Power Mech Projects Limited (PMPL) has secured a strategic Rs. 296 Crore operations and maintenance (O&M) contract for the Mumbai Monorail. Spanning a 5-year period, the contract covers the 19.54 km corridor from Sant Gadge Maharaj Chowk to Chembur, including 17 stations. This win marks PMPL’s official entry into the urban mobility sector, leveraging its extensive experience in industrial O&M to provide enhanced safety, reliability, and transit services.
Strategic Entry into Urban Mobility
Power Mech Projects Limited has officially expanded its service footprint by securing a significant Rs. 296 Crore O&M contract from the Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited (MMMOCL). As of April 10, 2026, this win marks a pivotal shift for the company, establishing its presence in the urban transit market and diversifying its established portfolio of industrial and power sector services.
Contract Details and Operational Scope
The 5-year engagement involves the comprehensive maintenance and operation of India’s only straddle monorail system, which has been operational since 2014. PMPL will manage the entire 19.54 km route, encompassing 17 stations. The scope of work is extensive, requiring the operation of new advanced rolling stock and the management of upgraded Communication Based Train Control (CBTC) signaling systems, ensuring high-reliability service for daily commuters.
Leadership Perspective and Future Outlook
Mr. Sajja Kishore Babu, Chairman and Managing Director, noted that the project creates a powerful synergy between the company’s core industrial competencies and the specific, 24×7 demands of urban transit. By deploying qualified personnel and prioritizing a safety-first culture, Power Mech aims to improve transit efficiency and passenger comfort. This project is expected to enhance the company’s service reliability as it aligns its operational model with the growing opportunities in India’s national infrastructure pipeline.
Source: BSE
