Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the Poonamalle-Vadapalani stretch of the Chennai Metro Phase II project. As part of the inauguration, he also took the first ride on the metro with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. Here’s everything you need to know about the new route and how beneficial it is for commuters.
PM Modi Opens New Section Of The Chennai Metro Phase-II
Built at a whopping cost of ₹4,900 crore, the new 15-km Poonamalle Bypass-Vadapalani stretch of Chennai Metro Rail Phase II is now open. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new route on October 11 and even took a train ride with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. According to India Today, the new metro service was flagged off by PM Modi and C. Joseph Vijay in the presence of Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar. PM Modi also bought a ticket and interacted with an employee at the ticket counter before finally boarding the train and taking a ride with officials.
Now, let’s come to the new metro service. The newly inaugurated stretch is part of Corridor 4 of Phase II and has 11 elevated stations. Many commuters are going to benefit significantly from this new route, as it is expected to improve connectivity between Chennai’s western suburbs and the city centre. Moreover, it will also reduce travel time for many daily commuters travelling on this route.
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Check All 11 Stations And Timings
According to India Today, the newly opened stretch has a 3.7-km double-decker structure. You would like to know that the section is also equipped with advanced signalling systems that can support driverless train operations. Here are the names of the 11 stations on the stretch:
- Poonamalle Bypass
- Poonamalle Bus Stand
- Poonamalle Government Hospital
- Karayanchavadi
- Kumananchavadi
- Kattupakkam
- Iyappanthangal
- Thelliyaragaram
- Porur Bypass
- Porur Junction
- Vadapalani
From October 12, regular services will start and run between 7 am and 9 pm in both directions. The last train will depart at 9 pm from both terminals: Poonamalle Bypass Metro and Vadapalani Metro on Corridor 4.
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During his visit to inaugurate the new Chennai Metro services, PM Modi also offered prayers at the Sri Jalakanteswara Swamy Temple on the IIT Madras campus.
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FAQs
Who is the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu?
C. Joseph Vijay is the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
Which is the new metro service inaugurated in Chennai?
The Poonamalle Bypass-Vadapalani stretch of Chennai Metro Phase II was inaugurated.
Where is Chennai?
Chennai is the capital city of Tamil Nadu, located in southern India.
