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DMRC forms DMIL and appoints Sanjay Jamuar as first CEO to run international metro projects

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has created a new entity, Delhi Metro International Limited (DMIL), and named Sanjay Jamuar as its first CEO. DMIL will pursue metro projects outside Delhi and abroad, while DMRC will continue its O&M and advisory roles, leveraging its existing expertise for international expansion.

Why It Matters

The move signals a formal expansion of DMRC's footprint beyond Delhi and domestically to international markets, with a dedicated entity and leadership to coordinate project development, advisory services, and financing support.

Timeline

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Profile of DMIL CEO and DMIL’s mandate

April 27, 2026

Sanjay Jamuar brings experience across Indian Railways, DMRC, and international work in the UK, USA, France, the Middle East, and Europe. He holds a postgraduate diploma in strategic leadership from Warwick Business School, UK, and has conducted research at Leeds University in transport economics. DMIL's mandate includes offering advisory services to authorities and lenders to help develop, improve, and prepare long-term metro and transit plans.

DMRC continues to handle O&M and consultancy roles for Indian metro projects

April 27, 2026

DMRC remains involved in operation and maintenance (O&M) contracts for the Chennai, Mumbai, and Patna metro projects and has acted as a consultant for nearly all major metro projects in India. DMRC has also undertaken construction work for metro projects in Mumbai, Jaipur, and Patna, and is currently engaged as a consultant on the Dhaka Metro project in Bangladesh.

DMRC forms Delhi Metro International Limited (DMIL) and names Sanjay Jamuar as first CEO

April 26, 2026

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) establishes a separate entity, Delhi Metro International Limited (DMIL), with the support of the Central government, and appoints former Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) officer Sanjay Jamuar as its first chief executive officer (CEO). DMIL will assist and set up metro projects outside Delhi and abroad.