RITES Secures Rs. 451 Crore Order from West Bengal Government
Filing Summary
RITES Ltd has secured a significant order from the Public Works (Roads) Directorate, Government of West Bengal. The order involves providing consultancy services as a Project Management Consultant for the construction of a 4-lane extra dosed bridge over the river Muriganga. The project connects Kachuberia (Sagar Island) with Kakdwip in South 24 Parganas. The contract, valued at approximately Rs. 451 Crore excluding GST, is to be executed over 48 months. This transaction is between a state government and a government company, not classified as a related party transaction.
RITES Ltd has announced the receipt of a major order from the Public Works (Roads) Directorate, Government of West Bengal. The order, dated March 7, 2026, involves consultancy services as a Project Management Consultant for the construction of a proposed 4-lane extra dosed bridge over the river Muriganga. This infrastructure project aims to connect Kachuberia (Sagar Island) with Kakdwip in the district of South 24 Parganas.
The order specifies that RITES will undertake the entire design and construction supervision as the Authority Engineer. The contract is valued at approximately Rs. 45,18,86,400, excluding GST. The project is expected to be completed within a timeframe of 48 months. This order has been awarded by a domestic entity, the Government of West Bengal.
The transaction is conducted between a state government and a government company, ensuring it does not fall under related party transactions. The filing confirms that the transaction is conducted at arm’s length, adhering to regulatory requirements.
The Public Works (Roads) Directorate is responsible for the planning, design, and maintenance of road infrastructure within West Bengal. The directorate plays a crucial role in enhancing the state’s connectivity and infrastructure development.
RITES Ltd is a government-owned engineering consultancy company specializing in transport infrastructure. The company focuses on providing comprehensive services in the fields of railways, highways, airports, ports, and urban transport. RITES is committed to expanding its project management consultancy services across various sectors, enhancing its portfolio in infrastructure development.