India Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched Phase-I of the Ahmedabad Metro project in the state of Gujarat.
By flagging off the Ahmedabad Metro rail project, Modi travelled from Kalupur station to Doordarshan Kendra metro station.
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He also travelled on the train from Gandhinagar station to Kalupur Railway after flagging off Gandhinagar-Mumbai Vande Bharat Express.
The Phase-I Ahmedabad Metro project includes around 32km of the East-West corridor from Apparel park to Thaltej and the North-South corridor between Motera to Gyaspur.
Having a 6.6 km underground section with four stations, the Thaltej-Vastral route in the East-West corridor features 17 stations.
With 15 stations, the 19km North-South corridor connects Gyaspur to Motera Stadium.
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By GlobalDataThe complete Phase 1 project entails an investment of more than $1.57bn (Rs129bn).
Ahmedabad Metro features underground tunnels, viaducts and bridges, and elevated and underground station buildings, in addition to ballastless rail tracks and driverless train operation-compliant rolling stock.
The metro train set is fitted with an energy-efficient propulsion system, which is anticipated to save around 30%-35% of energy. It also features an advanced suspension system.
Furthermore, the Ahmedabad Phase-1 metro project will offer multi-modal connectivity, which is being implemented by the Indian Railways, and the national bus system.
In a statement, Modi said: “At Kalupur Station my Vande Bharat journey ended and my journey on board the Ahmedabad Metro began.
“In no time, I was headed towards Thaltej, where an exceptional programme was held. Ahmedabad will love their Metro, which will boost connectivity and comfort.”
