The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given the green light to the Jaipur Metro Phase-2 project, valued at Rs 13,037.66 crore. This transformative project will span 41 km, creating a North-South corridor from Prahladpura to Todi Mod, with 36 stations strategically placed across Jaipur. The Rajasthan Metro Rail Corporation Limited (RMRCL), a joint venture between the Centre and the Rajasthan government, will spearhead the project’s execution.
The Phase-2 corridor is designed to enhance connectivity to key hubs like Sitapura Industrial Area, VKIA, Jaipur Airport, Tonk Road, SMS Hospital and Stadium, Ambabari, and Vidhyadhar Nagar. It will feature underground stations in the airport vicinity and seamlessly integrate with the operational Phase-1 through planned interchanges and feeder systems. This integration aims to establish a unified and continuous metro network throughout Jaipur, as outlined in a Cabinet communique.
Jaipur’s existing metro system operates under Phase-1, covering the East-West corridor from Mansarovar to Badi Chaupar, encompassing 11.64 km with 11 stations. This corridor links significant residential and commercial zones with Jaipur’s Central Business District, the Heritage Walled City. The upcoming Jaipur Metro Phase-2, aligned along the North-South axis, will complement the current setup, providing comprehensive metro connectivity across the city and alleviating traffic congestion, thereby enhancing urban mobility.
With Phase-1 currently serving around 60,000 daily passengers on the 11.64 km route, the Phase-2 launch is anticipated to significantly boost ridership on the metro network. This increase is expected to enhance public transport usage in Jaipur, reducing reliance on private vehicles. The project has undergone rigorous evaluations, including Inter-Ministerial Consultation, Network Planning Group review, and Public Investment Board assessment, showcasing a strong socio-economic viability with an Economic Internal Rate of Return (EIRR) exceeding 14 percent.
