This development marks a major step forward in Gujarat’s urban transport network, making daily commutes faster, smoother and more sustainable.
The new phase will reduce travel time to less than 45 minutes, a stark contrast to the nearly hour-and-a-half drive during peak traffic hours.
With modern air-conditioned carriages and top-notch infrastructure, this new phase is expected to cater to thousands of commuters, including office workers, students and tourists, providing them with a cost-effective and hassle-free mode of transport. For many, the metro is not only a faster alternative, but also a cheaper and more reliable one.Pushkar Singla, chief general manager (corporate planning), GMRC, said, “The Hon’ble Prime Minister will give the signal for the metro train from Sector 1 and it will travel on that train till GIFT City. Phase II will provide greater connectivity to Phase I. Trains that were running in Phase I, from Gyaspur to Motera, will now be connected to Gandhinagar.”
Looking ahead, this Subway extension It is just one part of Gujarat’s broader strategy to build a robust and sustainable urban transport network, including its Bus rapid transit system (BRTS), which has nearly 1.75 lakh daily commuters in Ahmedabad.
The official further said that the metro network has already been planned to integrate it with the BRTS, the railway network and the upcoming Ahmedabad-Mumbai bullet train project.
“If we talk about the BRTS bus corridor, passengers from Ranip, Vadaj and AEC can directly take the metro and vice versa. Similarly, Gandhigram, Kalupur and Sabarmati stations are connected to the railway network. When the bullet train project is completed, there will be interchange points at Kalupur and Sabarmati,” Singla said.
With a keen focus on reducing traffic congestion and lowering pollution levels, the Metro is not only a modern convenience but also a green initiative.
As the government moves towards cleaner and more sustainable urban development, the Metro is a key part of that vision.
An Ahmedabad Metro user said, “There is no traffic problem on the Metro. I travel from Gujarat University area to Vastral and it takes me only 20 minutes. If I go by bus or car, it takes a lot of time. The Metro saves us a lot of time. Sitting in the air conditioner, one stays cool; it is very peaceful. An amazing experience!”
Another commuter said, “We have received great relief from traffic, whether in hot or cold weather. It is a great facility. I am grateful to the Metro management.”
As the Gujarat government continues to prioritise sustainable urban development, the Metro stands as a shining example of a modern and eco-friendly transport solution.
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