: (0) 97311 16894.
Ahmedabad: PD Agrawal, Agrawal Traders. Tel: 079-2585 1616. Kolkata: Pintu Roy, Arun Distributors. Tel: 033-2557 8632. Mobile: (0) 98309 97677, 98309 97672.
PAINTS: ENAMEL-WHITE
(4 litre: Price in `)
Asian Paints 1,466 1,390 1,305 1,321 1,491 1,431 1,280 1,350
Kansai Nerolac 1,466 1,390 1,305 1,321 1,491 1,431 1,280 1,350
Berger 1,466 1,390 1,305 1,321 1,491 1,431 1,280 1,350
Shalimar 1,466 1,390 1,305 1,321 1,491 1,431 1,280 1,350
ICI 1,466 1,390 1,305 1,321 1,491 1,431 1,280 1,350
18 per cent GST extra for all cities.

Mumbai: Pragnesh Kapasi, Poojan Colour Point. Mobile: (0) 78755 18999. Delhi: KL Wasan, Wasan Enterprises. Mobile: (0) 98105 81561, 98716 66577.
Chennai: Umesh Dave, Tamilnad Traders. Mobile: (0) 72000 97550. Pune: Tejas Vora, Shahabad Cement Depot. Tel: 020-2588 5700. Mobile: (0) 99608 00820.
Hyderabad: Mukesh Chaudhary, Tirupathi Hardware. Mobile: (0) 99633 47374. Bengaluru: GV Balakrishna, Balaji Paints and Hardware. Mobile: (0) 94487 55711.
Ahmedabad: Shanti Prajapati, Swastik Traders. Tel: 079-2646 4766. Kolkata: Saif Alam, Hindusthan Paints. Tel: 033-4060 5635, 36. Mobile: (0) 80480 05598.
CLEAR GLASS
(Unit: 1 sq ft; Price in `)
4 mm 59 43 47 68 48 56 57 54
5 mm 65 46 55 88 54 66 63 64
6 mm 84 58 68 105 66 79 75 73
Mumbai: Shabbir, Galaxy Glass Dealers. Tel: 022-2568 4351. Mobile: (0) 98207 69157. Delhi: Ajay Dhamija, Ajay Glass. Mobile: (0) 98102 65787. Chennai: Mohammed
Inaamullah, Metro Glass Corporation. Mobile: (0) 98400 30316. Pune: Nomani Kachwala, Poona Glass Depot. Tel: 020-2445 9238. Mobile: (0) 99602 50786. Hyderabad: Firoz
Hussain, Safe Glass Store. Tel: 040-6515 2786. Mobile: (0) 90006 52786. Bengaluru: AV Stayanarayan, Sri Venkateshwara Glass and Plywoods. Mobile: (0) 93437 05809.
Ahmedabad: Anil Maken, Rajkamal Corporation. Tel: 079-2220 4090. Mobile: (0) 93761 12220. Kolkata: Pradeep Khetan, RP Glass Traders. Mobile: (0) 93304 60999.

WOOD (Unit: 1 cu ft; Price in `)

Sal Wood 871 2,205 2,224 700-2,300 700-1,500 600-1,300 500- 1,300 2,672
Silver Wood 720 1,632 543 653 1,400 450-1,200 400-1,200 1,867
Sagwan Wood 1,664 1,600-4,000 2,609 1,812 1,000- 4,500 2,175 1,507 2,530
Pine Wood 831 560 1,278 453 650-800 410-6,900 NA 600-1,200
PLYWOOD (Unit: 1 sq ft; Price in `)

Commercial
4 mm 32 42 29 43 38 44 40 37
6 mm 39 52 41 54 48 45 41 45
12 mm 53 49 58 66 59 59 69 55
18 mm 56 102 80 74 67 87 90 62
Waterproof
4 mm 38 35 44 47 51 48 62 54
6 mm 55 45 62 59 68 61 71 62
12 mm 67 55 91 80 70 98 99 81
18 mm 82 76 112 96 103 103 81 99
MDF (Unit: 1 sq ft; Price in `)

