Kanpur Metro completes all 276 Pile Caps on Baradevi - Naubasta Section

Kanpur, India (Metro Rail Today): In a significant stride towards the completion of the Kanpur Metro Rail Project, the Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (UPMRC) has accomplished the construction of all 276 Pile Caps within the approximately 5km long Baradevi-Naubasta elevated section of Corridor 1 (IIT-Naubasta).

The UPMRC civil engineering team worked diligently, completing the last pile cap near the under-construction Baudh Nagar station. This achievement marks the successful culmination of the construction of all Pile Caps between the Baradevi and Naubasta stations, a critical phase in the development of the metro corridor.

Sushil Kumar, Managing Director of UPMRC, commended the dedicated efforts of the engineering team, stating, “Civil construction of the Baradevi-Naubasta elevated section of the Kanpur Metro project is continuing at a fast pace. We have completed the casting of all 276 Pile Caps for this section today and will soon complete the casting of all the piers.”

A pile cap is a crucial component in the construction of metro pillars. After drilling piles into the ground and preparing the foundation, a Pile Cap is cast, covering a group of 3-6 piles. The metro corridor's pillars are then constructed on these Pile Caps. The completion of the piling work on January 29 laid the foundation for this section of the metro corridor.

Simultaneously, progress is underway in the Chunniganj-Nayaganj underground section of Corridor 1 (IIT to Naubasta). Track construction is advancing rapidly, with the completion of track construction in the 'upline' and 'down line' of the approximately 1 km long underground tunnel between Nayaganj and Bada Chauraha metro station. The process of casting the track slab between Bada Chauraha and Naveen Market has commenced, signifying the next phase of underground development.

The underground metro employs ballast-less track technology, known for its minimal maintenance requirements and extended life cycle. A Mass Spring System is integrated into the track to absorb vibrations and noise, ensuring a smoother travel experience. The use of advanced techniques, such as the Flash Butt Weld (FBW) plant, demonstrates the commitment to quality and efficiency in the Kanpur Metro Rail Project.

Apart from the Baradevi-Naubasta elevated section, construction is progressing rapidly on the Kanpur Central-Transport Nagar underground section and the Chunniganj-Nayaganj underground section. The Baradevi-Naubasta elevated section will feature five metro stations, namely Baradevi, Kidwai Nagar, Vasant Vihar, Baudh Nagar, and Naubasta.

As Kanpur Metro moves ahead with these milestones, the city anticipates enhanced connectivity and a modern, efficient mode of transportation. The completion of these key construction phases brings the city closer to experiencing the benefits of a well-connected metro network.