HCC Secures ₹2,566 Crore Contracts for Patna Metro Underground Construction
Hindustan Construction Company (HCC) has been awarded two contracts worth ₹2,566 crore by Patna Metro Rail Corporation Limited for Phase I of the Patna Metro Rail Project. The contracts involve constructing 10.67 km of underground tunnels and six metro stations. HCC will use Tunnel Boring Machines (TBM) for twin tunnels and cut-and-cover methods for some sections. The project includes architectural finishing, water supply, sanitary, and drainage works for stations along the Danapur-Khemnichak Corridor. This adds to HCC's extensive portfolio of metro projects across India, reinforcing its position in the infrastructure sector.

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Hindustan Construction Company Limited (HCC) has clinched two significant contracts for the Patna Metro Rail Project, marking a major milestone in the company's infrastructure portfolio. The contracts, awarded by Patna Metro Rail Corporation Limited (PMRCL), are valued at ₹2,566.00 crore and involve the construction of underground tunnels and stations for Phase I of the project.
Contract Details
The two contracts, worth ₹1,418.30 crore and ₹1,147.51 crore respectively, encompass the following scope:
- Construction of 10.67 km of underground tunnels using Tunnel Boring Machines (TBM)
- Development of six metro stations
- Design and construction of twin tunnels using shield TBM
- Cut-and-cover tunnel construction
- Underground ramps at Mithapur and Rukanpura
Project Specifics
Package PC-05
- Twin tunnels
- Underground ramp at Mithapur
- Three stations: Vikas Bhawan, Vidyut Bhawan, and Patna Station
Package PC-06
- Underground ramp at Rukanpura
- Three stations: Rukanpura, Raja Bazar, and Patna Zoo
Both packages include architectural finishing, water supply systems, sanitary, and drainage works for stations along the Danapur-Khemnichak Corridor.
HCC's Metro Expertise
HCC's involvement in the Patna Metro project further solidifies its position as a key player in India's metro infrastructure development. The company's current metro projects include:
- Mumbai Metro Line III: 4 km of twin tunnels and four stations
- Indore Metro Phase-1: 5.66 km of twin tunnels by TBM and seven underground stations
- Chennai Metro: Two packages under execution
HCC has previously contributed to several major metro projects across India, including:
- Delhi Metro
- Bangalore Metro
- Mumbai Metro Line I
- Kolkata Metro
Company Background
HCC, with an engineering heritage spanning nearly a century, has played a crucial role in developing India's infrastructure. The company has been involved in constructing:
Infrastructure Type | Contribution |
---|---|
Hydro Power generation capacity | 26% of India's total |
Nuclear Power generation capacity | 60% of India's total |
Expressways and Highways | Over 4,036 lane km |
Complex Tunnelling | More than 402 km |
Bridges | 403 |
Currently, HCC focuses on three main infrastructure sectors: Transportation, Power, and Water.
Investor Relations
In a separate announcement, HCC informed that its management will be participating in a group meeting with investors and analysts on September 25, 2025. The meeting, organized by Arihant Capital, will be based on publicly available information and will not involve any Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI).
These new contracts and ongoing projects underscore HCC's continued commitment to India's infrastructure development and its strong position in the construction sector.
Historical Stock Returns for Hindustan Construction Company
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