Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has decided not to extend the Metro Rail construction from Siruseri to Kilambakkam bus terminus via Kelambakkam.
The decision comes after concerns about the project’s feasibility. The Detailed Feasibility Report (DFR), submitted to the government in September 2023, indicated that the area does not meet the necessary criteria for Metro Rail development.
According to Times Now News, following a review of the report, the government has chosen to halt further progress on the proposal, including the preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the specified stretch.
As per a spokesperson from CMRL, an initial study revealed that the Peak Hour Peak Direction (PHPD) traffic in the area falls significantly below the required threshold. While the standard PHPD level for feasibility is set at 12,000 passengers per hour, the study found only 5,000 PHPD in the area.
“The inadequate PHPD is attributed to the presence of forested areas and industrial zones, rendering the stretch economically unviable,” stated the official.
Despite initial assessments and a Detailed Feasibility Report (DFR) conducted along the 23.5 km route with approximately 12 elevated stations, estimated to cost around Rs 5458.06 crore according to a CMRL press release, the project will not be taken up.
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