With Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis declaring 2027 to be designated as the “Metro Year” with at least 70 km of Metro corridors completed by 2027 rolling stock suppliers are also pushing the pedal on production of coaches and rolling stock for these new lines.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has promised Mumbaikars completion of several undergoing metro projects by next year which will add at least 70km of Metro corridors to be completed by 2027.
“Mumbai’ next chapter of urban mobility is here! An incredible milestone for Team Alstom India, this achievement is a true testament to the power of collaboration, dedication and shared vision. “Accelerating Connectivity, Mobility and Infrastructure Development Chaired a ‘CMO War Room’ meeting to review various infrastructure projects at Sahyadri Guest House in Mumbai. The company adds it is fully aligned with India’s vision of Make-in-India and Atmanirbhar Bharat and remains deeply committed to strengthening its local sourcing and supply chain ecosystem.
Delivered in a record time of 14 months, we today unveiled the first trainset for Mumbai Metro Line 4 and 4A at Alstom Manufacturing Site Sri City. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has promised Mumbaikars completion of several undergoing metro projects by next year which will add at least 70km of Metro corridors to be completed by 2027. Directed that 2027 be designated as the ‘Metro Year’, with at least 70 km of Metro corridors completed by 2027. Instructed officials to accelerate work to expand the 36-km Metro corridor completion planned by December 2026 to 50 km. Directed that infrastructure projects achieve at least 50% mechanisation to address labour shortages and ensure timely completion,’ Chief Minister Devendra Fadanvis said.
Alongside the Government of Maharashtra, MMRDA and L&T, we are bringing advanced metro technology to Mumbai and Thane,” Alstom India said in a statement. Alstom says it is supporting the government’s modernisation initiatives by being at the forefront of introducing several breakthrough technologies in India with world class rolling stock, rail equipment and infrastructure, signalling and services. Olivier Loison Managing Director of Alstom India said.
