National, 21st August 2025: Jupiter Wagons Limited (JWL) has announced that its material unlisted subsidiary, Jupiter Tatravagonka Railwheel Factory Private Limited (JTRFPL), has received a Letter of Intent (LOI) dated 19th August 2025 for the supply of 5,376 wheelsets (2688 Motor wheelsets and 2688 Trailer wheelsets) for the prestigious Vande Bharat train project, valued at approximately INR 215 crores.
This significant order underscores Jupiter Group’s growing role in strengthening India’s high-speed rail ecosystem and aligns with the Government of India’s continued thrust on expanding the Vande Bharat network across the country. The supply of advanced, high-precision wheelsets will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and durability of India’s flagship semi-high-speed trains.
Vivek Lohia, Managing Director, Jupiter Wagons Limited, commented: “We are thrilled to secure this order for the Vande Bharat project, which stands as a symbol of India’s engineering prowess and modern transportation vision. The LOI is a strong recognition of our capability in delivering world-class rail components. With this engagement, we reaffirm our commitment to support the country’s high-speed rail infrastructure and contribute towards a modern, self-reliant, and future-ready railway system.”
The INR 215 crore order further strengthens JWL’s presence in the rail components of passenger freight and high-speed rail space. As part of its long-term capacity building, the company is setting up a world-class production facility in Odisha, which will increase capacity from the current 20,000 forged wheels and axles annually to 1,00,000 forged wheelsets per year. Backed by an INR 2,500 crore investment, the expansion is expected to be completed by 2027, significantly reducing reliance on imports and bolstering India’s domestic manufacturing base.
Jupiter Wagons continues to expand its diversified portfolio, remaining steadfast in its mission to deliver innovation-led, high-quality solutions that support India’s journey towards modern infrastructure and Viksit Bharat 2047.
