The Chennai Metro Phase 2 project is moving ahead swiftly, with significant progress on the 47-kilometer Madhavaram to Sholinganallur corridor, which will feature 46 stations. Most of this stretch is elevated, allowing construction activities to progress without major delays.Currently, elevated viaduct and track-laying works are actively underway in key locations such as Madhavaram, Retteri, Kolathur, and Anna Nagar.Additionally, flyover linking works between Koyambedu Market and Virugambakkam are in full swing, with over 100 pillars already completed, marking impressive infrastructural growth.
While the initial phase of construction faced slowing due to land acquisition challenges, notably in the Koyambedu to Alwarthirunagar segment, work has accelerated considerably over the last year. Officials from Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) have assured that these hurdles are largely overcome, with pace picking up to meet project timelines.
Phase 2 of the Chennai Metro aims to enhance urban connectivity by linking northern and southern corridors of the city, easing long commute times, and supporting the growing transport demands of Chennai’s expanding population.
The project includes a combination of elevated, underground, and at-grade stations, equipped with modern facilities for passenger convenience.With this rapid progress, the Madhavaram–Sholinganallur corridor is slated for completion ahead of schedule, promising to boost public transit efficiency and foster balanced urban development in Chennai.