Systra signs DDC Contract for Power & Traction Systems of 28.5 km Gurugram Metro Corridor

Gurugram, India (Metro Rail Today): Strengthening momentum in India’s urban transit expansion, SYSTRA India has secured the Detailed Design Consultant (DDC) contract for traction and power systems of the newly sanctioned Gurugram Metro Rail Project, a 28.5 km elevated corridor aimed at bridging connectivity gaps across the Millennium City.

The project will connect Millennium City Centre to Cyber City, with strategic spurs extending to the Dwarka Expressway (Sector 101) and Gurugram Railway Station, creating a more integrated and efficient urban mobility network.

Scope: Powering Gurugram’s Next-Gen Metro Network

Under the contract, SYSTRA India will deliver comprehensive system design for power supply and traction infrastructure, a critical backbone for high-frequency metro operations.

The scope includes:

• End-to-end design of power supply and distribution systems across the corridor
• Implementation of 750V DC third rail traction electrification
• Deployment of an advanced SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system for real-time monitoring and control
• Electrical and traction design for the maintenance depot at Sector-33

The system will support operations across approximately 27–28 elevated stations, ensuring reliable and efficient service delivery.

Advanced Technology for High-Frequency Operations

The Gurugram Metro will adopt 750V DC third rail technology, widely used in modern metro systems for its:

• Enhanced safety in dense urban environments
• Reduced visual clutter compared to overhead systems
• Lower maintenance requirements

Additionally, the integration of smart SCADA systems will enable:

• Real-time diagnostics and remote monitoring
• Faster fault detection and response
• Improved operational efficiency and reliability

Enhancing Multimodal Connectivity

A key highlight of the project is its strong focus on intermodal integration. The corridor will provide seamless connectivity with:

• Delhi Metro Yellow Line
• Rapid Metro Gurugram
• Proposed RRTS corridors

These linkages are expected to significantly improve last-mile connectivity and reduce dependence on road-based transport.

Strategic Importance for Gurugram

The new metro corridor is designed to address long-standing connectivity challenges between Old Gurugram and emerging urban clusters, while supporting rapid urbanisation along key growth corridors like the Dwarka Expressway.

With dedicated spurs and improved rail integration, the project is expected to:

• Reduce traffic congestion
• Improve commute times
• Support sustainable urban development

Commenting on the development, Mrs. Mamta Shah, MD & CEO, Urban Infra Group, said:

“Projects like the Gurugram Metro highlight how integrated system design—particularly in traction and power—plays a decisive role in ensuring reliable and high-frequency urban transit. The involvement of experienced global consultants like SYSTRA will help bring advanced technologies and operational efficiency to India’s rapidly expanding metro ecosystem.”

The award of the DDC contract signals that the Gurugram Metro project is moving from planning to detailed engineering, a crucial phase that lays the foundation for execution.

As Indian cities continue to invest heavily in metro rail systems, such developments underscore the growing emphasis on technology-driven, energy-efficient, and integrated mobility solutions.