Latest Updates
Hyderabad Metro Corridor 2 Tunnel Boring Reaches 40% Milestone
Project: Hyderabad Metro Corridor 2 Extension
Tunnel boring machine for the Nagole-LB Nagar extension has crossed the 40% mark. Two of three underground stations are taking shape with structural work progressing on schedule.
Mar 12, 2026
Delhi Metro Phase 4: Janakpuri West-RK Ashram Viaduct Complete
Project: Delhi Metro Phase 4
The elevated viaduct section of the Magenta Line extension from Janakpuri West to RK Ashram Marg is now structurally complete. Station finishing work is underway at all 7 stations.
Mar 11, 2026
Mumbai Metro Line 3 Phase 2 Receives Rs 2,100 Crore Budget Allocation
Project: Mumbai Metro Line 3
Maharashtra government allocates Rs 2,100 crore for the Aarey-BKC Phase 2 extension in the state budget. This clears the last funding hurdle for the 12.8 km underground corridor.
Mar 10, 2026
Namma Metro Yellow Line Begins Trial Runs on 3 Stations
Project: Yellow Line — RV Road to Bommasandra
Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation commenced trial runs between RV Road and Jayanagar stations on the Yellow Line. Commercial operations expected by mid-2025 pending CMRS inspection.
Mar 10, 2026
Namma Metro Yellow Line: Trial Runs Begin on RV Road-Bommasandra Stretch
Project: Namma Metro Yellow Line
BMRCL has commenced trial runs on the RV Road to Bommasandra section of the Yellow Line. Revenue service expected to begin by Q3 2026 after safety certifications.
Mar 9, 2026
Chennai Metro Phase 2 Line 5: TBM Breakthrough at Madhavaram Station
Project: Chennai Metro Phase 2 Line 5
The tunnel boring machine Avvaiyar achieved breakthrough at Madhavaram station, completing the first 1.2 km tunnel section of the 47 km Line 5 corridor.
Mar 8, 2026
Mumbai Metro Line 3 Extension to Aarey Nears Completion
Project: Mumbai Metro Line 3 Phase 2
MMRC reports 82% completion on the remaining 12 stations of Metro Line 3. Station finishing work underway at Dharavi, Sion, and Wadala. Full line opening targeted for late 2025.
Mar 8, 2026
Kolkata Metro Purple Line: Joka-Taratala Section Opens for Passenger Service
Project: Kolkata Metro Purple Line
The 6.5 km Joka to Taratala section of the Purple Line opened for revenue service today, adding 6 new stations to Kolkata metro network. Full extension to Esplanade expected by 2027.
Mar 7, 2026
Pune Metro Line 3: L&T Awarded Rs 4,800 Crore Construction Contract
Project: Pune Metro Line 3
Larsen and Toubro wins the civil construction contract for the 23.3 km Hinjewadi to Civil Court corridor. Work to begin within 60 days with a 42-month completion timeline.
Mar 6, 2026
DMRC Awards ₹4,200 Cr Civil Contract for Phase 4 Package 3
Project: Delhi Metro Phase 4
Delhi Metro awarded a ₹4,200 crore civil construction contract for Package 3 of Phase 4 covering the Janakpuri West–Krishna Park Extension section. Work to begin April 2026.
Mar 5, 2026
Kochi Metro: Kakkanad Extension DPR Submitted to Central Government
Project: Kochi Metro Phase 2
KMRL submits the detailed project report for the 11.2 km Kakkanad extension to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. The Rs 5,300 crore project would add 11 stations.
Mar 5, 2026
Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2: Motera Stadium Station Design Unveiled
Project: Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2
Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation unveils the architectural design for the iconic Motera Stadium station, featuring a cricket-inspired facade and direct connectivity to the worlds largest stadium.
Mar 4, 2026
Lucknow Metro North-South Corridor: Foundation Laying for 6 Elevated Stations
Project: Lucknow Metro Phase 2
Foundation work begins simultaneously at 6 stations on the 12.5 km North-South corridor. UP Metro targets 2029 completion for the full Munshipulia to Charbagh extension.
Mar 3, 2026
Hyderabad Metro Corridor 4 Land Acquisition 90% Complete
Project: Hyderabad Metro Corridor 4
Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited confirmed 90% land acquisition completion for Corridor 4 from MGBS to Chandrayangutta. Remaining 10% expected to clear by April 2026 enabling full construction mobilisation.
Mar 1, 2026
Kolkata Metro Orange Line Opens Howrah Maidan Underground Station
Project: Kolkata Metro Orange Line
Kolkata Metro inaugurated the Howrah Maidan underground station on the Orange Line (East-West Metro), becoming the first metro station under the Hooghly river. Service now runs from Howrah Maidan to Salt Lake Sector V.
Feb 15, 2026
Union Budget 2026 Allocates ₹8,500 Cr for Chennai Metro Phase 2
Project: Chennai Metro Phase 2
The Union Budget 2026-27 allocated ₹8,500 crore for Chennai Metro Phase 2, a significant jump from last year. The allocation will accelerate civil works on Lines 4 and 5 covering 116.1 km.
Feb 1, 2026