Bhoj Metro Route
The Bhoj Metro is a rapid transit system serving the city of Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh, India. Currently Bhoj Metro network has 0 active stations. Find important and useful information like Bhoj Metro route, metro lines, service operation timings, first train, last train, route map, fare chart, top attractions near metro station, metro station nearby, news and more.
Operator | Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (MPMRC) |
Operation start | 2023 |
Number of lines | 6 Metro Lines |
Train length | 3 Coaches |
Bhoj Metro Lines & Terminal Stations 2024
Metro lines | Terminal stations | |
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▣ | Green Line | ⇄ |
▣ | Orange Line | ⇄ |
▣ | Red Line | ⇄ |
▣ | Yellow Line | ⇄ |
▣ | Blue Line | ⇄ |
▣ | Brown Line | ⇄ |
Interesting Facts about Bhoj Metro
- The total number of metro lines in Bhopal Metro is 06, 02 metro lines is Under Construction, and Other 04 lines proposed.
- The total number of metro stations is 123 (approx) and in this 28 Under Construction
- The total length of Bhopal Metro is not been disclosed yet because curretly 04 metro lines is proposed but, 27.88 km length is under construction.
- The total number of coaches in Bhopal Metro is 3.
- Bhopal Metro is a rapid transit system.
- The total estimated cost of Bhopal Metro is 6941.40 cr.
About Bhoj Metro
The Bhopal Metro, also known as the Bhoj Metro project, is currently being constructed as a mass rapid transit system (MRTS) to cater to the transportation needs of Bhopal, the capital city of Madhya Pradesh, by the Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Co Limited (MPMRCL).
The comprehensive master plan for the Bhopal Metro, spanning a distance of 105 km, was developed by Rohit Associates Cities & Rails Pvt. Ltd. It outlines the vision of establishing six metro lines that will intersect across the city. For the initial phase of implementation, two lines, namely Line 2 and Line 5, have been selected. These lines are currently in progress.
Bhopal Metro Construction work:The Detailed Project Report (DPR) for Phase 1 of the Bhopal Metro, covering a distance of 27.90 km, received approval from the state government in December 2016 and later from the Central Government's cabinet in October 2018. However, there have been delays in the construction of the Priority Corridor, which is now anticipated to be finished and inaugurated in March 2024, surpassing the initial deadline of August 2023. The entire Phase 1 of the Bhopal Metro project is expected to be fully completed by 2027.
The project aims to receive financial support from multiple sources, including an official development assistance (ODA) loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and a 400 million euro loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB), which was signed on December 20, 2019. Phase 1 of the construction work began in January 2019 and is projected to conclude in 2026. In September 2019, the state's Chief Minister laid the foundation stone for the project, affectionately known as Bhoj Metro.
Bhopal Metro Fares (Ticket Prices)The fare structure, prices, and regulations for the Bhopal Metro have not been disclosed yet. These details will be announced closer to the commencement of operations. The Bhopal Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MPMRCL) intends to employ cutting-edge technologies for its automatic fare collection (AFC) system, enabling passengers to utilize QR codes and Near Field Communication (NFC) enabled smartphones for fare transactions.
List of Bhopal Metro Lines in 2023:Lines | Total Length | Total no. of Stations |
Line-2 (Orange Line): Karond Circle – AIIMS | 15 km (Approved Line) | 16 |
Line-5 (Blue Line): Bhadbhada Square – Ratnagiri Tiraha | 12.88 km (Approved Line) | 14 |
Line-1 (Green Line): Bairgarh – Awadhpuri | Proposed Line | 24 |
Line-3 (Red Line): Bhauri Bypass (NH12 Junction) – Vasant Kunj Bus Stop | Proposed Line | 24 |
Line-4 (Yellow Line): Ashok Garden Auto Stand – Mother Teresa School | Proposed Line | 21 |
Line-6 (Brown Line): Habibganj Naka – Mandideep | Proposed Line | 12 |