U.K., Jan. 18 -- The construction arm of Larsen & Toubro has secured a large order for its Heavy Civil Infrastructure business from Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) for Package Four of the New Broad-Gauge Line between the cities of Rishikesh and Karanprayag in the state of Uttarakhand, India.

In a statement, L&T says that the scope of the project includes the construction of Tunnels, Formation, Construction Shaft, and other Ancillary Works from Chainage 47+360 to 63+117kms between Rishikesh and Karanprayag.

"Establishing a rail link between Rishikesh and Karanprayag will not only facilitate easy access to Uttarakhand's pilgrimage sites, but also enable development of backward areas, connect new trade centres, and serve the resident populat...