The Indore Metro is presently in the process of constructing a mass rapid transit system (MRTS) aimed at serving Indore, the most populous city in Madhya Pradesh. This project is undertaken by the Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Co Limited (MPMRCL).
The master plan for the Indore Metro, spanning approximately 94 kilometers in total, was developed by Rohit Associates Cities & Rails Pvt. Ltd. This comprehensive plan envisions the creation of four metro lines and two additional spurs that will criss-cross the city. The initial phase of this project will focus on implementing the Yellow Line (Line-3), which forms a circular route.
The Detailed Project Report (DPR) for Phase 1 of the Indore Metro, covering a distance of 33.53 kilometers, gained approval from the state government in December 2016 and later received the green light from the Central Government's cabinet in October 2018.
The Priority Corridor of the Indore Metro is anticipated to be completed and operational by August 2024, slightly surpassing its original deadline of August 2023. The entirety of Phase 1 is expected to be finalized by 2027.
Initially, the project was planned to be partly financed through an official development assistance (ODA) loan from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). However, the funding sources have now shifted to include the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for an undisclosed amount and the New Development Bank (NDB), which will contribute $225 million.
In September 2019, the foundation stone for Phase 1 of the project was laid by the state's Chief Minister. Construction commenced in February 2019 and is set to continue until 2027.
System Specifications:
- Top Speed: 80 km/h
- Average Speed: 34 km/h
- Track Gauge: Standard Gauge – 1435 mm
- Electrification: 750 V DC Third Rail
- Signalling: Communications-based Train Control (CBTC)
Key Figures:
- Operational: 0 km
- Under Construction: 16.217 km
- Approved: 15.1313 km
- Proposed: 57.18 km
Estimated Cost: Rs. 7500.80 crores
Estimated Daily Ridership (by 2027): 2.50 lakh/day
Indore Metro Phase 1 Lines
Yellow Line (Line-3): Palasia – Railway Station – Rajwara- Airport – Bhawarsala – MR10 – Palasia (Ring Line)
- Length: 33.53 kilometers
- Type: Elevated & Underground
- Status: 16.217 kilometers are currently under construction, specifically the section between Gandhi Nagar and Mumtaj Bag Colony
- Depot: Super Corridor
- Number of Stations: 30
Station Names
1. Bhawarsala Square
2. MR 10 Road
3. ISBT / MR 10 Flyover
4. Chandragupta Square
5. Hira Nagar
6. Bapat Square
7. Meghdoot Garden
8. Vijay Nagar Square
9. Radisson Square
10. Mumtaj Bag Colony
11. Bengali Square
12. Patrakar Colony
13. Palasia Square
14. High Court / Hotel Residency
15. Indore Railway Station
16. Rajwada Palace
17. Maulana Azad Marg
18. Bada Ganpati
19. Ramchandra Nagar Square
20. Kalani Nagar
21. BSF
22. Airport
23. Gandhi Nagar Nanod
24. Super Corridor 6
25. Super Corridor 5
26. Super Corridor 4
27. Super Corridor 3
28. Super Corridor 2
29. Super Corridor 1
Indore Metro Proposed Lines
Line-1A: Sri Aurobindo Hospital – Collectorate office – Indore Bypass 1
- Number of Stations: 18
Station Names
1. Sri Aurobindo Hospital
2. Bhawarsala Square
3. Sanwer Industrial Area
4. Ganesh Sham Colony
5. Banganga
6. Laxmibai Nagar Square
7. Mara Mata Square
8. Imli Bazar Chowk
9. Rajwada Palace
10. Collectorate Office
11. Indore Icchapur Rail Crossing
12. Tower Square
13. Bhawarkuan Square
14. Holkar University/IT Park
15. Rani Bagh
16. Limbodi
17. Ralamandal
18. Indore Bypass 1
Line-1B: Sri Aurobindo Hospital – Collectorate office – Regional Park (1B)
- Number of Stations: 13
Station Names
1. Sri Aurobindo Hospital
2. Bhawarsala Square
3. Sanwer Industrial Area
4. Ganesh Sham Colony
5. Banganga
6. Laxmibai Nagar Square
7. Mara Mata Square
8. Imli Bazar Chowk
9. Rajwada Palace
10. Collectorate Office
11. Central Excise
12. Choithram
13. Regional Park
Line-2: Dewas Naka – Juni Indore – MHOW
- Number of Stations: 28
Station Names
1. Dewas Naka
2. Niranjanpur Circle
3. Aranya Nagar
4. IDA Park
5. Vijay Nagar Square
6. Bhamori
7. Patni Pura/St Joseph Church
8. Malwa Mill Square
9. Raj Kumar Bridge
10. Indore Railway Station
11. Juni Indore
12. Collectorate Office
13. Mhow Naka
14. Dusshera Maidan
15. Annapuran Temple
16. Narmada Public School (Ring Road)
17. Rajendra Nagar
18. Reti Mandi
19. IPS Academy
20. Shramik Colony
21. Indore Bypass-2
22. Pigdambar
23. Umariya
24. Maa Vaishanodevi Hospital
25. Haranyakheri / IIT Indore
26. Chinar Residency
27. MHOW
Line-4: MR9 – Indore Railway Station – Indore Bypass 4
- Number of Stations: 16
Station Names
1. MR9
2. Convention Center
3. Lahiya Colony
4. Chandragupta Square
5. Sukliya
6. Nanda Nagar Main Road
7. Mazdoor Maidan
8. Rajkumar Bridge
9. Indore Railway Station
10. Chhavani
11. Sri Agrasen Maharaj Chowk
12. Navlakha Bus Station
13. Teen Imli
14. Babul Nagar
15. Musakhedi
16. Indore Bypass 4
Indore Metro Fares (Ticket Prices)
As of now, Indore Metro's fare structure, ticket prices, and regulations have not been officially announced. These details will be determined closer to the commencement of commercial operations. The Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Co Limited (MPMRCL) is planning to implement cutting-edge technology for its automatic fare collection (AFC) system, enabling the use of QR codes and Near Field Communication (NFC) phones for seamless fare transactions.
Indore Metro Tenders
For the latest updates on Indore Metro tender notices, you can visit the official website of MPMRCL. Comprehensive information regarding these notices, including details about bidders and contracts, can be found in greater detail on the news and construction page of the website.
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