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Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
Indore joins India's metro map: Madhya Pradesh gets its first urban rail line; key details here
In a major infrastructure milestone for Madhya Pradesh, Indore has officially joined India's growing metro network with the launch of the state's first metro rail service. The inauguration took place on May 31, 2025, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagging off the metro virtually from Bhopal during an event marking the 300th birth anniversary of Ahilya Bai Holkar, a revered figure in the region's history. The newly launched metro in Indore begins with a 6.3-km "Super Priority Corridor," connecting Gandhi Nagar Station to Super Corridor-3. This stretch includes five operational stations: Gandhi Nagar, Super Corridor-6, Super Corridor-5, Super Corridor-4, and Super Corridor-3. To encourage citizens to explore the new transit system, the metro is offering free rides for the first seven days. After the promotional week, ticket prices will range from INR 20 to INR 30, depending on the distance traveled. At the moment, the metro has three coach trains that can carry up to 980 passengers each. But when demand increases, the infrastructure is built to handle future six-coach trains, enabling a higher passenger volume. To make commuting easier, the trains are outfitted with contemporary features including real-time tracking, AI-based control systems, and QR code-based ticketing. Read more: Why Indians are turning to the EB-5 Visa for US: What it is and who is eligible One of the standout features of the Indore Metro is the inclusion of Platform Screen Doors (PSDs)—a safety system that prevents passengers from accidentally falling onto the tracks. Indore is the first Indian city to implement PSDs in collaboration with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC). The long-term plan for the Indore Metro envisions a total network of 31.32 km covering 28 stations across the city. The entire project, with an estimated cost of INR 7,500.8 crore, aims to significantly reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality, and offer a comfortable, eco-friendly alternative to road transport in a city with a population of over 3.5 million. Read more: 5 places in Rajasthan that aren't desert With this launch, Indore becomes the 24th city in India to operate a metro rail system, highlighting the central government's continued investment in sustainable urban infrastructure. As the network expands, it's anticipated that the metro connectivity will transform daily commutes and redefine public transportation in Madhya Pradesh's commercial capital. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CMRL to add 28 new 6-car trains by 2028
Chennai: Metro commuters can expect shorter waits and less crowding on peak-hour trains by 2028, as Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) plans to induct 28 new six-car trains on its phase I network. This will reduce train frequency to three minutes on corridor one (Airport-Wimco Nagar) and 4–5 minutes on corridor two (Chennai Central-St Thomas Mount), replacing the current arrangement where trains run every 6 to 12 minutes on some sections and often operate as short-loop services — such as between Washermenpet and Alandur — rather than covering the full stretch. CMRL's 54km phase I has seen rising ridership, pushing current infrastructure to its limits. "Anticipating a surge in demand following commissioning of phase II by 2026-27 and the extension of corridor one to Kilambakkam, CMRL is upgrading its fleet and operations," said T Archunan, director (projects), CMRL. By 2028, corridor one is expected to carry up to 13,900 passengers an hour in a direction, while corridor two may take about 5,600 during peak hours. To manage this, CMRL will transition to a combined fleet of 80 trains by 2028 — 52 existing four-car sets and 28 new six-car sets. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like O novo dispositivo que os idosos usam para ajudar na neuropatia (dor nos nervos) A arte do herbalismo Undo To support six-car operations, infrastructure upgrades are planned at 21 underground stations. Nineteen of these require electrical integration for Platform Screen Doors (PSDs) — glass doors on platforms that open only when trains arrive — and some need full platform extensions and fresh PSD installations. Elevated stations such as those at Guindy, Alandur, Airport, and CMBT will also receive new PSDs, as per tender documents. These retrofits are being planned to meet 2036 demand in one phase, avoiding repeat work later. Depots too are being scaled up. The Koyambedu and Wimco Nagar depots will see new stabling lines, upgraded washing plants, inspection bays, and MP (machinery and plant) capacity to handle the expanded fleet. Commuters say it's high time CMRL added more trains — 2028 already feels too late. "During morning peak hours, it's so crowded near the doors that boarding or getting off is a struggle, and it can get risky. Bags or clothes sometimes get caught in the automatic doors," said D Ramakrishnan, a resident-activist from Adambakkam.
