Metro strengthens connectivity between residential, commercial and employment centres, says Minister
The Rs.2,850 crore Indore Metro Priority Corridor–2 was inaugurated on 5 Sept by Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal, marking a significant milestone in the city’s urban mobility journey of approx 11 km, comprising 11-stations starting from Super Corridor-3 to Malviya Nagar Chauraha.
The Indore Metro network now comprises 16 operational stations covering approximately 17 km, with a cumulative project cost of about Rs.4,370 crore.
Speaking on the occasion, Manohar Lal said that the Metro will provide citizens with a faster, safer, more comfortable and reliable mode of transport while strengthening connectivity between residential, commercial and employment centres.
He emphasised that Metro Rail is not merely a transportation project but an important instrument for economic growth, urban transformation and social inclusion. Increased use of public transport will also help reduce traffic congestion, fuel consumption and emissions. Fiinews.com