6 mm 37 23 28 35 38 37 56 54
9 mm 35 24 29 34 50 44 73 59
12 mm 44 35 41 45 50 54 80 85
18 mm 49 46 53 54 62 67 93 80
Mumbai: Lucky Ply & Laminates. Tel: 022-6113 0000, 2871 2556. Mobile: (0) 74981 88777. E-mail: umesh@timexply.com. Bharat Kothari, Kunal Timber. (Wood, Plywood, MDF).
Tel: 022-2836 5879. Mobile: (0) 98696 20982. Delhi: Gangan Mohan, Ashu Plywood. Moblile: (0) 98117 16949. Chennai: Deva Kumar, BIS Building Interior Solutions.
Mobile: (0) 90430 72221. Pune: Praful Chaudhary, Kailash Shah, Mayur Plylam. Tel: 020-2638 6678. (Wood, Plywood, MDF). Harshid Jain, Shree Vinayak Plywood & Hardware.
Mobile: (0) 98237 48729. Hyderabad: Ali Mohammed, New Fame Timber Traders. Tel: 040-3951 7454. Mobile: (0) 98480 43123, 98853 78122, 90000 10700.
Bengaluru: Poonam Kumar, Laxmi Home Studio. Tel: 080-3376 3006. Mobile: (0) 97425 55195. (Plywood, MDF). Shahabuddin Ali, Inaam Timber and Steel.
Mobile: (0) 98453 40921. (Wood). Ahmedabad: Sumit Bagrecha, Virshakti Plywood. Mobile: (0) 98791 66731, 96620 04353. Kolkata: Ratanlal Khemka, Shree Chaitanya Timbers.
Tel: 033-2560 4129. Mobile: (0) 98302 73976.
ELECTRICAL WIRES (Unit: 1 m; Price in `)

1.5 sq mm 26 30 28 24 28 23 21 20
2.5 sq mm 29 34 37 31 52 31 30 36
4 sq mm 46 57 48 31 76 51 49 46
Mumbai: Sushil Electricals & Company. Tel: 022-2208 4491. Delhi: Sanjay Taneja, Taneja Electrical & Lights. (Polycab). Tel: 011-6622 3747, 4644 0016. JS Electricals.
Mobile: (0) 98111 56558. (Finolex). Chennai: Askhok Kumar, Sree Tambaram General Stores. Mobile: (0) 97890 50501. Pune: Hitesh Parwani, Parwani Enterprises.
Tel: 020-3993 6427, 4276 5947. Mobile: (0) 98904 76754. Hyderabad: Ramesh, Ramesh Electrical. Tel: 040-2770 0809, 6638 5400. Mobile: (0) 93488 88088.
Bengaluru: Muni Raj, Amar Electricals. Tel: 080-2225 8173. Ahmedabad: Anil Patel, Darshna Electricals. Mobile: (0) 99980 11000, 99743 18982. (Finolex).
Kolkata: Anand Singh, Sinha Electric Stores. Tel: 033-2235 4821. Mobile: (0) 90070 30333, 98302 70590.
STONES and TILES (Unit: 1 sq ft; Price in `)

Granite 166-2,240 82-294 93-320 71-8,930 81-254 68-441 111-366 68-847

Marble 90-266 67-218 70-292 82-478 64-260 52-478 71-349 78-4,402
Makrana 701-1,137 216-1,304 198-895 104-1,582 84-1,104 53-469 71-764 106-1,516
Kota 51-81 41-55 46-82 48-80 55-70 63-89 51-71 39-75
Cuddappa 53-73 52-76 40-64 40-57 33-43 40-64 40-70 46-74
GST 18 per cent extra for all cities.
Mumbai: Sushil Vohra, Vikas Marble & Granite. Tel: 022-2846 4150. Mobile: (0)98923 43332. Delhi: Alok Hasija, Meera Marbles. Mobile: (0) 98111 11569, 92120 43662.
Chennai: Sunil Agarwal, Sunshine Marbles & Granites. Mobile: (0)91766 14499. Pune: Santosh Ganeshkar, Mohan Stone Depot. Tel: 020-2612 8805.
Mobile: (0) 98605 03142, 98220 24803. Hyderabad: Mohammad Abdul Muqeet, Super Stones & Marbles. Mobile: (0) 99662 83516, 98855 13354. Bengaluru: Mohammed Ali,
Avon Granite and Marble Company. Mobile (0) 98805 92017. Ahmedabad: Rakhi T Neema, Rudra Ceramic and Stone. Tel: 079-3049 5171. Mobile: (0) 78785 01212.
Kolkata: SK Singh, Durga Marble and Tiles Co. Tel: 033-2552 1425. Mobile: (0) 94333 56962.
BUILDING MATERIAL PRICES
STEEL (Unit: 1 mt; Price in `)

