Odisha CM Unveils Rs 5,900 Cr Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has laid the foundation stone for the Bhubaneswar metro rail project. This project comes with a price tag of over Rs 5,900 crore.
During the project's review, Chief Minister Patnaik gave the green light to the detailed project report (DPR) with a budget of Rs 5,929 crore. Work on this project is to commence imminently, with a target of completion within 48 months from the project's commencement.
The Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Corporation, a newly established entity under the aegis of the Odisha government and fully owned by it. A high-level committee has been constituted to oversee the expeditious selection of an executing agency that will be responsible for bringing this vision to life.
The Bhubaneswar metro project is designed to span from Trisulia Square to Bhubaneswar airport, with the entire alignment to be elevated. This elevated structure will be home to a total of 20 stations, enhancing connectivity and accessibility across the city. The introduction of the metro system is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion, providing a much-needed boost to the city's economic growth.
Chief Minister Patnaik expressed his enthusiasm for the project, recognising its potential to fortify public transportation in the city and stimulate economic development.
