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Indore metro achieves record-breaking progress in India's metro rail development

Indore's record-breaking metro construction, successful inaugural trial run, expansion plans, high capacity, and timeline for completion highlight its significance.

Moneycontrol News | October 01, 2023 / 10:22 IST
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The successful inaugural trial run of the Indore metro train covered a 6 km distance from Gandhi Nagar to Super Corridor stations. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, officials, and people's representatives participated in this maiden ride. (Image: @IndoreMPMRCL's x account)
The successful inaugural trial run of the Indore metro train covered a 6 km distance from Gandhi Nagar to Super Corridor stations. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, officials, and people's representatives participated in this maiden ride. (Image: @IndoreMPMRCL's x account)
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The construction of the Indore metro has set new records in India's metro rail development. The 6.3 km metro viaduct, including 2 monsoon seasons, was completed in just 484 days, and track laying was done in 4 months. (Image: IndoreMPMRCL's x account)
The construction of the Indore metro has set new records in India's metro rail development. The 6.3 km metro viaduct, including 2 monsoon seasons, was completed in just 484 days, and track laying was done in 4 months. (Image: IndoreMPMRCL's x account)
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The Indore metro project is a part of a larger plan. Once completed, it will cover more than 31 km with 28 stations, including both underground and elevated ones. There are plans to extend the metro to Pithampur and Ujjain via Sanwer by 2028. (Image: IndoreMPMRCL's x account)
The Indore metro project is a part of a larger plan. Once completed, it will cover more than 31 km with 28 stations, including both underground and elevated ones. There are plans to extend the metro to Pithampur and Ujjain via Sanwer by 2028. (Image: IndoreMPMRCL's x account)
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The three-coach metro trains will have a speed of 90 kmph and accommodate specially-abled passengers. They will be fully air-conditioned with seating for 50 passengers and standing space for 300. Automatic ticketing through the National Common Mobility Card will be available. (Image: IndoreMPMRCL's x account)
The three-coach metro trains will have a speed of 90 kmph and accommodate specially-abled passengers. They will be fully air-conditioned with seating for 50 passengers and standing space for 300. Automatic ticketing through the National Common Mobility Card will be available. (Image: IndoreMPMRCL's x account)
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Residents of Indore and Bhopal can expect metro facilities on the first two tracks by June 2024, with the entire project slated for completion by December 2026. This significant progress comes ahead of assembly polls in the state, underscoring its importance in the region's development. (Image: IndoreMPMCRL's x account)
Residents of Indore and Bhopal can expect metro facilities on the first two tracks by June 2024, with the entire project slated for completion by December 2026. This significant progress comes ahead of assembly polls in the state, underscoring its importance in the region's development. (Image: IndoreMPMCRL's x account)

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