First civil tender floated for Gurugram Metro Expansion Project

Gurugram, India (Metro Rail Today): Gurugram Metro Rail Limited (GMRL) has officially launched tenders for the construction of the first phase of the Gurugram Metro project, covering the stretch from Millennium City Centre to Sector 9. The estimated cost of the project is ₹1,286 crore, and bids for the contract will be opened on April 22, 2025.

The Gurugram Metro project, spearheaded by GMRL, a special purpose vehicle established for implementing mass rapid transport projects in Haryana, will play a pivotal role in transforming the city's transport infrastructure. The first phase of the metro will include the construction of a 15.22 km metro rail viaduct, 15 stations, a 1.85 km spur to Dwarka Expressway, and a ramp leading to the proposed depot in Sector 33.

The metro stations in Phase 1 will include Millennium City Centre, which will be integrated with the existing DMRC station via an interchange, along with other key locations such as Sector 45, Cyber Park (Sector 46), Sector 47, Subhash Chowk, Sector 48, Sector 33, Hero Honda Chowk, Udyog Vihar Phase 6, Sector 10, Sector 37, Basai, Sector 9, and Sector 101.

Chander Shekhar Khare, Managing Director of GMRL, emphasized the project’s significance, stating, “We are committed to starting construction in May this year, as per the Chief Minister’s directive. This project will transform the city’s transport ecosystem and will be executed in a manner that ensures minimal inconvenience to commuters.”

The tender document, issued on March 8, outlines that the selected contractor will be responsible for conducting a detailed survey of the viaduct alignment and constructing the station structures, including track supports, commercial areas, and other civil works.

In addition, the contractor will be tasked with establishing a control room with 24/7 radio communication or telephone links with safety offices and work sites. A senior GMRL official stated that safety is a top priority, both for workers and the public, during construction. “The contractor will collaborate with the district administration and traffic police to implement traffic diversions, ensuring smooth vehicle flow and preventing congestion during the build phase,” the official added.

The Gurugram Metro Phase 1 project is expected to significantly enhance the city's public transport system, providing a fast, efficient, and modern alternative to current commuting options.