Afcons Secures ₹3,469 Crore EPC Contracts for Jewar Link Expressway and Lucknow Metro

Afcons Infrastructure announced on Thursday that it secured two major engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contracts in Uttar Pradesh, with a combined value approaching ₹3,469 crore. According to the company's senior management, these additions bring the firm's fresh orders secured in the 2026-27 period to ₹19,438 crore. Stakeholders can verify these project announcements through official corporate disclosures and statements released by the Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority and the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation.

Jewar Link Expressway Project

The Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) awarded the Jewar contract, valued at approximately ₹2,086 crore excluding GST.

• Scope: Construction of a 24.5-kilometre access-controlled greenfield Jewar Link Expressway.
• Design: Built as a six-lane corridor with expansion capability to eight lanes.
• Connectivity: Links the Noida International Airport at Jewar to create an integrated high-speed transportation network.

Afcons stated that the expressway aims to improve airport accessibility, reduce travel times, and enhance logistics efficiency by bridging the Yamuna Expressway and Ganga Expressway. The initiative is reported to support regional economic development and strengthen passenger and freight connectivity across western and central Uttar Pradesh.

Lucknow Metro Phase-1B Underground Section

The second contract comes from the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) for the design and construction of an underground stretch under Phase-1B of the Lucknow Metro.

• Value: Approximately ₹1,383 crore.
• Length: A 6.52-kilometre underground section.
• Infrastructure: Includes seven underground stations, civil and architectural works, utility systems, fire safety infrastructure, and transitional connectivity between underground and elevated sections.

Practical Implications and Verification

The awarded infrastructure projects are expected to impact regional transport networks upon completion. Observers and investors should consult official regulatory filings, stock exchange notifications, and state infrastructure board portals to track execution timelines and official updates.