Rail India Technical and Economic Services (RITES) has been tasked with conducting an Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for a new 28 km metro route in Gurugram city.
The ESIA report is expected to be submitted to the Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation (HMRTC) by January 31, 2024.
💰 Budget Allocated:
- HMRTC has allocated Rs 1.40 crore for the ESIA of the new metro route.
🔗 Connecting Old Gurugram:
- This new route aims to bring metro connectivity to the residents of old Gurugram, providing easy access to metro services from their homes.
📅 Government Approval:
- The route received approval from the Central Government on June 8, 2023.
🚉 Stations Galore:
- The route will feature 27 metro stations, connecting HUDA City Center to Cyber City and including key areas like Sector-45, Cyber Park, and Udyog Vihar.
🔍 DMRC’s Role:
- Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) will evaluate the feasibility of operating 2.9-meter coaches on this route, potentially increasing passenger capacity and efficiency.
🚀 Future Prospects:
- Ongoing searches for potential proposals and route adjustments are being made, particularly at the existing Rapid Metro station in Sector-56, Gurugram.
🆕 New Company Formation:
- Gurugram Metro Rail Limited is set to be established to implement the Millennium City Center to Cyber City Gurugram metro connectivity project.
📈 Ridership Surge:
- HMRTC Chairman Sanjeev Kaushal reported a 35.54% increase in ridership this year compared to the previous year, marking significant growth in metro usage.
Stay tuned for more updates as Gurugram gears up for its new metro route, enhancing connectivity and urban mobility!
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