Jaipur Metro Line 2 Construction to Begin in 2025

Major Infrastructure Boost for Jaipur

After nearly 14 years of planning and revisions, Jaipur Metro Line 2 from Sitapura to Vidhyadhar Nagar is finally set for construction in mid-2025. The Urban Development and Housing (UDH) department has confirmed that the Rajasthan government is eager to lay the foundation stone ahead of the civic elections in November 2024.

Key Developments and Timeline

• Government Initiative: The state government has instructed officials to expedite all metro projects, including Line 2, following a meeting with Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma.
• Foundation Stone Date: The state government aims to lay the foundation stone between August 15 and Diwali 2024.
• Budget Allocation: Finance Minister Diya Kumari allocated Rs 12,000 crore for the project in the state budget last month.
• DPR Revisions: Jaipur Metro Rail Corporation (JMRC) has drafted multiple detailed project reports (DPRs) over the past 14 years, with a new DPR currently in progress.
• Tender Process: JMRC is set to publish DPRs by March 31, 2025, and execute civil work tenders by August 15, 2025.

Long-Awaited Project Finally Moves Forward

The Jaipur Metro Line 2 proposal was originally conceived in 2011, with the Sitapura-Ambabari corridor planned for initial development. However, the government prioritized the Mansarovar-Sindhi Camp route, later extended to Badi Chaupar, delaying Line 2. Over the years, multiple DPRs were prepared and revised, leading to an extended waiting period for the project.

A metro official remarked, "If the government proceeds with the groundbreaking ceremony in 2025, it will bring an end to 13 years of anticipation for Jaipur's Metro Line 2."

Next Steps in Jaipur Metro Expansion

Following a recent meeting at the Chief Minister’s residence on March 11, 2024, the state government has set clear deadlines for Jaipur Metro Line 2. With DPR finalization and tender execution on track, the long-pending infrastructure project is finally moving forward. The new metro line is expected to significantly enhance urban connectivity and reduce traffic congestion in Jaipur.

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