The Bengaluru metro finally bridges the gaps on the purple line, resulting in the seamless connection of Challaghatta on the west with Whitefield (Kadugodi) on the east. In a significant development for Bengaluru’s metro system, the long-standing gaps on the purple line have finally been bridged, allowing for a seamless connection from Challaghatta in the […]
Metros & Railway
India aims to become a major exporter of railway technology on the global stage
India has immense potential to emerge as a significant global exporter of railway technology, but our current efforts are not enough to achieve this goal. To succeed, India needs to focus on developing indigenous technologies and goods, improving the quality of its railway infrastructure, and enhancing the efficiency and safety of its railway network. By […]
Designs and Technologies enhance safety, aesthetics, and sustainability in railway projects
Nishant Prakhar, Senior Architect & City Planner from GPM Architects and Planners, discusses how regional rail networks (RRTS) and metros are quick and efficient transportation. What are the most preferred design trends in railways and metro stations? Railway and metro stations use the airspace above tracks and platforms to create air concourses for seamless passenger […]
Efficient modular metro stations with innovative designs
Atri Joshi CEO & Director at Enia Architects India discusses the design trends for metro projects and talks about the safety and investment aspects of the Nagpur Metro Station. What are the current design trends in railway and metro construction? Railway and metro construction currently focuses on providing passengers with a modern, world-class experience while […]
India is witnessing a rapid boost in railways and metro technologies
Amitava Das, Assistant Vice President-Architecture of Railway Infra Vertical SYSTRA India, talks about the evolution of metro and railway building projects and India’s potential to become the global exporter of railway technology. How is India addressing the environmental sustainability of metro and railway expansion in major cities and tackling the challenges of large-scale infrastructure development? […]
India’s journey towards becoming a major exporter of railway technology
Anil Jangid, Director, LEAP Infraasys Private Limited, speaks about railway technology and significant advancements in railway and metro projects in India. Over the past few years, metros and railways have become crucial means of mass transit, playing a significant role in connecting urban areas and alleviating traffic congestion in numerous cities. For a densely populated […]
MMRDA to extend metro 5 to Ulhasnagar
On the demand of people’s representatives in Ulhasnagar, it has been decided to expand the ‘Metro 5’ line on the order given by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Metro travel is not only limited to Mumbaikars but now it is going to expand beyond Thane and Kalyan. Due to this, […]
Metro Lines 2A and 7 to boost real estate market
Hon. Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi ji will flag off the Metro services of Lines 2A from Dahisar to DN Nagar, Andheri (W) and Line 7 from Dahisar to Gundavali, Andheri (E). Both these lines will run parallel on the western suburbs and will augment the existing road and rail transport network which […]
Alstom delivers India’s first semi high-speed regional train for Delhi-Meerut RRTS project
The first train has been delivered and is 100% made in India at Alstom’s factory in Savli (Gujarat). The semi high-speed regional train is designed and built to run at 180 kmph, and is expected to decrease travel time between Delhi-Meerut by 40%. Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has successfully delivered India’s […]
Kochi Water Metro: A socially inclusive transportation system
The Kochi Water Metro Project envisages to bring contemporary, energy-efficient, environmentally friendly, and safe boats with minimal wake and draft characteristics at a high frequency. The Kochi water metro project envisions an integrated water transport system with the establishment of 15 designated routes connecting 10 islands along a network of routes spanning 76 kilometers and […]