Bhoj Metro

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Bhoj Metro
Overview
OwnerMadhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation
LocaleBhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
Transit typeRapid Transit
Number of lines2 (Under Construction)

Line 2 Purple line (AIIMS to Karond Square 15 Km)

Line 5 Red Line (Ratnagiri Tiraha to Bhadbhada 12.88 km)
Number of stations28 (Under Construction)
Daily ridership220,000
WebsiteMPMRCL
Operation
CharacterElevated & Underground
Train length3 coaches
Technical
System length17.32 mi (27.87 km) (planned)
Track gauge1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge
Electrification750V DC, third rail
Average speed32 km/h
Top speed90 km/h

The Bhoj Metro (also known as the Bhopal Metro)[1][2][3] is an under construction rapid transit system intended to serve the city of Bhopal, India, the capital of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.[4] The total system consists of 2 corridors covering a distance of 27.87 kilometres (17.32 mi).[5] This project will cost ₹80 billion (US$1.1 billion) approximately.[6] There will be three types of run – on road, on bridges, and underground in some locations.[3]

Route Network[edit]

In Phase 1, Bhopal Metro will consist of 2 lines and 28 stations.[7]

Purple Line (Karond Circle - AIIMS)[edit]

Length: 14.99 km

Alignment: Elevated & Underground

No. of Stations: 16

Stations:

  • Karond Circle
  • Krishi Upaj Mandi
  • DIG Bungalow
  • Sindhi Colony
  • Nadra Bus Stand
  • Bhopal Junction
  • Aish Bagh Crossing
  • Bogda Pul
  • Subhash Nagar Underpass
  • Kendriya Vidyalaya
  • DB City Mall
  • Sargam Cinema
  • Habibganj
  • Habibganj Naka
  • Alkapuri Bus Stand
  • AIIMS

Red Line (Bhadbhada Square – Ratnagiri Tiraha)[edit]

Length: 12.88 km

Alignment: Elevated

No. of Stations: 12

Stations:

  • Bhadbadha Square
  • Depot Square
  • Jawahar Chowk
  • Roshanpura Square
  • Minto Hall
  • Lily Talkies
  • Bogda Pul
  • Prabhat Square
  • J.K.Road
  • Indrapuri
  • Piplani
  • Ratnagiri Tirahaa


The planned Metro in Bhopal is a heavy metro system. This system consists of a Network of 105 km and with lines overlapping and branching. In May 2013. Ar. Rohit Gupta (Rohit Associates Cities & Rails Pvt.Ltd) consultants were appointed to prepare a detailed project report for the MRTS including the selection of the system for the city. Based on the multicriteria analysis and recommendations of consultants, the Government of Madhya Pradesh approved the inception report prepared by the consultant on 30 June 2014. As of 2 December 2014 Geotechnical surveys and formation of the company is being carried on for the implementation of the project.[citation needed] The project will be completed by 2021 with first phase in 2019. DPR approved by State Cabinet.[8]

On 1 May 2019, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) gave in-principle approval to fund the Bhopal Metro project. The Union Government will stand as guarantor for the loan.[9]

Status Updates[edit]

  • October 2018: DPR is approved by central government.[10][11]
  • November 2018: Tendering may start in December.[12]
  • December 2018: Detailed Geotechnical investigation study (soil testing) begins.[13]
  • January 2019: Dilip Buildcon begins construction of elevated viaduct between Shubash Nagar And AIIMS starts.
  • April 2019: Dilip Buildcon begins pile testing.
  • August 2019: Construction work ongoing.[14] MPMRCL announced metro will start operations in 2023.[15]
  • September 2019: Project renamed to Bhoj Metro by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath while laying the foundation stone.[1][2][3]
  • Jun 2020: Metro construction ongoing near Subhash Nagar, AIIMS. Casting yard for girders work ongoing at Kanhasaiyan.[16]
  • Aug 2020: 80 pillars already constructed. Aim is to inaugurate the metro services before August 2023.[17]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Bhopal Metro to be named after Raja Bhoj, announces Kamal Nath". Mint. 26 September 2019. Retrieved 9 November 2019.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Bhopal Metro To Be Called "Bhoj Metro" After Indian King "Raja Bhoj": Kamal Nath". NDTV.com. Retrieved 9 November 2019.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 27 Sep, TNN | Updated; 2019; Ist, 12:31. "Kamal Nath names Bhopal Metro after Raja Bhoj; BJP cheers | Bhopal News - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 9 November 2019.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  4. ↑ "Proposed survey for Bhopal metro rail a right step: E Sreedharan – India – DNA". Dnaindia.com. 21 July 2010. Retrieved 24 January 2011.
  5. ↑ "DMRC surveys Bhopal for metro rail service". Hindustan Times. 20 April 2010. Retrieved 24 January 2011.
  6. ↑ "Bhopal, Indore to have Metro Rail soon". Thaindian.com. Retrieved 24 January 2011.
  7. ↑ "Bhopal Metro – Information, Route Maps, Fares, Tenders & Updates". The Metro Rail Guy. Retrieved 2 May 2020.
  8. ↑ http://epaper.bhaskar.com/detail/?id=683659&boxid=1211377343&ch=mpcg&map=map&currentTab=tabs-1&pagedate=12/01/2014&editioncode=120&pageno=2&view=image
  9. ↑ India, Press Trust of. "ADB to fund Delhi-Meerut rapid rail link, 4 metro projects". Hindu Business Line. Retrieved 4 May 2019.
  10. ↑ "Indore, Bhopal metro rail projects approved by Modi-led Cabinet! All you want to know about the infra boost". 4 October 2018.
  11. ↑ "भोपाल अौर इंदौर में चार साल में चलेगी मेट्रो, 14442.20 करोड़ रुपए खर्च होंगे". 4 October 2018.
  12. ↑ "Bhopal Metro अब भी राह में कई अड़चनें इस हिस्से से शुरू होगा काम". November 2018.
  13. ↑ "मेट्रो के अंडरग्राउंड रूट का सर्वे शुरू , सॉइल टेस्टिंग के बाद तय होगा जमीन के कितने नीचे से गुजरेगी मेट्रो". 3 February 2019.
  14. ↑ "ट्रैफिक मैनेजमेंट प्लान के बगैर शुरू कर दिया मेट्रो प्राेजेक्ट का काम , रोजाना बन रहे जाम के हालात". 5 August 2019.
  15. ↑ "भोपाल और इंदौर में जल्द दौड़ेगी मेट्रो, MoU पर हुए दस्तखत".
  16. ↑ "Metro rail back on track, after 3 mths | Bhopal News - Times of India". The Times of India.
  17. ↑ Admin, India Education Diary Bureau (7 August 2020). "Start Bhopal and Indore Metro Rail before August 2023-MinisteR Bhupendra Singh".


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