Chennai Metro: Hitachi Rail Led Consortium Wins Rs 1,620 Crore Bid To Run Automatic Metro Train Operations

This is the phase two project of the agency valued at Rs 1,620 crore and the system would incorporate the metro rail technology currently being used around the world. 
        
For safe transport of passengers, the system would undergo intensive testing on various safety parameters and it would be certified by an independent safety assessment team for highest level of safety as per the international standards.

"On successful clearance, the Train Control System will be put into field trial for validation and integration with all other systems," the CMRL said.
        
Under the new system, the trains would be able to operate at a minimum gap of 90 seconds.

(With inputs from PTI)