URC Starts Construction on Chennai Metro Phase II’s Line 3

Under Package UG03, URC Construction Pvt. Ltd. has started construction on Metro Line-3 of Chennai Metro Phase II. The event was conducted at Thousand Lights Metro Crossover and was a traditional Pooja. At Thousand Lights Metro Crossover, trench cutters are already being used for the construction, which includes diaphragm wall (D-wall) work.

After being given the contract under Package UG03-RT01 for ₹1328.89 crore by Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL), Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) subcontracted the construction to URC. With a schedule of 1725 days (4.72 years), the project involves the full civil construction of five subterranean stations and partial work on two stations.

The construction of Chennai Metro Phase II’s Line 3 has officially begun, with URC Construction leading the development. This marks a significant milestone in the expansion of Chennai’s metro network, aimed at enhancing urban mobility and easing traffic congestion in the city.

Project Overview

Chennai Metro Phase II is a 118.9 km expansion, comprising three corridors:

• Line 3: Madhavaram to SIPCOT (45.8 km)
• Line 4: Lighthouse to Poonamallee (26.1 km)
• Line 5: Madhavaram to Sholinganallur (47.0 km)

URC Construction has commenced work on Line 3, which stretches from Madhavaram to SIPCOT in South Chennai. This corridor is expected to play a crucial role in connecting the city’s northern and southern regions, reducing travel time, and boosting public transport accessibility.

Scope of Construction

URC Construction has been awarded contracts for multiple sections of elevated and underground stations along Line 3. The scope of work includes:

• Civil construction of stations and viaducts
• Tunneling work in key sections
• Integration with existing metro and road infrastructure
• Implementation of safety and environmental measures

This multi-phase construction will involve advanced engineering techniques to ensure timely execution and minimal disruption to existing urban infrastructure.

Significance of Line 3 in Chennai’s Metro Expansion

Line 3 is a critical corridor in Phase II of Chennai Metro, offering connectivity to key business hubs, residential zones, and IT parks. The corridor will include important stations such as:

• Madhavaram: A major transport hub connecting different metro lines.
• Adyar and Tidel Park: Key business and IT zones.
• Perungudi and SIPCOT: Growing residential and commercial areas.

With 45.8 km of connectivity, Line 3 will significantly reduce travel time between northern and southern Chennai, benefiting thousands of daily commuters.

Economic and Environmental Benefits

The Chennai Metro expansion is expected to transform urban mobility with several key advantages:

1. Traffic Decongestion: Reduced dependency on private vehicles, easing road congestion.
2. Lower Carbon Footprint: Sustainable public transport reducing vehicular emissions.
3. Real Estate and Commercial Growth: Enhanced connectivity driving development in metro corridors.
4. Job Creation: Employment opportunities during the construction and operational phases.

Project Timeline and Future Prospects

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has set 2026-2028 as the tentative completion timeline for Phase II. With URC Construction already mobilizing resources, the project is expected to progress steadily, with continuous monitoring to ensure adherence to deadlines and quality standards.

Once operational, Chennai Metro’s Phase II will serve millions of commuters daily, positioning the city as a leader in sustainable urban transport solutions.

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