The Gurugram Metro Rail Limited (GMRL) has launched tenders for the construction of the first phase of the Gurugram Metro, spanning from Millennium City Centre to Sector 9. The estimated cost of the project is ₹1,286 crore, and bids will be opened on April 22. The project will include.
15.22km of the metro rail viaduct, 15 stations, a 1.85km spur to Dwarka Expressway, and a ramp to the proposed depot in Sector 33. The metro stations in phase 1 will include Millennium City Centre, Sector 45, Cyber Park (Sector 46), Sector 47, Subhash Chowk, Sector 48, Sector 33, Hero Honda Chowk, Udyog Vihar phase six, Sector 10, Sector 37, Basai, Sector 9 and Sector 101.
Chander Shekhar Khare, managing director of GMRL, stated that the construction will start in May this year and transform the transport ecosystem of the city. The contractor will conduct a detailed survey of the alignment of the viaduct and build the station structure.
including track supporting structure, commercial area, and other civil works. A senior GMRL official said that the contractor will also set up a control room with round-the-clock radio communication or telephone switch board links with all safety offices and works sites.
The GMRL board plans to plant 16,600 trees as compensatory afforestation as the metro project requires felling of 1,660 trees. The board will collaborate with the forest department and Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) to plant these trees.
The much-awaited Gurugram Metro project has taken a significant step forward with the issuance of a tender for the construction of Phase 1. The metro expansion aims to enhance connectivity within the city and integrate it with the existing Delhi Metro network, easing daily commutes for thousands of residents.
Project Details and Scope
The Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation (HMRTC) has floated the tender for the first phase, which will cover a 28-km corridor connecting HUDA City Centre to Cyber City with multiple stations along the route. The project is expected to provide seamless transit to key commercial and residential hubs, addressing Gurugram’s growing traffic congestion. Key features of the Phase 1 project include:
- Total length: 28 km, mostly elevated.
- Key stations: HUDA City Centre, Subhash Chowk, Sector 45, Cyber Park, Udyog Vihar, and Cyber City.
- Integration: The line will be linked with the Delhi Metro’s Yellow Line for enhanced connectivity.
- Estimated cost: ₹6,000 crore, funded by the state government and external financial sources.
Significance for Gurugram
Gurugram has long faced challenges related to urban mobility, with heavy dependence on road transport leading to congestion and pollution. The new metro corridor is expected to:
- Reduce travel time for daily commuters.
- Improve last-mile connectivity in key business districts.
- Enhance real estate value along the metro route.
- Encourage a shift from private vehicles to public transport, reducing traffic and emissions.
Next Steps
With the tender process underway, authorities expect construction to commence in late 2025, with completion targeted by 2028. The project is part of a broader metro expansion plan, with future phases expected to extend connectivity to newer residential and industrial zones.
The Gurugram Metro Phase 1 project marks a crucial step toward modernizing the city’s transport infrastructure, promising a more efficient and sustainable urban mobility system.
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