Indore Set To Launch Metro Passenger Services On Super Priority Corridor On 31 May

Indore is on the verge of a transformative leap in public transportation as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to virtually inaugurate passenger services on the Indore Metro’s Super Priority Corridor on 31 May, Times of India reported.

This milestone will make Indore the first city in Madhya Pradesh to offer Metro train services to commuters.

The initial operational phase will cover a 6 km stretch of the Yellow Line, known as the Super Priority Corridor.

The corridor will include five major stations: Gandhi Nagar, Super Corridor 6, Super Corridor 5, Super Corridor 4, and Super Corridor 3. Passenger services will commence from the Gandhi Nagar station.

A total of 13 coaches have already arrived at the Metro train depot in preparation for the launch. The new service is expected to ease traffic congestion, curb pollution, and enhance travel comfort for daily commuters.

Officials anticipate that the Metro will bring a modern, efficient, and eco-friendly alternative to the city's current urban mobility challenges.

Collector Asheesh Singh visited Gandhi Nagar station on Tuesday (27 May) to oversee the preparations for the inaugural ceremony.

IMC Commissioner Shivam Verma, Additional Commissioner Abhilash Mishra, and Metro officials were also present during the inspection.

The Yellow Line, once completed, will span 31.32 km comprising 22.62 km of elevated track and 8.7 km of underground sections and feature 28 stations.

The total cost of the project is approximately Rs 7500 crore, with the Super Priority Corridor alone accounting for around Rs 1520 crore.

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