Bhopal Metro set for October launch as CM Mohan Yadav reviews progress on priority corridor

Bhopal, India (Metro Rail Today): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav on Sunday conducted an on-site inspection of the under-construction Bhopal Metro Rail Project, expressing confidence that the priority corridor from Subhash Nagar to AIIMS will become operational by October 2025. His visit included a test ride on a three-coach metro train, with stops at Subhash Nagar, AIIMS, and Rani Kamalapati stations, where he reviewed the onboard features, station infrastructure, and overall project readiness.

Speaking to media after the inspection, CM Yadav stated, “The Bhopal Metro project is progressing rapidly. A few incomplete works will be wrapped up within the next one and a half to two months. The government is working swiftly to give the people of Bhopal the gift of metro service by October.”

He noted that the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) has completed its inspection of the test runs, and the next milestone will be the inspection by the Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety (CMRS). Following CMRS approval, the metro corridor will be opened for public use, marking a significant milestone for urban transportation in Madhya Pradesh’s capital city.

The Bhopal Metro project, with an estimated total cost of ₹6,941.40 crore, is being developed in two primary corridors—Orange Line and Blue Line—and aims to be fully operational by 2030. The current priority corridor from Subhash Nagar to AIIMS, being constructed at an approximate cost of ₹2,225 crore, is in its final stages.

According to project specifications, the Bhopal Metro trains are designed for a maximum speed of 90 kmph, with an operational speed ranging between 40–60 kmph to ensure both efficiency and commuter safety. A total of 27 modern metro trainsets are planned for the Bhopal network, out of which seven have already been delivered to the state capital.

Highlighting the environmental benefits, CM Yadav added, “The metro will not only provide convenient, safe, and time-saving travel for lakhs of residents but also play a crucial role in pollution control and environmental protection.”

The Chief Minister also provided updates on the Indore Metro, stating that the government aims to make the entire stretch from Super Corridor to Malviya Nagar (Radisson intersection) operational by the end of the year. Both metro projects are part of the state’s wider push under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to enhance civic infrastructure, modernize public transport, and improve urban livability.

Commenting on this rapid metro expansion, Mrs. Mamta Shah, MD & CEO of Urban Infra Group, said, “The upcoming launch of the Bhopal Metro marks a turning point for central India’s transit infrastructure. Projects like these are not just about easing traffic—they are about creating smart, sustainable cities. With Indore and Bhopal leading the way, Madhya Pradesh is setting a strong example for Tier-2 cities embracing metro-led urban transformation.”

As metro construction progresses on both corridors, public anticipation is growing for a new era of affordable, clean, and efficient public transportation in Bhopal—complemented by similar gains in Indore—positioning Madhya Pradesh as a frontrunner in India’s metro rail revolution.