Chennai Metro suspends Siruseri-Kilambakkam extension over low traffic
RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL

Chennai Metro suspends Siruseri-Kilambakkam extension over low traffic

Chennai Metro Rail (CMRL) has announced its decision against extending the Metro Rail construction from Siruseri to Kilambakkam bus terminus via Kelambakkam, citing concerns over the project's feasibility. The decision was made following the submission of the Detailed Feasibility Report (DFR) to the government in September 2023, which indicated that the area did not meet the necessary criteria for Metro Rail development.

After reviewing the DFR, the government opted to cease further progress on the proposal, including the preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the specified stretch.

A spokesperson from CMRL mentioned that an initial study had revealed that the Peak Hour Peak Direction (PHPD) traffic in the area fell significantly below the required threshold. The standard PHPD level for feasibility is set at 12,000 passengers per hour, but the study found only 5,000 PHPD in the area.

The spokesperson stated, "The inadequate PHPD is attributed to the presence of forested areas and industrial zones, rendering the stretch economically unviable."

Despite initial assessments and a DFR conducted along the 23.5 km route with approximately 12 elevated stations, estimated to cost around Rs 5.45 billion according to a CMRL press release, the project would not be taken up.

Chennai Metro Rail (CMRL) has announced its decision against extending the Metro Rail construction from Siruseri to Kilambakkam bus terminus via Kelambakkam, citing concerns over the project's feasibility. The decision was made following the submission of the Detailed Feasibility Report (DFR) to the government in September 2023, which indicated that the area did not meet the necessary criteria for Metro Rail development. After reviewing the DFR, the government opted to cease further progress on the proposal, including the preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the specified stretch. A spokesperson from CMRL mentioned that an initial study had revealed that the Peak Hour Peak Direction (PHPD) traffic in the area fell significantly below the required threshold. The standard PHPD level for feasibility is set at 12,000 passengers per hour, but the study found only 5,000 PHPD in the area. The spokesperson stated, The inadequate PHPD is attributed to the presence of forested areas and industrial zones, rendering the stretch economically unviable. Despite initial assessments and a DFR conducted along the 23.5 km route with approximately 12 elevated stations, estimated to cost around Rs 5.45 billion according to a CMRL press release, the project would not be taken up.

Next Story
Resources

Sumadhura Group eyes revenue of Rs 40 billion

The Sumadhura Group announced the launch of three premium projects across the Bengaluru and Hyderabad markets - Sumadhura’s first theme-based residential project, Mediterranean-styled Sumadhura Epitome in North Bangalore; Sumadhura Capitol Residences at prime location in East Bangalore and Sumadhura Palais Royale, an uber luxury project in Hyderabad. The group is eyeing an estimated revenue potential of Rs 40 billion from the three projects with Rs 5 billion to be generated from Epitome; Rs 10 billion from Capitol Residences and Rs 25 billion from Palais Royale respectively. The launch of th..

Next Story
Resources

KEC wins new orders of Rs 11.14 billion

KEC International, a global infrastructure EPC major, an RPG Group Company, has secured new orders of Rs 11.14 billion across its various businesses:Transmission & Distribution (T&D): The business has secured orders for T&D projects in Middle East and Americas:400 kV Transmission line in OmanSupply of towers, hardware and poles in AmericasCivil: The business has secured orders in the industrial segment in India.Railways: The business has secured an order for Metro Overhead Electrification (OHE) works in the technologically enabled segment in India.Cables: The business has secured o..

Next Story
Building Material

The Future of Concreting

Batching plants, ready-mix concrete (RMC) plants and boom pumps are the mainstay of concreting. Their efficiency impacts the concreting process. In recent years, this trio has seen advancements. But there is still plenty of scope for innovation. New features would help these machines work more efficiently and contribute to sustainable construction.Missing featuresConsider the increasing use of high-grade concrete in infrastructure and high-rise residential and commercial projects. This requires the use of high cementitious materials like fly ash, ground granulated blast-furnace slag (GGBS), mi..

Hi There!

"Now get regular updates from CW Magazine on WhatsApp!

Join the CW WhatsApp channel for the latest news, industry events, expert insights, and project updates from the construction and infrastructure industry.

Click the link below to join"

+91 81086 03000