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Railway Sector Stocks Surge as RVNL Shares Hit Record High, IRCON International Secures New Order
Shares of railway sector companies witnessed a significant surge in the market today, with Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd (RVNL) leading the charge by hitting a record high. RVNL shares soared nearly 19% during the trading session, reaching an unprecedented peak.
The surge in RVNL stock followed the company’s recent agreement with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation for collaboration on upcoming infrastructure projects both in India and abroad. This comes as RVNL continues to secure new contracts and partnerships to strengthen its position in the industry.
Additionally, IRCON International, another key player in the railway sector, announced securing a new order in collaboration with a joint venture. The order involves a substantial project in Uttarakhand, spanning from Rishikesh to Karanprayag, with a total value of ₹750 crore.
Other prominent railway companies like RailTel Corporation and Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) also experienced notable gains in today’s trading session. RailTel Corporation saw a 10% surge after securing a significant order from Webel Technology, while IRFC’s shares rose by 7% during the day.
The railway sector in India is witnessing a surge in investor interest and market activity, driven by increased government spending on infrastructure development. Projects like the Vande Bharat train procurement and the National Rail Plan are contributing to the sector’s growth and attracting investment.
With the railway industry displaying strong performance and prospects for future expansion, investors and analysts are closely monitoring the developments in key companies like RVNL, IRCON International, RailTel Corporation, and IRFC.
Overall, the positive momentum in railway stocks reflects the optimism surrounding the sector’s growth trajectory and underscores the significant role of these companies in driving the country’s infrastructure development agenda.