RITES is on the move—literally and financially. The stock of this railway engineering giant jumped 6% after it secured major contracts both in Africa and back home in India.
Let’s break it down.
African Railways Bet Big on RITES
RITES received a $3.6 million order from an African rail company. What for? Two fully overhauled ALCO diesel-electric locomotives, specifically designed for Cape Gauge lines.
These locomotives will soon roll into Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Botswana.
But it’s not just about sending engines. The deal includes full warranty support and the deployment of a technical team on the ground.
Timeline? All of this is expected to be completed in just nine months.
It’s a big win, showing how RITES is becoming a go-to brand even outside India.
Back Home: Tumakuru Gets a Makeover
While Africa gets trains, India gets transformation.
RITES, in a joint venture with Aryan, secured a key project from South Western Railway.
They got a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) for the redevelopment of Tumakuru Railway Station in Karnataka.
This project is worth ₹37.81 crore (excluding GST) and includes civil work, signaling, telecom, and electrical upgrades.
The timeline is 540 days. That’s a little over one and a half years to give Tumakuru a complete modern facelift.
A PSU That’s Going Places
For those new to the name, RITES is a Miniratna (Category-I) public sector enterprise under the Government of India.
It works across sectors like transport consultancy, infrastructure, and railway engineering.
As of March 31, 2025, the Indian government held a 72.20% stake in the company.
So yes, it’s a PSU—but not the boring kind.
RITES is expanding fast, landing deals not just in India but abroad too.
It’s the kind of PSU India should be proud of—smart, agile, and in demand.
Final Word
From the dusty rails of Africa to the fast-growing stations of India, RITES is writing a solid success story.
This isn’t just about numbers or contracts. It’s about how Indian engineering is being trusted globally.
And with the government still holding a major stake, the future of RITES looks both steady and bold.
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