Material Mumbai* Delhi* Chennai* Pune Hyderabad* Bengaluru* Ahmedabad
Reinforcement
MS 6 mm dia 64,823 52,167 52,652 70,984 55,901 72,340 52,979
TMT 8 mm dia 64,296 52,479 51,868 65,876 53,695 76,845 53,076
↑ 10 mm dia 63,593 52,527 52,225 64,935 53,746 75,964 53,442
TMT 12 mm dia 65,123 52,030 52,355 65,754 53,392 76,104 52,105
TMT 16 mm dia 64,209 51,762 52,086 66,699 56,943 74,287 52,407
TMT 20 mm dia 63,725 52,584 52,075 64,748 53,805 75,746 53,288
TMT 25 mm dia 63,491 52,374 51,816 64,441 56,480 75,397 53,021
Angle 50 x 50 x 6 65,120 49,274 48,447 68,713 54,103 68,642 52,631
150 x 150 x 12 69,100 49,271 48,310 70,028 55,590 75,227 53,067
Channel 75 x 40 64,861 49,714 47,993 67,896 54,357 68,830 53,062
100 x 50 64,994 50,141 48,453 68,522 54,819 68,790 54,259
125 x 65 66,887 49,919 47,719 69,696 54,009 68,944 52,414
150 x 75 66,429 49,875 49,520 71,353 55,596 67,923 53,209
200 x 75 66,488 50,043 49,193 70,148 53,985 69,482 53,752
300 x 90 68,720 50,371 49,367 72,435 54,341 71,094 53,947
400 x 100 71,296 49,317 49,015 73,715 54,048 73,139 51,933
Beams 125 x 70 67,081 46,873 47,986 69,208 53,608 66,520 53,405
150 x 75 65,923 48,761 48,967 68,432 54,112 69,095 55,415
200 x 100 66,039 50,080 49,481 69,977 54,680 69,977 56,002
250 x 125 68,347 49,488 49,915 73,177 54,337 71,035 55,616
300 x 140 69,118 49,336 49,578 74,279 55,663 70,708 55,992
400 x 140 69,569 49,158 48,701 73,340 53,817 71,360 55,928
450 x 150 70,754 49,138 47,905 71,652 52,941 71,002 55,022
500 x 180 73,908 49,719 49,366 76,494 53,790 75,001 55,006
600 x 210 75,805 49,752 56,120 NA 56,897 77,689 55,708
Plates 5-12 mm 73,409 41,513 45,756 76,301 NA 73,349 45,071
12-20 mm 73,186 39,135 43,360 73,372 NA 70,573 43,240
21-40 mm 74,155 39,240 45,581 74,222 NA 74,484 43,183
GST 18 per cent extra applicable for all cities.

Mumbai: Sunil Nagori, Viswanathan Iyer, Sansui Steels. Tel: 022-2867 3673. Mobile: (0) 98211 13673, (0) 98211 10010. Pune: Ashish Kasat, Manish Industrial
Corporation. Tel: 020-2566 8682, 2612 4182. Mobile: (0) 94220 15212. Chennai: Kunal Maheshwari, Kapil Metal Processing Agencies. Tel: 044-2522 5443.
Mobile: (0) 95000 95902. (Ravi Sanker). Hyderabad: Sushil Kumar, Sanjay Agarwal, Tulja Bhavani Ispat. Mobile: (0) 92477 85403, 98480 14420.
Bengaluru: Umang Agarwal, Kaushalesh Steels. Mobile: (0) 98450 22217. Ahmedabad: Ankit Mehta, Shree Mallinath Steel Traders. Tel: 079-6524 7800.
Mobile: (0) 99254 60170.
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Ponni M Concessao, a Chennai-based architect, has made history by becoming
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wonder, a one-of-its-kind innovation being built in Telangana. The three
sanctums, or Garbhas within the structure represent a modak dedicated to Lord
Ganesha, a Shivalay, a square abode devoted to Lord Shankar, and a lotus
shaped home for Goddess Parvati. The structure is 3D printed by Simpliforge
with their in-house developed system and indigenously developed material and
software. This by far is the first 3D printed structure globally as a place of
worship at this massive scale.

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