Ahmedabad (Metro Rail News): The wait is over; On Monday, 16 September 2024, PM Modi inaugurated Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2, which is 21 km long and connects Sector 1 to GIFT city metro station.
After the inauguration, PM Modi travelled to the Ahmedabad Metro and interacted with the youth passengers. During his journey in the newly launched metro, PM Modi is accompanied by the Governor of Gujrat, Shri Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister, Shri Bhupendra Patel.
Mr Narendra Modi, the PM of India, visited his home state (Gujarat) for the first time after the beginning of his third term as PM in June 2024.
Funding for Phase 2 extension
The total cost of the Phase 2 extension is Rs 5,384 crore. The AFD (France) and KfW (Germany) are the leading fund providers for the project. Along with it, the project is managed by the Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) in collaboration with the state and central governments.
Inauguration of Vande Metro
After the inauguration of the metro, PM Modi launched several key developments across Ahmedabad, including the much-awaited launch of India’s first Vande Metro from Bhuj to Ahmedabad – renamed as the Namo Bharat Rapid Rail.
- It will have a top speed of 130 km/h.
- The Vande Metro will have a KAVACH train anti-collision system to enhance safety.
- The Vande Metro is a new initiative by Indian Railways to facilitate short-distance intercity travel.
