The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) has completed the first pier cap on the second Agra Metro corridor, a 16 km stretch from Agra Cantt to Kalindi Vihar, with completion expected by mid-2026 Agra, May 20, 2025 – The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) has achieved a significant milestone construction.
The Agra Metro project by successfully installing the first pier cap on the second corridor at Agra Cantt. This development marks a crucial step forward in the city’s expanding metro infrastructure The second corridor, spanning approximately 16 kilometers, is an entirely elevated route connecting Agra Cantt to Kalindi Vihar.
It will feature 14 stations, all currently under construction. The corridor is expected to be completed by mid-2026 The pier caps, essential components of the elevated structure, are being constructed using precast technology at a dedicated casting yard in Dauki. Each cap weighs 65 tons and measures 9.6 meters in length, 2.9.
Meters in width, and 1.8 meters in depth. Their placement requires the use of a 400-ton crane The installation event, held on Saturday night, was attended by UPMRC Project Director Arvind Rai, senior officials, and representatives from Larsen & Toubro (L&T), the construction partner for the project Meanwhile, progress.
Continues on the first corridor of the Agra Metro, which stretches 14 kilometers between Taj East Gate and Sikandra. This corridor comprises 13 stations, including six elevated and seven underground. A 6-kilometer priority section, connecting Taj Mahal East Gate to Mankameshwar Temple and covering major heritage sites like.
The Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, is already operational Trial runs have been completed on four underground stations along commercial operations for the entire corridor expected to commence by December 2025 The Agra Metro project, encompassing both corridors, aims to enhance urban mobility and provide efficient public.
Transportation options for residents and tourists alike. Once fully operational, the metro system is expected to significantly reduce traffic congestion and contribute to the city’s sustainable development goals For more information and updates on the Agra Metro project, please visit the official UPMRC caps, essential components.
The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) has achieved a significant milestone in the development of Agra Metro’s second corridor by successfully placing the first pier cap at Agra Cantt. This elevated section, approximately 16 kilometers in length, will connect Agra Cantt to Kalindi Vihar and is expected to be.
The pier caps, each weighing 65 tons and measuring 9.6 meters in length, 2.9 meters in width, and 1.8 meters in depth, are constructed using precast technology at a dedicated casting yard in Dauki. The installation process involves the use of a 400-ton crane to position these heavy components accurately completed by mid.
The installation ceremony, held on May 17, 2025, was attended by UPMRC Project Director Arvind Rai, senior officials, and representatives from Larsen & Toubro (L&T), the project’s construction partner 2026 Simultaneously, progress continues on the first corridor of Agra Metro, which spans 14 kilometers between Taj East Gate.
Skandera This corridor comprises 13 stations, including six elevated and seven underground. A 6-kilometer priority section, connecting Taj Mahal East Gate to Mankameshwar Temple, is already operational. Trial runs have been completed on four underground stations, with full operations scheduled to begin by December.
The completion of the second corridor is anticipated to significantly enhance urban mobility in Agra, providing residents and visitors with improved connectivity and 2025 reduced travel times. The integration of advanced construction techniques and strategic planning underscores the commitment to delivering a modern and efficient metro system for the city.
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